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With comprehensive descriptions of the most common feline health problems, this guide offers practical tips on cat first aid, basic treatment, and natural remedies. Each malady is described in simple language and crosslisted with common related conditions, background information on causes, and the urgency of the condition. Conventional treatment of various problems are described so that the owner knows what to expect if the condition necessitates a visit to the vet.
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Previously Announced. Recycle. Restore. Repurpose.
This unique book inspires art, creation, and environmentalism with 50 projects that transform yesterday's trash into today's stylish and useful objects. Using found, discarded, and cast-off items as a foundation-from old computer cases, soda cans, and record album covers to foam packing-readers can fashion stylish clocks, end tables, frames, and much more.
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Wood speaks to Dick Sing. With his skill as a woodturner, and his keen understanding of both the lathe and the wood, Dick has created a number of projects which offer something a little different. In this new book, he leads the turner through four projects which are easy enough for the beginner and fun enough for someone with experience. They also are very successful at craft shows. With step-by-step instructions illustrated with clear full-color photographs, he helps the turner discover the shape of a delightful little clock holder in a piece of wood and turn out a finished piece which would add character to any desk or table. He also provides instructions for a candle dish, a desk set with a base, a pen, and a letter opener, and a bookmark. Each project is covered completely, including numerous tips on style and finishing techniques, and a knowledge of wood, including some exotic woods which make striking finished projects. , 250 color photos, 8 1/2" x 11"
Customer Reviews:
Dick Sing knows his stuff.......2007-05-20
Just down the the earth and honest instruction with pictures etc. He does a good job with his books. I'm not a lathe type person but I like to mess around with it. Dick Sing makes a good effort to teach even dummies like me. I buy a lot of his books. It's straight forward stuff and easy to follow. Now if I could just get my technique to follow!!
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Learn various methods of sharpening; preparing wood; roughing, spindle, and bowl gouges; planing and V-cutting; using hollowing tools; decorating and texturing; sanding and polishing. “The upper half contains the various projects, and the lower half the skills required to complete them....the photos are most important. I...recommend the book for beginners and as a refresher course.”—Fine Woodworking.
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2 Books in One Woodturning.......2000-03-30
If you or someone you know is interested in the different aspects of wood turning this is the book for you.The photos are excellant,very helpful with lots of useful information and techniques included with in it's pages.The novel functional design,construction and presentation of this book is very clever,useful and handy for the new 'want-a-be' or the already started woodturner. I would definately recommend you adding this book to your wood working library.You will be opening it's pages frequently.
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Twenty-four Woodturning Projects
Percy W. Blandford
Manufacturer: TAB Books Inc
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ASIN: 0830683348 |
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Woodworkers can put to the test the knowledge and skills they gain from Woodturner's Bible with this collection of challenging projects for the home lathe. Percy Blandford demonstrates how readers can easily turn scrap wood into such useful items as furniture, kitchenware, toys, decorations, and tools. All projects include step-by-step instructions, detailed drawings, a picture of the finished piece, and descriptions of any special techniques the project requires.
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Intermediate Woodturning Projects: The Best from Woodturning Magazine (Master Craftsmen)
Woodturning
Manufacturer: Sterling Pub Co Inc
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 1861080646 |
Book Description
Today’s woodworkers seek to develop new forms that capture their own individual vision. Using 22 of their finest projects, four masters of the lathe reveal the creative possibilities offered by turned woodwork, and provide innovative techniques and graceful designs to follow. Find out how these experts envision the form a piece of wood should take just by looking at its grain and color. Discover the secret techniques and tools they use to create special effects. The projects range from relatively easy to more complex, but detailed text and color photographs make every step manageable.
Customer Reviews:
Great idea book.......2005-11-11
This book was a purchase I dont regret, but it could be better. While it has wonderful ideas and great pictures, the project instructions it gives could be more detailed with pictures that illustrate every step. There are a few projects in there, that are mostly detailed with text, and if you cant picture what they are saying, then the project becomes very difficult to accomplish. Like I said, I dont regret my purchase of this book, but it could have been done better.
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Wood Turning for the Garden: Projects for the Outdoors
Mike Cripps , and
Jeffrey B. Snyder
Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0764300326 |
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Using over 230 color photographs, an introductory text about basic wood turning techniques, and step-by-step instructions, Mike Cripps guides his reader through the turning of bird houses, planters, and bulb planters known in England as "garden dibbers." The bird house and planter projects are turned from unseasoned lumber. New hobbyists and seasoned professional wood turners alike will enjoy this book and the freedom they will derive from turning unseasoned timber, which is free from dust and needs virtually no sanding or difficult-to-apply glossy finish. A color photo gallery will fire the wood turner's imagination. Patterns are provided for each project., 234 color photos, 8 1/2" x 11"
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Renowned woodturner, Richard Raffan, presents 23 intriguing woodturning projects - rolling pins and mallets, hollow vessels, scoops and ladles, even a turned hedgehog. The projects range from simple to complex, and are accompanied by step-by-step photos and drawings. The photo gallery of ideas at the end of each chapter is sure to inspire you to turn some truly unique pieces.
Customer Reviews:
Unable to provide me with the item........2006-02-23
I ordered this item and it stated that they were in stock. Three weeks later I received a note from Amazon stating they could not locate one to ship to me and that my order had been canceled. I was forced to go to an actual book store and buy it. They were able to locate it for me.
The most turning projects in one place ever!.......1998-12-30
170 pages. Short chapters on many turning ideas with varations. Black and white photos of objects and how-to, and example objects. Many nuggets of information that you can really use. Very short introduction, no general information, really a "project" book. I wish I had found this book sooner, good beginner projects as well as some I won't try for some time yet. Projects: Spurtles (Scottish stirrer), Spatulas, Rollers, Mallets, Outdoor solid decorations (including a mouse), Long & Thin Spindles, Baby rattle, Beads (including puppet), Spheres, Spinning tops (my favorite), Little end-grain bowls, Scoops, Plant Forms, Tall vases, Pepper mills, Cutting boards, Trivets, Bottle Coasters, Trays, Hand mirrors (2 piece, I still like Dick Sing's better), Hollow vessels, Ladles.
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- THE ART OF BONSAI DESIGN
- The Art of Bonsai Design
- One of the best books
- The Art of Bonsai Design by Colin Lewis
- The Art of Bonsai Design
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The Art of Bonsai Design
Colin Lewis
Manufacturer: Sterling
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 1402700709 |
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The result of years of dedication to the craft of bonsai design, this fascinating volume profiles 15 of the author’s own plants, accompanied by full-color photo-graphs taken over time. Along with enjoyable stories of how each elm, juniper, pine, and larch was shaped, there’s valuable advice on styling, pruning, care, and common mistakes. Beginners will be delighted to see how first attempts can eventually become exquisite bonsai.
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THE ART OF BONSAI DESIGN.......2007-10-10
THIS BOOK IS SO GOOD AND TELL A DIFFERENT STORY FORM ALL THE BONSAI BOOKS
The Art of Bonsai Design.......2006-01-30
Beginning with Peter Adams, the United Kingdom has since the early 1960s produced a steady stream of notable bonsai artists and authors. To this collection of talent one must surely include Colin Lewis, author of nine books on the subject of bonsai, The Art of Bonsai Design being his most recent and most enjoyable effort.
Of the books in English that purport to be comprehensive tomes on the subject of bonsai, scant few are actually worthy of that label. Realistically, no single book could ever cover every aspect of such a complex art. Rather than fall short of that impossible task, the author instead addresses four of the most popular temperate climate species used in bonsai--elm, juniper, pine, and larch. Each of these species is discussed from the general to the specific, always using the author's trees as visual case histories showing the entire refinement process. Included are numerous sidebars discussing peripheral topics related to the species at hand. Framing these chapters are essays on bonsai as an art form in the West and other tangential subjects; information Mr. Lewis has gleaned during his decades of experience. For our benefit and without guile, Mr. Lewis has written a highly informative, entertaining and valuable book.
What makes this book unique is the author's unflinching-some might say even cheerful-examination of his mistakes and misfortunes as he describes the theory and practice of bonsai refinement, using his own trees as visual examples. It is really quite heartening to see how time, careful attention, and of course the artist's eye can raise the level of quality in the trees pictured from their humble beginnings as mere average quality cuttings and collected stock to such high levels of refinement and understated beauty. Herein lies the charm of Mr. Lewis' book: Almost without exception the trees are his from inception to present. Of course, when the author gets his hands on more highly refined trees and stock, the results are equally pleasing.
Throughout the book Mr. Lewis drops amusing anecdotes, hints and insights, and perceptive observations about his travails as a bonsai beginner, his techniques to speed the refinement process, and bonsai's unique position straddling horticulture and art. His grasp of bonsai as expressed through the vernacular of Western art makes for clear, easy to understand instructions and advice. Mr. Lewis has what this reviewer would label an `international' design style that transcends the classical Japanese mode in favor of respecting a bonsai's origin and potential for refinement. Overall, this reviewer found him to be self-effacing yet eminently qualified to share his wealth of information on the subject of bonsai.
The Art of Bonsai Design is probably not the best book for a rank beginner, as the most basic information is absent in favor of more advanced styling ideas, projects, and techniques. For those bonsai enthusiasts with a good working knowledge of the fundamentals of bonsai, The Art of Bonsai Design will prove to be a valuable and oft-referenced addition to their libraries.
One of the best books.......2002-12-18
great case study with a lot of suggestions and helping tips.
The Art of Bonsai Design by Colin Lewis.......2002-12-10
Excellent Book for the more advanced Bonsai enthusiast.
As opposed to many entry-level books describing Bonsai species and their care, this book is organized around case studies.
The author expects the reader to know the basics of Bonsai and takes you from there...
I particularly liked the case study based on an Elm stump collected in the wild.
Highly recommended.
The Art of Bonsai Design.......2001-10-31
Colin Lewis' book is full of clearly written information on "how to do it" or "how not to do it". I have found all kinds of tidbits of info that will greatly enhance my own activities with bonsai. His material on mychorrizae is excellent.
In all, I guess I have found his writing style and his knowledge base combine to provide a book that I will return to often to direct my care and design of my trees. I find this book a real must for anyone beyond the beginners stage.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent but wrongly credited.......1999-08-19
I am very disappointed and angry that a book published in 1984 by Vincent T. Covello and Yuji Yoshimura as co authors should now, since Mr Yoshimura has died and cannot comment, is describing Mr Yoshimura as a mere contributor. We all know that the Yoshimura name sold the book!
This is the "bible" for this interesting Japanese art form........1998-06-26
You will never look at rocks the same after reading this book.
Mr. Yoshimura and Dr. Covello provide all the basics of viewing stone development, preparation and appreciation. All material is well-written and presented in an easy-to-understand method that makes one want to begin this art immediately.
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- The Natural Beauty Book All Women ought to Keep
- Wonderful book for the herb lover, and the body lover
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Jeanne Rose: Herbal Body Book: The Herbal Way to Natural Beauty & Health for Men & Women
Jeanne Rose
Manufacturer: Frog, Ltd.
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Jeanne Rose's Kitchen Cosmetics: Using Herbs, Fruit and Flowers for Natural Bodycare (Rose, Jeanne)
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Earthly Bodies & Heavenly Hair: Natural and Healthy Personal Care for Every Body
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Aromatherapy Book: Inhalations and Applications (Jeanne Rose Herbal Library) (Jeanne Rose Herbal Library)
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375 Essential Oils (Rose, Jeanne)
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Creating an Herbal Bodycare Business (Making a Living Naturally Series)
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Airborne Effervescent Health Formula, Original Orange, 10 Tablets (Pack of 3)
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RESPeRATE Blood Pressure Lowering Device
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Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator (AED)
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Braun IRT 4020 ThermoScan Ear Thermometer
ASIN: 1583940049
Release Date: 2000-03-01 |
Book Description
Jeanne Rose's Herbal Body Book pairs a wide variety of ailments with possible plant cures. Each plant recommended is described in anecdotal detail. This book includes recipes for the newcomer and expert. It also includes a glossary of specialized terms, herbs, and recipes. Everything you need from hair products to belly salve for a pregnant woman is inside this most useful companion. Jeanne Rose encourages the reader to make your own blend of herbs to target specific conditions and not only follow a limited number of recipes.
Customer Reviews:
The Natural Beauty Book All Women ought to Keep.......2005-09-26
Indeed Jeanne Rose knows her herbal stuff from experience, gathered over more than thirty years as a professional herbalist. The 2000 edition that I got (the one described on this page) is awesome: there's a glossary of herbs, of pharmacology terms, of health conditions that can be helped with herbs. The author provides recipes for making different ointments and mixtures for beauty and health conditions but she also gives in her book enough information for the reader to actually mix up her own ingredients and create an original perfume, or mask or lotion. She knows how to impart her knowledge with generosity. It's a reference book and fun to read as well.
Wonderful book for the herb lover, and the body lover.......2000-04-07
I'm 14 years old, and am just discovering the world of herbs, and ofcosmetics. I found this book very useful in both areas, because of thewonderful descripitons, and the useful, simple recipies. Oh, also, the version I read was the 1976 version (from the library of course) so I imagine that this newly updated copy is even better!
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