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Richard Guy Wilson

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Wendy A. Jordan

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Gary Lyons

This year the Huntington celebrates the centennial of its spectacular desert garden, one of the largest such collections of cacti and other succulents in the world. Visitors to the twelve-acre garden marvel at its more than 3,000 species, including the vivid blue and green Puya, a rare type of bromeliad; the Lithops, or "living stone," whose camouflaged leaves mimic the shape and color of rocks; and the dazzling red, orange, and yellow torch-like blooms of the winter-flowering aloe. In this beautifully illustrated volume, Lyons draws on decades of experience with these unusual specimens to explore the Huntington's desert garden. He tells of its early development, describes its principal collections, and gives instructions on the care and landscaping of desert gardens.

American Contractors Exam

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Alejandro G. Alonso, Pedro Contreras, Martino Fagiuoli

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Dorinda Beaumont

Design Ideas for Windows offers hundreds of ways for dressing a window with hard (blinds and shutters) and soft (curtains, draperies, valances, and fabric shades) treatments. All types of windows are featured in the book, including standard shapes and sizes, as well as special "architectural" windows and odd shapes. Fabric types and recommendations, as well as trimmings, are thoroughly addressed. In addition, the book provides important information regarding hardware (including many examples of the latest decorative rods, finials, sconces, and hold backs) and installation. More topics include: measuring, maintenance and care, and solutions for problem windows. One of the easiest ways to change the look of a room is with new window treatments. And one of the best ways to find the perfect style is by seeing the latest window looks from top designers, as featured in Design Ideas for Windows. The latest title in the popular "Design Ideas" series, the book features hundreds of...

Carole Hamilton

This book is for every beautiful bride who wants to plan a memorably beautiful wedding, a big day brimming with delights that will amaze the wedding guests from the moment they arrive. For the best inspiration, author Carole Hamilton has turned to those people who have the most experience of creating truly beautiful weddings--the brides themselves. Marvel at a collection of 20 spectacular weddings, every one specially chosen for its unique touches and attention to detail. Each wedding featured in this book is delightfully distinctive, showing how the couples involved created unforgettable days full of surprises, drawing on a host of themes, styles, and colours at a wide variety of locations. The English country garden wedding; the California vineyard wedding; the tropical Bahamas wedding; the South African beach wedding--all completely different in style, but all highly original and brillantly inspirational. *Illustrated by top wedding photographers from around the world. *A visual...

Carol Alexander

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Jeannie-Mae Bennett

Most of us have at least some clutter in our life. That is normal. But clutter is a problem that can make our lives messy and less comfortable. In essence, clutter can make us feel stress and frustration. And just in case you are wondering - clutter comes in all forms, including people and thoughts. The reality is that by minimizing and organizing your clutter you will be released from its confining restraints. This little book is short and to the point. There is no fluff - the end result will be your E.S.C.A.P.E. from clutter. You will learn quick and easy methods to clean and organize your environment and you will learn a simple way to decide what clutter is and what isn't. Additionally, you'll find a new use for photos - one that will help you cut the clutter in your life! The reality is that I cannot tell you what is important in your life and therefore, I cannot say what constitutes clutter for you. Your task is to learn that the things in your life can either serve a true...

Roger B. Ulrich

This book presents an authoritative and detailed survey of the art of woodworking in the ancient Roman world. Illustrated with over 200 line drawings and photographs, "Roman Woodworking" covers topics such as the training and guild memberships of Roman carpenters, woodworking tools and techniques, the role of timber in construction and the availability of trees, and interior woodwork and furniture making. It also includes an extensive glossary of fully defined terms. This comprehensive book displays the accomplishment of the Roman woodworkers and their high skill and knowledge of materials and tools. Ulrich helps bring to light the importance of wooden projects and structures in Roman daily life and provides a wealth of information not only for classicists but also for those interested in the history of technology and the history of woodworking.