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Botanica is the universal standard work for garden enthusiasts and botanists alike. The collaboration of a team of international experts has resulted in a reference work that illustrates the rich diversity of our flora with a myriad of indigenous and exotic plants. More than 10,000 genera and species - from Abelia to Zygopetalum - are clearly presented in a well organized manner.

Helena Day Breese

"Guys and Garages" peers into one of the last strongholds of American maleness… the garage. Meet fifty guys who love every minute of being in their special "man space," where they can hole up, collect, invent, tinker, create, play games, watch TV, smoke, swap tall tales, get dirty, make a mess-and still fix a car. This collection is a tribute to men and their manly habitats, including "bug man" Bill W., who restores old Volkswagen Beetles; Moe, who constructs modern medieval armor; and Barry, who assembles fossil skeletons. Boat builders, stone sculptors, music makers - they're all here.

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Celine Marchand

Stunning, unique designs including beading and tassels highlight this guide to creating crystal beaded jewelry. Thirty projects featuring both traditional and ethnic designs for rings, chokers, bracelets, and more are featured—all of which are made from widely available materials, and woven using simple techniques. Additional details are provided for crafting beautiful cylindrical and round beaded beads, beaded discs, and small and large tassels that allow crafters to add a personal touch and rekindle the creative spirit.

Peter Fudge

For anyone wanting to improve their outdoor space, whether professional landscaper or new homeowner, this guide will provide inspiration and advice on a variety of modern garden design techniques. From tiny urban courtyards to sprawling country properties, award-winning designer Peter Fudge shares his cutting-edge approach, and demonstrates how it can be applied in all garden settings - no matter what the style, size, or shape. Using classic methods in addition to fresh innovations, the garden case studies included are all accomplished with different techniques that suit the architecture of the home and lifestyle of the client. From simple everyday plants to exotic Australian flowers, and from grand alleys to serene courtyards, there are countless ideas and tips for those hoping to transform their garden into something special.

C. J. Petersen

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Joseph Sabin, William Menzies

This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Donna Smallin

Clean smarter, not harder! That's Donna Smallin's cleaning motto, and now she shows readers how to do it in just minutes a day. The One-Minute Cleaner Plain & Simple is the perfect handbook for busy people who might never find the time for a top-to-bottom household scrub, but do want to keep their living areas clean, sanitary, and clutter-free. Two broad sections, Ready, Set, Clean! and Challenges Inside and Out, cover every cleaning situation the reader is likely.

Roger Caras

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Alexandra P. Austin

Take a fresh look at the ancient craft of silversmithing with 18 projects that teach a solid body of skills. This full-color, comprehensive manual provides artisans with a thorough understanding of silver’s properties: what it is and how it behaves. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced techniques are explained and then applied to craft amazingly beautiful items, from accessories to wearables and extraordinary gifts. Use brushing, sawing, piercing, and polishing procedures to fashion a simple bud vase. Progress to a baby rattle or candleholder created with soldering, sinking, dapping, and forging techniques. Ultimately you’ll have the expertise to complete a martini set, lidded container, or teapot. The art of silversmithing has never been easier or more enjoyable.