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Table of Contents Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Home Repair & Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Carving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Pyrography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Woodworking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Art & Craft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Coloring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Quilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Needlework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Sports & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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G AR DE N I N G

You Bet Your Garden Guide to Growing Great Tomatoes, Second Edition

How to Grow Great-Tasting Tomatoes in Any Backyard, Garden, or Container By Mike McGrath •

A complete guide to growing heirloom tomatoes, whether you have a backyard or a small garden set up

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Learn about tomato varieties, germination, planting, staking and caging, food, water, maintenance, pest control and diseases, and harvesting

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Understand the benefits of growing your own tomatoes that go beyond the obvious fact that they taste better

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Also included are fascinating tomato lore and expert tips and techniques

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Written in the witty, funny, and conversational tone Mike McGrath is known for in his popular PBS radio show, You Bet Your Garden

Whether you have a backyard or only a terrace, you bet you can grow beautiful heirloom tomatoes! From the host of PBS’s You Bet Your Garden, Mike McGrath will teach you everything you need to know about choosing tomato varieties, germination, planting, maintenance, pest control, and so much more. Understand the benefits of growing your own tomatoes and learn expert tips and techniques to doing so! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 120 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4971-0075-6 • #00756 $14.99 US / $18.99 CAD Available December 2019

Contents Introduction: Why Am I Doing This instead of Enjoying My Summer? . . . . 10 Chapter 1: ‘Picking’ Your Tomatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 (Do all of these things have funny, rude, or mysterious names?)

Chapter 2: The Joy of Germination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 (Or, Killing Your Own Tomatoes from Seed)

Top Top Tomatoes Tomatoes

Chapter 3: The Art of Tomato Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Big Rainbow

(You want me to bury them?)

Indeterminate

BEEFSTEAKS AND SLICERS

Arkansas Traveler

Open-pollinated

100 days to maturity

Comments Huge, beautiful, tasty heirloom; red streaks through gold fruit; takes heat well. Proven to be resistant to specific diseases and/or pests.

Open-pollinated

Chapter 6: Pest Control and…

89 days to maturity

Comments Legendary pink heirloom; can handle hot and dry climates; good in South. Proven to be resistant to specific diseases and/or pests.

Open-pollinated

Indeterminate

85 days to maturity

Comments Delicious, productive, dependable, cold-tolerant, dark purple, Russian heirloom.

Brandywine

Chapter 8: The Harvest and Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

73 days to maturity

Big Boy

Indeterminate © tomatofest.com

Hybrid

Comments One of the best producers of really huge tomatoes; old-time tomato flavor. Observed to be resistant to specific diseases and/or pests.

Open-pollinated

80 days to maturity

Comments Huge heirloom; quite possibly the best-tasting tomato. The original Brandywine is pink; there are also red and yellow types. Brandy Boy is a hybrid that produces larger numbers of similar fruit.

78 days to maturity Photo by David Cavagnaro.

Photo by David Cavagnaro.

Open-pollinated

Comments Thick-walled, meaty one-pounders (450g).

(Aren’t they supposed to stop being green at some point?) (So this one here cost me about forty bucks, right?) (Can the kids use the green ones to play Mr. Tomato Head?)

Cool-Stuff Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Celebrity Indeterminate

(Am I the only creature around here not eating my tomatoes?)

Chapter 7: Dealing with Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 (Can’t we just take them to the hospital?)

Big Beef

Indeterminate

(And no, that’s not staking or caging. It’s staking and caging!)

Chapter 5: Food, Water, and Basic Keeping-Alive Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 (Oops—you mean I shouldn’t have watered them each and every day?)

Black Krim Indeterminate

Chapter 4: Staking and Caging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Determinate

Hybrid

70 days to maturity

Comments Medium-large fruit; often flawless appearance; very disease resistant; dependable and tasty. Observed to be resistant to specific diseases and/or pests.

GROWING GREAT TOMATOES GROWING GREAT TOMATOES

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 3 GROWING GREAT TOMATOES Mike McGrath is editor-at-large for Organic Gardening and is the former editor-in-chief. He writes a monthly column, Mike McGrath’s Tall Tales, and answers questions on the magazine’s website. McGrath’s You Bet Your Garden airs weekly on National Public Radio. He has made frequent guest appearances on NBC’s Weekend Today and NPR’s All Things Considered.

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Garden Mosaics

19 Beautiful Projects to Make for Your Garden By Emma Biggs, Tessa Hunkin •

An exciting beginner-friendly craft book featuring 19 mosaic projects for the garden

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Understand the materials, tools, and techniques necessary to get started

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Create stunning works of mosaic art using ceramic, vitreous glass, marble, mirrors, or granite tiles

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Projects range from simple to elaborate and more challenging, including plant pots, garden ornaments, a bird bath, wall plaques and panels, stepping stones, tables, and more

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Step-by-step instructions, photography, and project templates provided

Create a colorful garden with tiles galore! With 19 stunning mosaic garden projects that range from simple to elaborate, create one-ofa-kind pots, garden ornaments, wall panels, and more! Each design contains step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography, as well as pattern templates.

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Flying Jay Wall Plaque This design is inspired directly by nature and the increasingly common sight in urban towns and gardens of an unexpected flash of colour as a jay swoops along from tree to tree. The process of transforming a real object or creature into a successful mosaic can be approached in two distinct ways. There is the highly realistic approach, championed by the Vatican schools in Rome, who have, since the time of Raphael, used mosaic with enormous skill to emulate the effects achieved in painting. This technique uses very careful shading and foreshortening effects to create the illusion of a three dimensional object on what is really a flat surface. This approach is often tempting when trying to capture the appearance of a real creature and when using photographs or natural history illustrations as reference materials. However, the particular characteristics of mosaic make these illusions difficult to achieve, unless working with very small pieces, and then the amount of labour involved can raise the question of why not do a painting or take a photograph instead. The other approach is to stylise the natural forms, capturing their spirit but not their exact detail. In this project, the feathers of the jay have been simplified to create a regular pattern formed from the repeating shapes and colours of the mosaic pieces. The scale of this pattern is much larger than the pattern of the real jay’s feathers, but the aim is to communicate the beauty of the pattern-making and the sense of underlying order. The background is a simple motif of twigs and catkins that breaks up the pale blue of the sky. This area is treated with great simplicity, in a single colour and with regular shaped pieces, so as not to conflict with the complexity of the bird which is the focus of the piece.

CONTENTS Introduction ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6 Materials ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 8 Tools ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––13 Techniques –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––17 PROJECTS ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 26 House Number –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 28 Table Top –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 32 Simple Flower Pot –––––––––––––––––––––––––– 38 Terrazzo Table –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 42 Bird Bath –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 48 Circle Panel ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 54 Smalti Marble Wall Strip ––––––––––––––––––– 58 Night and Day Roundel –––––––––––––––––––– 64 Cast Slab –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 70

Flying Jay Wall Plaque ––––––––––––––––––––– 76 Seat ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 80 Runner Bean –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 84 Wall Panel ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 90 Two Beasts Under A Tree –––––––––––––––––– 94 China Plant Pot –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 100 Sphere–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 104 Cast Fossil Paver –––––––––––––––––––––––––– 108 Blue Cat ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 112 Slate Paver –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––118

Templates –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 122 Index –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 128

Tools and Materials • Brown paper • Charcoal • Washable PVA glue • Small paintbrush • Unglazed ceramic tiles • Vitreous glass tiles • Tile nippers • Double-wheel tile cutters • Ceramic floor tile • Grey grout • Grey cement-based adhesive • Notched trowel • Tiler’s sponge • Mixing trowel • Rubber gloves

ABOUT THE AUTHORS Emma Biggs is a professional mosaic artist. She set up the influential company Mosaic Workshop in 1987, which went on the be the UK’s most thriving mosaic studio. She has been working solo since 2006. Emma’s work is most closely associated with an interest in color and pattern. She began as a fabricator and mosaic maker for architectural contexts, but her personal work has increasingly focused on material culture and the social history of making. Tessa Hunkin trained and worked as an architect until 1989 when she joined Emma Biggs at the Mosaic Workshop. Mosaic offered a way of developing a lifelong interest in color and decoration while still working in an architectural context. The Workshop undertook a wide range of commissions for public and private clients, including Terence Conran, Baby Spice, the Sutlan of Oman, and the Aston Villa football club.

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Draw the design in reverse on a piece of brown paper cut to the size of the floor tile. You can trace the design from an enlarged copy of the template on page 124 or copy it freehand with charcoal or pencil. Remember that in the indirect method the image you draw will be the reverse of the finished mosaic. Also bear in mind as you draw the size of the mosaic tiles so that where possible the different elements of the pattern can be cut easily from halves and quarters. At this stage you should also select your colours. The bird and twigs are made from unglazed ceramics, while the sky is made from vitreous glass. Small pieces of vitreous glass are also used for the blue in the feathers and around the eye.

The body of the bird and some of the wings are made of long, narrow strips of unglazed ceramic. These are most easily cut with double-wheel tile cutters. Further shaping and the nibbling required to make the curved ends of the feathers is best done with tile nippers.

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Start with the head of the bird. When making a creature of any kind it is always a good idea to start with the head as this will give it character and life from the start. Apply a small amount of washable PVA (diluted 50:50 with water) to the brown paper with a small paintbrush.

When the tiles are fixed to the paper and the glue is dry, fix the mosaic to the ceramic floor tile. First, mix the grout with water into a thick paste and spread it across the back of the mosaic, using your hands protected in rubber gloves, working the grout into the joints between the tiles. Sponge the back of the tiles clean with a damp tiler’s sponge. Always use a clean face of the sponge for every wipe so as not to spread the grout back on to the tiles. Set the mosaic to one side.

The twigs are also made with narrow strips cut with the double-wheel tile cutters. The strips are more effective if they taper slightly as this creates a line of uneven thickness that suggests the organic growth of the twig. The lines of laying for the sky follow the lines of the twigs, reinforcing the dynamic angled flight of the bird. It is made up of slightly skew-cut halves, which makes it possible to follow the slight wobbles of the twigs.

Mix the cement-based adhesive to a thick paste and spread onto the ceramic tile with a notched trowel to achieve a regular thin bed of adhesive across the surface. This can be tricky as the adhesive does not want to stick to the smooth surface of the tile. If the mosaic is not too large it is possible to place the substrate on top of the mosaic. First slip a small board under the mosaic, then carefully turn the tile over and place on top of the pre-grouted mosaic. Hold the board and tile tightly together and turn them over so that the tile is now lying on the work surface and the paper facing upwards.

You can now damp the paper and press the mosaic down onto the tile. A mixing trowel is used here as a tool with which to apply the necessary firm and even pressure. Keep wetting the back of the paper with a damp (but not wet) sponge until the water has penetrated and the paper turns a darker colour. While waiting for the water to sink in and the glue to dissolve, run some adhesive around the vulnerable edge of the mosaic to strengthen it.

Lift an edge of the paper and pull it back, parallel to the surface of the mosaic so as not to pull the tiles upwards and out of contact with the adhesive. When the paper has been removed, gently sponge the face of the tiles clean while the grout is still wet and the excess can be lifted easily. Re-align or recut any pieces now, if necessary. When the adhesive is dry cover the area with a thick paste of grout, and work it in with your fingers protected with rubber gloves and then sponge clean with a damp tiler’s sponge as before. Flying Jay Wall Plaque 9

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Organic Book of Compost, 2nd Revised Edition Easy and Natural Techniques to Feed Your Garden By Pauline Pears •

A detailed guide to learn the sustainable, low-cost way to produce rich, fertile soil in your backyard

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Includes everything you need to know about composting and what it is, how to make it, how to store it, and how to use it

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Perfect for both small-space gardeners in the city or large scale gardeners in rural areas

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Discover how to recycle your household waste in an environmentally efficient manner to grow beautiful fruits, vegetables, and flowers

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Contains insightful information on community composting, worm composting, various techniques, answers to frequently asked questions, and more

Whether you have experience with compost or want to learn more, this book provides everything you need to know! From understanding what compost is and how to make it to using and storing it, this detailed guide explains this sustainable, low-cost way to produce rich soil in your backyard. IMM Lifestyle Books Paperback • 192 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-5048-0123-2 • #01232 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available December 2019

Contents Introduction 6 Garden Organic 10

Composting then and now 14 Why compost? 22 Getting started 30 Making compost 38 What can I compost? 60 A home for your compost 78

DIY Sectional Compost Bin The following instructions describe how to make a moveable, wooden compost box consisting of identical interlocking sections that are stacked one on top of the other. As you fill the bin, sections can be added to the box; as the contents decay the volume will decrease, so the top sections of the box can be taken off and used to build up a new container. Make a few extra sections and you will have a very flexible composting system. Keep the rain out with a wooden lid or polythene sheet.

Size These instructions will make a compost box 75 x 75 x 75 cm. The dimensions can be adjusted to suit the materials available, making it ideal for using reclaimed timber such as floorboards or pallets. The example given uses boards that are 7.5 cm wide but they can be any width you like, as long as all the boards in one section are the same width. Adjust the length of the corner blocks to suit (approximately 2 cm shorter than the width of the board).

Materials and tools To make one section of the box you will need the following: • two 75 cm wooden boards, 7.5 cm wide, minimum 1.5 cm thick • two 72 cm wooden boards, 7.5 cm wide, minimum 1.5 cm thick • four 5 cm x 5 cm wooden corner blocks, 5.5 cm long • twenty 3.6 cm screws, size number 8 • screwdriver, drill, and saw Total materials for 10 sections: 30 metres of 7.5 cm x 1.5 cm timber; 2.2 metres of 5 x 5 cm timber; 220 screws.

Worm composting 92

Cut two boards, each 75 cm long and two boards, each 72 cm long. Cut four lengths of 5.5 cm from the 5 cm x 5 cm timber to make the corner blocks.

Other composting techniques 112 How to use your compost 138 The creatures in your compost heap 156

Take one of the two shorter boards and place it in position on two of the corner blocks. The ends of the board should be flush with the blocks; the blocks should be offset so that they project 2 cm beyond the edge of the board, as shown in the diagram above.

Composting in the community 168

Frequently asked questions 176

Hold the board in position on the blocks. Drill three holes, 3 cm deep at one end of the board, through the board and into the block below. Fasten with three screws.

Resources 186 Index 188 Acknowledgements 192

Repeat steps 4 and 5 at the other end of the board.

Now repeat steps 4–6 with the second shorter (72 cm) board. For the next stage you may need someone to hold the pieces while you fix them together.

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Stand the two shorter boards (with blocks attached) on their ends, approximately 75 cm apart, with the protruding ends of the blocks away from you. Place a 75 cm board on top of these vertical boards to form the third side of the section. Ensure that the ends of the longer board are flush with the outer edges of the vertical boards.

Drill and screw each end of the 75 cm board, as in step 5. Use two screws only this time.

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Why compost? 9

Pauline Pears is head of knowledge transfer at Garden Organic Ryton, part of Garden Organic, which is Europe’s largest organic membership organization. She and her team answer many thousands of gardening queries a year. She has written six books on organic gardening and is heavily involved with community composting, giving help and advice to members of the public.

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Propagation Techniques for Flowers, Vegetables, and Trees

Growing Plants from Seeds, Cuttings, Grafts, Division, and Bulbs By Julie Hollobone •

A complete guide for both beginners and experts to different horticultural principles involved in propagating plants

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Understand how to germinate rare varieties, preserve existing specimens, and reduce material costs

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Contains detailed instructions on how to grow plants from seeds and cuttings, types of layering, grafting, budding, and much more

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Includes an at-a-glance plant directory, as well as troubleshooting tips

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Helpful charts, photography, illustrations, diagrams, and descriptions throughout

Understand all the different ways to expand your gardens and propagate your plants the right way! From division and layering to grafting, budding, bulbs, and more, learn how to grow plants both from cuttings and seeds. Also included are tips for troubleshooting, an at-a-glance plant directory, helpful charts, diagrams, and more.

P R O PAG AT I O N T E C H N I Q U E S

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P R O PAG AT I O N T E C H N I Q U E S

Grasses

Divide the plant

Large divisions can be replanted into the border. Dig over

Of the ornamental grass-like plants used in the garden,

saw the rootball into pieces using an old bread knife.

the soil and incorporate some well-rotted manure before

some are true grasses while others are simply perennials

The divisions can be cut to produce small plants down

replanting. The hole should be large enough and deep

with narrow strap-shaped leaves. Many of these plants can

to 2.5 cm (1 in) in diameter if required, although at

enough to accommodate roots that may appear slightly

be divided by cutting or teasing apart, but others produce

this size plants should be potted up and grown on to

cumbersome. Gently firm the soil around the roots and

a solid tangle of fine white fibrous roots that pose more of

ensure success.

water well for several weeks if the weather is dry.

a problem.

Division

Aftercare

For small plants or where the roots are fine and fibrous,

Larger grasses can be cut with a sharp-bladed spade or knife to produce sections no smaller than 5 cm (2 in) in

What Can Go Wrong

Prepare the plant

Division fails to grow

container in the same way as for hardy perennials with

Problem: the root system struggles to survive

fibrous roots (see page 77). The time of year can be very important to the survival of divisions from grasses. Cool

adverse conditions

Action: avoid dividing in autumn if the soil becomes cold and wet soon after planting. Remember to water divisions made in spring during dry periods

Problem: the root system is too small for the division to be replanted in open ground

Action: pot up divisions and grow on for a season until the roots have become better established

season grasses start into growth in early spring, and are past their best when the high temperatures arrive, having already flowered. These can be divided at any time of year, except during the heat of midsummer. However, many grasses that we grow originate from hotter climates and don’t start into growth until the beginning of summer,

monkshood

Aruncus

goatsbeard

Grasses with a Fine Root Mat Cool season grasses to divide in spring: Briza Calamagrostis x acutiflora Festuca Hakonechloa

hakonechloa golden wood millet

Stipa

Cortaderia

astilbe

Elymus

canna

Imperata Miscanthus

hellebore

Pennisetum

daylily

Hosta

gardener’s garters

pampas grass lyme grass

miscanthus fountain grass

Liatris

arum lily

From flower to seed ...........................13 Seed germination ..............................16 Sowing seed outdoors ........................18

What Can Go Wrong Divisions fail to grow

the wrong time of year

blazing star

Orange Kniphofia (red hot poker) flowers in a garden

Action: observe the growth habit of the grass and divide when it is in growth, but don’t be too greedy

A bit about plants ..............................8

Growing Plants From Seed ................................ 12

Problem: the divisions have been made too small or made at

red hot poker

Zantedeschia

Propagation without knowing ...........7 Hakonechloa macra ‘Aureola’

imperata

plantain lily

Kniphofia

Introduction ....................................................... 6

feather grass

Hot season grasses to divide in summer:

Canna Helleborus

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fescue

Milium effusum ‘Aureum’ Phalaris arundinacea

Saw through the root mat

reed grass

be divided as they start into growth in early summer.

Astilbe

Hemerocallis

quaking grass

flowering towards the end or into autumn. These need to

Hardy Perennials with Fleshy Roots Aconitum

diameter as smaller pieces often die off.

Lift the plant from the border or remove it from its

Sowing seed under cover ...................23 Seed collection ...................................33 Seed dormancy ..................................35

Growing plants from cuttings ............................ 38 Equipment for taking cuttings ...........41 Stem cuttings explained .....................44 Softwood cuttings ..............................49 Semi-ripe cuttings .............................53 Basal cuttings ....................................57

Leaf bud cuttings ...............................59 Hardwood cuttings .............................61 Root cuttings ......................................65 Leaf petiole cuttings ..........................69 Leaf blade cuttings ............................71

Division .............................................................. 74 Hardy perennials with fibrous roots...77 Hardy perennials with fleshy roots ....79 Grasses ..............................................80 Suckering shrubs ................................82

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Julie Hollobone is a lecturer in horticulture at City College Brighton Hove. She also finds time to hold short courses at the acclaimed West Dean College in East Sussex. In addition, she is horticultural adviser to Gardens Monthly magazine and has been writing for them on subjects such as plant profiles, planting design, garden visits and many practical techniques.

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Plants with fleshy rhizomes ...............83 Plants with tubers ..............................84 Plants with offsets or runners ............86 Bulbs that form clumps ......................87

Layering ............................................................. 89 Simple layering..................................90 Serpentine layering ...........................92 French layering ..................................93

Mound layering..................................95 Tip layering.......................................96 Air layering .......................................97

Grafting and budding ........................................ 100 Equipment .........................................103 Whip and tongue graft.......................104 Side graft ...........................................106 Spliced side-veneer graft ...................109

Apical wedge graft .............................111 Whip graft..........................................114 Chip budding .....................................114 T-budding roses .................................117

Bulbs .................................................................. 120 Scaling ...............................................122 Chipping ............................................124

Twin scaling .......................................126 Scoring and Scooping ........................126

Propagation equipment ..................................... 129 Plant directory ................................................... 132 Annuals, biennials and bedding.........133 Perennials..........................................136 Shrubs 140 Climbers ..........................144

Herbs .................................................146 Vegetables .........................................148 Fruit ...................................................152

Glossary of terms ........................................... 156 Index .............................................................. 158

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Know Your Hobby Animals: A Breed Encyclopedia 194 Breed Profiles of Chickens, Cows, Goats, Pigs, and Sheep By Jack Byard •

A complete compilation of the most popular farm animal breeds within the Know Your… book series

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Includes breed profiles of 194 chickens, sheep, cows, goats, and pigs, plus tons of interesting information on their unique characteristics, history, breeding, personality, and more

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A larger format than the popular pocket guides, but with the same fun facts and high-quality photography

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Perfect for farm animal enthusiasts both young and old, and fans of the Know Your… series

Cows, sheep, and goats, oh my! Discover loads of interesting facts about 194 popular breeds of farm animals, including their unique characteristics, history, breeding, personality, and more. Fun and fascinating, this engaging, collective guide will turn both the young and old into farm animal enthusiasts! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 192 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4971-0087-9 • #00879 $18.99 US / $22.99 CAD Available February 2020

Stiefelgeiss Characteristics Weight: 110–176 lb (50–80 kg). Height: 26–33 in (67–85 cm). The horns are thick and curve back from the head; the nanny’s (though similar) are slightly smaller.

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he Stiefelgeiss, the Booted goat, is a robust and hardy breed and well suited to life in its harsh mountain habitat. It could until 1920 be found in the uplands of St Gallen in Glarus, Switzerland, but by the 1980s the breed was on the verge of extinction, and so ProSpecieRara took control. The Booted Goat Breeders Club of Switzerland has now taken over management of the breed and farmers all over Switzerland are being actively encouraged to breed the Stiefelgeiss for its milk, meat and fibre. Their appetite for leaves, buds and bark makes them an ideal tool to preserve the quality of pastureland. They also make ideal surrogate mothers. Their colour ranges from a light greyish brown to a dark reddish brown. They have beards and longer hair on their back legs which is usually a different colour, hence the “boots”.

Appenzell Characteristics Weight: male 143 lb (65 kg), female 99 lb (45 kg). Height: male 29–33 in (75–85 cm), female 27–31 in (70–80 cm). Usually without horns.

his is a beautiful pure white dairy goat: a native of Switzerland usually found in the cantons of Appenzell and St Gallen, and a rare and endangered breed dating back many hundreds of years. In the 1980s it was infected by a terrible disease, Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis (CAE), which forced it to the point of extinction. In 2000 only 677 were registered, and in 2011 this had increased to 1,479. This was due to the help and support of the FOA, the Swiss Goat Breeders Association and ProSpecieRara, the Swiss Preservation Foundation which supports the breeding and cultivation of traditional animals and crops. They are bred mainly for their milk, which contains 2.9% fat and 2.7% protein, a perfect base for cheese-making. In close cooperation with ProSpecieRara and the Coop supermarket of Switzerland, innovative cheese-maker Matthias Koch has created a new cheese made solely from Appenzell goats’ milk, which has been extremely successful. With a guaranteed market for the milk the farmers are enlarging their herds to keep up with increasing demand. The beautiful Appenzell is now out of danger. G O ATS

KNOW YOU R FARM ANIMALS

Foreword

CHICKENS

COWS

GOATS

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PIGS

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SHEEP

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Acknowledgements

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Swaledale Characteristics The rams and the ewes have curled horns, but the ram’s horns are much larger. Weight: ram 121–137lb (55–62 kg), ewe 106–121 lb (48–55 kg). Fleece weight: 3–6 lb (1.5–2.5 kg).

he Swaledale is named after the valley of the River Swale in Yorkshire, and the sheep is the official symbol of the Yorkshire Dales. The breed was first registered in 1919 and there is very little earlier recorded history, but generations of farmers in North Yorkshire and Westmorland had specialized in breeding similar sheep. Found mainly on the Pennines in the northern counties of England, they are related to the Scottish Blackface and the Rough Fell. The Swaledale sheep are very hardy and have a thick, creamy white fleece, just one of the reasons they are able to survive on the high and frequently wet moorlands. The fleece becomes greyer with age. The fine quality wool is used for tweed, rug wool and the thicker hand-knitting yarns. The coarser wool is used for carpet manufacture. The Swaledale also produces top-quality meat.

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Lonk Characteristics The rams and ewes have curled horns. Weight: ram 165–200 lb (75–91 kg, ewe 99–119 lb (45–54 kg). Fleece weight: 4–7 lb (2.25–3 kg).

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Jack Byard was born in Bradford in Yorkshire where he lived and worked all his life. He always had a deep affection for his rural heritage and so wrote his first book, Know Your Sheep, with a view to sharing with others the countryside that he loves.

he Lonk has been bred on the Pennines in northern England from time immemorial; a flock in Lancashire can be traced back to 1740 when the sheep were farmed by the monks of Sawley and Whalley and on Rossendale Hill. It is said by many that the Lonk may be as old as the moors it grazes on. The Lonk is believed to have got its name from the northern word “lanky”, meaning a long thin person; it also has a Roman nose. The breed is very hardy and can live throughout the year on the poorest of grazing on bleak windswept moors 1,000–2,000 feet (305–610 metres) above sea level. This breed also suffered severely during the foot and mouth epidemic of 2001. Originally found only in East Lancashire, West Yorkshire and North Derbyshire, it is now found countrywide. The fleece is white, and finest grades of Lonk wool are used for hand-knitting wool and blankets. The coarse wool is used for carpets, rugs and tweed. The Lonk also produces top-quality meat.

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Extreme Outdoor Survival Manual How to Survive Extreme Situations Anywhere in the World By Garth Hattingh •

An outdoor enthusiasts’ guide to outdoor survival to handle, manage, and survive a variety of outdoor emergency situations

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Information on medical advice, map reading, river crossings, shipwrecks, and more

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Be prepared for anything and know you’re in good hands – your own

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Updated edition includes new, vitally important information on wildfires

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Author Garth Hattingh has over 30 years of outdoor experience including mountain rescue and outdoor survival training

A must-have guide to educate outdoor enthusiasts on how to handle and survive a wide variety of extreme situations. From medical advice and map reading to river crossings and what to do in a shipwreck, arm yourself with essential knowledge so you’ll know what to do and how to survive when everything goes wrong. This updated edition includes new information on wildfires. Learn from Garth Hattingh, a trained expert in outdoor survival and mountain rescue with over 30 years of experience, to be prepared for anything and know you’re in good hands – your own! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 176 pages • 7” x 8” 978-1-4971-0060-2 • #00602 $17.99 US / $21.99 CAD Available March 2020

CONTENTS SURVIVAL PRINCIPLES .......................... 10 • Avoiding survival situations • The art of survival • Tactics for survival • Mental & physical preparedness • Contingency planning

BASIC KIT ............................................. 22 • Basic kit • Environment-specific gear • Using vehicles & spare parts • Making tools & basic utensils

FIRST PRIORITIES.................................. 36 • Clothing: different climates • Shelter: man-made & natural • Water: sources & purification • Food: plants, animals, cooking, preparation & firemaking

MOVEMENT ........................................... 78 • Map-reading & navigation • Orientation: nature & GPS • Group movement patterns • River crossing & bridge building • Mountain hiking, climbing techniques & weather wisdom

MEDICAL KNOW-HOW .......................... 102 • Managing medical emergencies • Basic first aid & patient care • General injuries, minor ailments • Environmental emergencies • Bites, stings & travel diseases

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COMMUNICATION AND INTERACTION ... 126 • How to be seen • Communication & signalling • Search patterns, rescue methods

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EXTREME SURVIVAL SITUATIONS ........ 138 • Vehicle crashes, shipwrecks • Survival at sea • Problems on rivers, water rescue • Lost: in mountains, forests & caves • Environmental hazards: surviving fires, hurricanes, lightning, floods, volcanoes & earthquakes

The very nature of survival situations is that they often arise when one least expects them. Few people knowingly place themselves in minimalized positions where their very existence is at stake. However, the growth in adventure sports such as off-piste skiing, kayaking, climbing, mountaineering, back-country hiking, micro-light flying and sailing has meant that more people are suddenly finding themselves in life-and-death situations. A large number of recent survival incidents have involved backpackers, 4x4 enthusiasts, snowmobiles or small boats. It is fair to say that most survival situations have been unanticipated by the persons concerned, although this is not to say that they arose inevitably – human fallibility often has a good deal to do with it.

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GLOSSARY .......................................... 156 INDEX ................................................. 158 CREDITS ............................................. 160

Avery useful guideline is to always play the prophet of doom and bank on a ‘worst case’ scenario when taking a trip into the great outdoors. Cater for the worst in anticipated weather and for the longest expected time, then add extra to both. If an emergency does arise, you’ll be better prepared in terms of essentials such as clothing, shelter, food and medical supplies.

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into back-country woods on an adventure trip in the middle of winter is hardly a suitable activity for novice hikers – yet a surprising number of rookie groups do just this, often with sadly predictable and even fatal consequences. This is not to say ‘Stay at home, and never go hiking or exploring the outdoors.’ Far from it – outdoors and adventure activities provide a magnificent escape from the stresses of everyday life, and can have great character-building benefits. What is important, however, is to match the activity or the level of the activity to your experience and that of the group. To take a group of amateur climbers on an extreme climbing expedition in the Canadian Rockies would be courting disaster, no matter how experienced the leader may be. It may just be the leader who dies or is injured during the trip. The focus of this manual is to help outdoor adventurers be better equipped when things go radically wrong and survival is at stake. If you are a parent reading this, make sure that your entire family is informed – they might end up being the ones who need the knowledge, or the only

ones capable of using it. And if you are one of the younger members of your family, persuade your parents and older siblings to read this book. It would certainly do no harm to study and practise some of the principles covered on these pages, and it might make the difference between life and death. At the very least, it may enhance your experience of a recreational outdoor experience.

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INTRODUCTION........................................ 8

Avoiding survival situations

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Perhaps the most self-evident thing is to try to avoid getting into survival situations in the first place. There are unfortunate times when one can do absolutely nothing to prevent this – a commercial aeroplane crash, the wreck of a pleasure liner and entirely unpredictable natural disasters such as earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes or freak avalanches. However, many incidents arise because an individual or group is inadequately prepared for the area or the activity and is thus unable to cope with the conditions. An important

ABOVE: Before setting out on any hike, ensure that you are equipped with vital skills such as navigation and route finding. TOP: Thorough research is the basis for a successful and well-organized adventure experience. Fail to prepare and you may run the risk of unpleasant or downright serious situations. Guide books are not the only useful ‘tools’, however. Through powerful search engines, the Internet is able to provide almost instant feedback on numerous locations worldwide. RIGHT: Climbing on small, local outcrops of rock is a useful way to prepare and get fit for higher climbing trips. Local climbing excursions can, of course, also make for fun adventure outings in their own right.

consideration should always be ‘Have I the right equipment for the task, and enough of it?’ Equally important is to ask ‘Do I have sufficient background and knowledge for the task?’ There is often no substitute for experience – this adage is frequently forgotten in the information overload of our modern, fast-paced world. Going deep

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Involved in climbing for over thirty years, Garth Hattingh has climbed extensively throughout the world. He is the author of Top Climbs of the World and The Climber’s Handbook.

• Use tracks and animal spoor to help locate pathways of movement. Follow this downhill to find watering holes.

Hunting weapons

• Animals are very alert at watering holes – rather hunt them on their way to or from the water.

Catapults are easily made if you have elasticized material (such as an inner tube or even elastic from clothing) and can be very useful in hunting small game and birds. It is possible to become incredibly accurate with only a small amount of practice. One Himalayan survivor rescued in a dire state of starvation later admitted that, had he only thought of it, he could easily have obtained food from birds in the area. His pack contained all the materials he needed to be able to build a good, strong catapult.

• Do not move on the pathways if you want to trap or hunt an animal – always keep a distance away or your prey will smell you. • Choose an appropriate location where you can hide near the track (behind a rock or large trees).

• Hunt at first light if you can, or at night when game is more active. • Any movements you make should be very slow. Freeze in position if the animal(s) seem to have detected your presence. • Always keep downwind of the prey (keep the wind in your face). By moving quickly in an uphill direction in hilly country in the early morning, you will prevent your scent being carried upwards by thermal currents. You can then hunt downhill without alarming the animals.

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ABOVE: Four different types of makeshift harpoons for spearing game or fish (see pXX). ABOVE: Before lashing this knife in place, some 10cm (4in) of the branch tip was carved flat to help keep it firmly attached. If you only have one knife, beware it does not fall off the spear and get lost.

A traditional weapon

ABOVE RIGHT: A sharpened hard stone lashed into a split green stick makes a useful axe. ABOVE LEFT : A catapult is handy for hunting birds.

A spear is an age-old weapon that can be very effectively used to bring down large prey such as buck and badgers. It can also be used in fishing (see pp64–7) and as a hiking aid. Fastening a knife or sharpened piece of metal to the front makes the spear more efficient. Practise throwing a spear from a crouching position without having to stand up as this alerts animals.

Tips for Hunting

Tracking and hunting animals is more difficult than snaring, and can demand much energy. Observe some helpful basic principles, and ensure that you have reliable weapons.

The bola is used by South American gauchos (cowboys) to trip even large animals, allowing them to get close enough to spear or club them. It is also useful for bringing down birds. The bola consists of six to 12 long leather thongs (40–100cm; 15–40in) tied together firmly at one end. The other end of each thong is tied around a piece of cloth that holds a golfball-sized stone. The weapon is twirled above the head and released when the correct speed and momentum have built up.

ABOVE: A bola can be a lethal weapon.

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SURVIVAL PRINCIPLES

Tracking and hunting weapons

OUTDOOR

Paracord Projects For Camping and Outdoor Survival Keeping It Together When Things Fall Apart By Bryan Lynch •

Contains more than 60 useful paracord projects for outdoor emergencies and survival, including how to make fishing equipment, compasses, splints, snowshoes, and more

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Teaches the fundamentals of survival and 7 ways to carry paracord

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Provides both minimal and ideal gear list tips

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Written by Bryan Lynch, author of Victorinox Swiss Army® Knife Survival Guide

A simple strand of paracord can save your life. Find out how in this book! Whether you’re camping, hiking, or simply on a walk and find yourself in an emergency situation, cordage is one of the most useful and important items a person can have. From creating fire with paracord to its medical uses, author Bryan Lynch shares his expert knowledge on over 60 projects pertaining to paracord, as well as 7 ways to carry it, the fundamentals of survival, and gear list tips. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 176 pages • 5.7” x 7” 978-1-4971-0045-9 • #00459 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available February 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bryan Lynch regularly publishes articles and gear reviews on SurvivalCache.com, a popular survival information forum with millions of visitors. He also publishes his own survivalist blog CivilizedSurvival. blog, where he shares experiences, reviews, projects, and opinions related to emergency preparedness and self-reliance. An avid hunter and fisherman, the first pocket knife he ever owned was a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife. Ever since then he has appreciated the value and importance of having a good blade on hand.

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Building Your Tiny House Dream Create and Build a Tiny House with Your Own Hands By Chris Schapdick •

A comprehensive how-to guide to building your own tiny home

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Provides detailed opening chapters of what to know before you build, including essential skills, tools, safety, and resources

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Sections on building a tiny home are carefully laid out in progression from start to finish, from laying the foundation, framing, and roofing to plumbing, adding personality, towing, and more

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Also included is an inspirational gallery of real people’s completed tiny homes, as well as access to a how-to video of Chris building a tiny home project from beginning to end

Combining the “why” with the “how to,” Building Your Tiny House Dream will show you each step to constructing your own custom camper! Part one provides detailed guidance on essential information, from the skills needed and planning to tools, safety, and helpful resources. Start building your tiny home in part two that’s carefully laid out in order from start to finish, from laying the foundation and framing to plumbing, adding personality, and towing so you can take your tiny home on wheels on the road! Creative Homeowner Paperback • 176 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-58011-847-7 • #8477 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available February 2020

PART 1 Foreword ........................................................... X Introduction ...................................................... X How to use this book ......................................... X Not 100% literal - I’m building a camper here................ XX Video instruction as assistance...................................... XX Build what you want…not what I show you ..................... XX

Fundamentals ................................................... XX

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tools ............................................................................... XX Safety ............................................................................. XX

Chris Schapdick is the founder of Tiny Industrial, a tiny house building company. In 2016 Chris bid his corporate career farewell and decided to strike out on his own, launching several businesses designed around building tiny houses and coaching others to follow their dreams of a simpler lifestyle. Chris is now a sought after blogger and speaker on the tiny house circuit, and was awarded the Best Tiny House Award by the New Jersey Tiny House Festival in 2017.

Assistance ...................................................................... XX Stay in your comfort zone ............................................... XX

Part II Step by step Projects ........................................ XXX Now you have a shell - Do your own thing ...................... XXX Let’s build a camper Tiny House from the shell!............. XXX Conclusion - Takeaways…what’s next? ........................... XXX Notes and so on ............................................................. XXX

CONTENTS

Fundamentals

Chapter 2

Fundamentals Tools

First and foremost, is to pay attention to safety. I don't want anyone to get injured in any way shape or form, and therefore I want you to do things in a way that's

I'm going to put together a list here for you of some of the things that you're going to need, safety equipment being one of them. But let's also talk about tools. Contrary to popular belief you don't need a lot of tools to create what we're building here. There is a minimum level of tools that you'll need for this build, but every tool beyond those can make your work either easier or more precise. It is possible to build an entire tiny house with just hand tools, people have done it. However, I think power tools are a great thing, and I highly encourage their use. You may or may not have access to those tools, and you may or may not want to use those or borrow those or rent those or whatever the case may be. There is also a subset of that broader group of tools that are just

simply going to be necessary, and I'll go into some additional detail here in terms of what tools I think you should have. So work safe and work within your tool comfort zone. If you’re thinking: "I don't think I can do this, and I need to bring in some help here,” then ask for the help you need to get the job done safely. Think of it like calling a friend on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, but instead of million dollars you’ll get a cool place to live in. Ready to get started? Get prepared to go to the big-box store and buy some supplies. We’re pretty darn close to having you build your own tiny house on wheels.

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comfortable for you. If you feel like you're getting to a point where you don't feel safe anymore, you don't feel comfortable working with a particular tool, something is too heavy for you to lift, whatever the case may be, I want you to be very cognizant of that and keep your safety front and center.

TOOLS other tools as you work and gain more experience, but these are a great starting point. Beyond the specific tools, we’ll go over in this section, you will also need some other miscellaneous things like clamps, saw horses, utility knives, caulking, and so on. Suffice it to say that you will use these on an as-needed basis, and they are not going to break the bank. (In fact, you may already have a few of these things already.) Tools broadly fall into one of two categories: hand tools and power tools. Power tools, in general, are a bit more expensive than hand tools, but unless you have some personal reason only to use hand tools,

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Tools

If you are going to do some or all of the construction of your tiny house yourself, you’re going to need some tools. Tiny houses can be built with a pretty minimal toolkit. Don’t think that you have to go out and spend $1,000 on all sorts of things. Keep in mind that you may be able to borrow the vast majority of the tools you need as well. Unless you plan to build more things, you may never need some of these tools again after your house is done. The pictures in this chapter are of my well-used tools. They are nothing fancy, but they work just fine, and I have built multiple houses with them. You may find yourself gravitating toward

HOME REPAIR & IMPROV E ME N T

DIY for Renters Don’t Call the Landlord

A Guide to Helpful Tips, Projects, and Repairs for Apartment and House Renters By Charles Byers •

A complete DIY repair and maintenance guide for home renters with step-by-step instructions and photos for a wide variety of tasks

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Gain basic repair skills that will be valuable for the rest of your life

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Learn how to address normal maintenance issues as inexpensively and effectively as possible, from installing ceiling fans and fixing squeaky doors and floors to plumbing, electrical, heating, and more

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Focuses on common repairs and upgrades that are economical, safe, and don’t conflict with tenant/landlord agreements so you can get your full security deposit back

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Also included are tips on taking down and removing upgrades when it’s time to move out

DIY for Renters Don’t Call the Landlord shows renters how to perform common repairs and install upgrades that are economical, safe, and don’t conflict with tenant/landlord agreements. With step-bystep instructions, photos, and illustrations, learn a variety of basic repair skills and how to inexpensively deal with all of the normal maintenance issues that every home encounters, from squeaky doors and wet basements Introduction ........................................6 to plumbing, heating, and electrical repairs. You’ll also Safety ...................................................7 learn how to safely remove your customizations and Home Exterior Maintenance ...................10 upgrades when it’s time to move out so you can get your security deposit back in full!

CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE

Gutters and Down spouts........................................................12 Storm water run-off ...............................................................14 Damp/ wet basements ...........................................................18 Exterior siding .......................................................................20 Exterior roofs ........................................................................22 Exterior doors........................................................................24 Exterior windows ...................................................................26 Exterior painting....................................................................28 Exterior caulks.......................................................................30 Basic porch repairs .................................................................32 Mail boxes .............................................................................34 Basic walkways ......................................................................36 Interior/exterior hardware .....................................................38

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CHAPTER TWO

Interior Maintenance Basic wall and ceiling repairs ..................................................40 Repairing interior doors .........................................................42 Primer/sealer paints ..............................................................44

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GUTTERS AND DOWN SPOUTS

Eliminating Pests & Rodents

Leaves and sticks might not be the only items clogging your gutter. Small animals and pests can turn your gutter into their home, building nests and seeking shelter in them. Of course, this not safe for your home, the animal or you. While some may move out in time, others decide that a gutter is a great place to live. Animals like squirrels, opossums and birds can build nests and even begin breeding in your gutter, causing a pest problem. If you hear any unusual sounds such as scratching or chirping and see any large build-up in your gutter, it’s likely you have a pest problem. This can cause damage to your gutters and must be removed. However, you never want to remove these animals yourself. Some can be aggressive when their territory is entered and fight back, causing injury. The average cost to hire an animal control service is $292, with most homeowners spending between $207 and $313. Don’t forget about insects. Water in gutters can be breeding grounds for mosquitos. The shape of a gutter can provide just the right amount of space for bees, wasps and other bugs to build their nests. Be careful when cleaning, that you don’t run into these bugs. If you notice an increase of them near your house, keep an eye on where they might be coming from. If you noticed it’s near you gutter, you might want to have it checked by a pest control pro. How much do they cost?: The least expensive materials— vinyl, aluminum, and coated steel—run about $1 to $8 per linear foot; the most expensive—copper and zinc—sell for about $9 to $18 per foot. Prices do not include installation.

CHAPTER THREE

Plumbing Repairs & Maintenance ..........60 Main water shut-off valves .....................................................62 Main Sewer pipe ....................................................................64 Water & sewer line materials ..................................................66 Water Heater types ................................................................68 Water Heater Maintenance .....................................................70 Toilet supply shut-off valve.....................................................72 Toilet tank flush valves ...........................................................74 Toilet wax/ rubber seals.........................................................76 Toilet seats ............................................................................78 Vanity sink shut-off valve .......................................................80 Vanity sink drain traps ...........................................................82 Vanity pop-up drains ..............................................................84 Vanity faucets ........................................................................86 Tub faucet shut-off valves.......................................................88 Tub waste and overflow ..........................................................90

Tub drain traps ......................................................................92 Tub faucets ............................................................................94 Kitchen sink shut-off valves ....................................................96 Kitchen sink strainer baskets ..................................................98 Kitchen sink drain traps..........................................................100 Dishwasher shut-off valves .....................................................101 Dishwasher drains/ traps .......................................................104 Dishwasher repairs ................................................................105 Garbage disposal electric........................................................106 Garbage disposal & sinks .......................................................108 Garbage disposal repairs ........................................................110 Washer laundry connections ...................................................112 Washer drain types ................................................................114 Laundry tubs .........................................................................116

CHAPTER FOUR

Heating Repairs and Maintenance..........118 Types of Heating systems .......................................................120 Types of air conditioners.........................................................121 Heater prevent. Maintenance..................................................122 Outdoor comp. units ...............................................................124

CHAPTER FIVE

Electrical Repairs and Maintenance .......125

Basic Wiring troubleshooting ..................................................128 Circuit Fuses ..........................................................................129 Circuit Breakers .....................................................................130 Light switch replacement ........................................................132 Receptacle replacement ..........................................................134 Light fixture replacement .......................................................136 Installing ceiling fans .............................................................138 Door bell circuits ....................................................................140 Wireless security system.........................................................142 Outdoor receptacles ...............................................................144 Outdoor lighting ....................................................................146 Garage door openers .............................................................148

CHAPTER SIX

Patios & Decks..........................................150 Concrete patios/steps .............................................................152 Wood decks/ stairs ................................................................154 Composite decks/ stairs .........................................................156 Concrete driveways ................................................................158 Asphalt Driveways .................................................................159

Index ....................................................160

Basic Residential Wiring .........................................................126

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them. Aluminum gutters are the easiest to paint and is the most cost-effective option. If painting isn’t an option, or your gutters must be replaced due to damages or age, you might want to consider an upgrade. Right now, copper gutters are the hot luxury item to have in home exteriors. They are sure to boost your curb appeal. Installing

gutters is not a DIY project for beginners as it must be precisely placed on your home’s exterior to function correctly. As you can see, gutters are an important element to the home. When functioning properly, gutters will keep your house dry. But, they must be maintained regularly and properly to work well!

CLEANING A GUTTER When it comes to gutters, the most obvious task is cleaning. It should be done at least twice a year, ideally once in the spring and once in the fall. Start by creating a schedule or setting a reminder for when you intend on having them cleaned. Cleaning gutters might be a project for you to DIY. If that’s the case, you’ll need to have all the proper materials to do so, including a ladder.

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An inch of rainfall doesn’t sound like much. But when it falls on an average-size roof, it adds up to a 1,900-gallon torrent sluicing off the eaves. That’s an awful lot of water that can cause an awful lot of damage if your gutters aren’t up to the task of controlling it. Yet we barely give gutters a second thought until they’re clogged and overflowing, or ripped from their moorings by ice and snow. So now that summer’s here, it’s time to take notice. Maybe a simple cleaning is all your gutters need, or maybe they need to be replaced altogether. If you’re starting fresh, there is a veritable deluge of shapes, sizes, and materials to choose from. Aside from pricey, maintenance-heavy wood troughs and short-lived vinyl ones, the best option for most of us is metal—elegant copper, understated zinc, rugged steel, or affordable aluminum. Metal gutters are durable and need relatively little care.

Painting ceiling and walls .......................................................46 Painting trim .........................................................................48 Staining/ Clear wood .............................................................50 Painting cabinets/ doors ........................................................52 Fixing squeaky Floors ............................................................54 Vinyl and Hardwood Floors .....................................................56 Carpet and padding................................................................58

Volorae dolorepe quo vellatinctem que sit aut opta doluption reperior solestota pos nimpore stistis delest iduntem cus aborum reratem quuntendis alicimus ut quatis magnient, simin re. DIY or hire a pro?: Straight sections of vinyl or aluminum sold at home centers or online are well within a DIYer’s grasp. Call in a pro if your house is taller than one story, or if you want seamless gutters, which are custom-made on site. How long do they last?: Anywhere from a few years to the lifetime of your house, depending on the material you choose and how well they’re installed and maintained. How much upkeep?: If trees tower over them, gutters need periodic cleaning, even when fitted with gutter guards. Pine needles are especially notorious for causing clogs.

These are all indicators that you may need a gutter repair. It’s best to get this done as soon as you see one of these signs as water damage can occur and you’ll be spending more money. If you’re examining your gutters every other month, you should be able to spot anything before it becomes a problem.

If you’re concerned about leaves, twigs and other items entering your gutter between cleanings, you might want to invest in a gutter protection system. While this doesn’t eliminate regular gutter cleanings, it does allow you to deal with less mess and potential for a clog. The key is finding one that fits your gutter while allowing water to flow freely.

Anatomy of a Gutter System

Find out everything you need to know to properly size your gutters and downspouts. • Gutter: Captures water shedding off roof. • End cap: Closes end of gutter. • Fascia bracket: Attaches to eaves; supports gutters from below. • Downspout: Conveys water from gutter to ground. Also known as a leader. • Downspout bracket: Secures downspout to side of house. • Elbow: Changes direction of downspout. Most gutter maintenance should focus on functionality, but you might be able to dramatically boost your curb appeal by updating the look of your gutters. Depending on how high up your gutters are and the type of material, you may be able to paint

Gut ter s a nd Dow n Sp out s

Don’t forget about insects. Water in gutters can be breeding grounds for mosquitos. The shape of a gutter can provide just the right amount of space for bees, wasps and other bugs to build their nests. Be careful when cleaning, that you don’t run into these bugs.

Animals like squirrels, opossums and birds can build nests and even begin breeding in your gutter, causing a pest problem. If you hear any unusual sounds such as scratching or chirping and see any large build-up in your gutter, it’s likely you have a pest problem.

Gut ter s a nd D ow n Sp out s

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Charles Byers taught at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in the carpentry department for 12 years, where he created numerous innovative adult continuing education programs for carpentry, historic building preservation, apprenticeship instruction and electrical technology. He established and now teaches in a new residential remodeling department at the college, covering all facets of building, remodeling and maintenance of residential buildings.

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Yard and Garden Furniture, 2nd Edition

Plans & Step-by-Step Instructions to Create 20 Useful Outdoor Projects By Bill Hylton •

A complete project guide for homeowners to create 20 useful backyard and garden furniture pieces, from simple to sophisticated

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Each project contains step-by-step instructions and photography, parts lists, cutting plans, and assembly views

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Includes simple projects for novice woodworkers – planted bench, basic garden bench – as well as more challenging pieces – deck chairs, porch rocker

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Written by Bill Hylton, a contributor for Woodworker’s Journal and author of several woodworking and home improvement books

Complete 20 useful outdoor projects, from simple to sophisticated. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, supply lists, cutting plans, and assembly views, you’ll be equipped with inspiration and guidance to create a wide variety of yard and garden furniture pieces, from a basic garden bench to a more challenging porch rocker.

INTRODUCTION Tools & Techniques Materials

146 6 30

Slat Table & Benches

Round Deck Table

Deck Chair

Adirondack Chair & Rest

Adirondack Side Table

Adirondack Plant Stand

Planter Bench

Outdoor Chair

Outdoor Lounger Outdoor Side Table

Creative Homeowner Paperback • 224 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-58011-850-7 • #8507 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available December 2019

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Tools and T echniques

you hook the end of the workpiece for easy, accurate layouts. An oddball rule that some woodworkers find useful is the centerfinding rule (not shown). It has a zero point at the center of the rule, and measurements reading from that point out to both ends. Rules are available in a variety of calibrations, including fractional inches, decimal inches and metric. A rule with one calibration on one edge and a different one on the opposite edge is an invitation to confusion. Better to get a rule reading left to right on one edge and a right to left on the other. With that arrangement, you can read the scale, regardless of how you pick up the rule or which direction you need to measure. Combination Square. This is an excellent all-purpose square, which will get a lot of use. The square shown

100 110

Tree Bench

116

Garden Bench

124

Park Bench

132

Hammock Stand

140

Plant Cart

146

Folding Table-Stool

158

Cedar Recliner

164

Picnic Table & Benches

178

Porch Swing

184

Porch Rocker

194

Glossary

206

Index

207

Handyman’s tool kit

Woodworker’s hand tool kit

Hand Tools

a measuring tape most. A 12-foot tape is long enough for the projects in this book, and it is a convenient size to fit in your pocket or hook on your belt. Rules. For the most part, rules are simple-looking strips of metal, but they are very precise tools too. Once your stock has been cut into rough-length pieces, layout work is often done with a metal rule. Bench rules range in length from 6 to A 48 inches. A 6-inch rule works well for laying out joints H and setting the

No matter how much electricity you have coming into your shop, and no matter how extensive your collection of power tools is, you really do need a few hand-powered tools. You’ll use most of these tools for other projects around the house as well, not just for woodworking.

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38 The Builder’s Notes for any project in this book might spotlight a specialized tool or procedure that is essential for that project, but they also assume that you know the general stuff—cutting boards and driving screws, for example. Chances are that you already have some of the tools required, but as you tackle these projects, you may need to expand your collection. The following information will assist you in both choosing and using your tools.

Your basic kit (Photo 1) should include a few sizes of screwdrivers, both Phillips and flat-blade, a light claw hammer (12 ounces is about right), and a socket wrench with a selection of sockets. Pliers, a couple adjustable wrenches, a hack- saw for metal, and a backsaw for wood round out the collection. A modest selection of traditional woodworking hand tools will also come in very handy for refining the fit of joints, trimming inside corners of rabbets, and dozens of other odd jobs. (Photo 2) A set of four chisels (3 ⁄8 -, 1 ⁄2 -, 3 ⁄4-, and 1-inch widths) and a block plane are easy to find and don’t cost a lot. Keep the blades sharp so they’ll always be ready to use.

Layout Tools The very first tool you are likely to use on any project is one for measuring or layout. (Photo 3) You’ll probably use

cutting depth on routers and saws. A 6-inch rule often has graduations marked across the ends, which makes setting depths easier. Perhaps the handiest rule for layout work is the hook rule, available in 6-, 12-, 18-, and 24-inch lengths. As with a measuring tape,

C D

K M

Layout tools: A measuring tapes; B sliding T-bevel; C utility knife; D razor knife; E metal squares; F combination square; G hook rule; H protractor; I engineer’s protractor; J pencils; K 6-inch rule; L compass; M shop-made bow.

Tools and Techniques 5

Exploded View back support

center back slat

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

seat slat

long back slat

apron

short back slat

Bill Hylton is the author of Router Magic and Woodworking with the Router, and appears at woodworking seminars and demonstrations around the country. He is an expert on routers, power tools, and furniture building. He lives in Quarryville, Pennsylvania.

arm

APRON slat

Pencil lines may be difficult to see on the dark brown color of hardboard. An option is to do your layouts on paper, then attach the paper to the hardboard with spray adhesive.

back cleat footrest stringer

top slat

chair stringer

6”

The true line of the template edge isn’t always easy to see. To make sure it’s right, trace along the edge on a piece of paper. The traced line will reveal ripples and nicks that need smoothing.

Make the apron from a long board. Extend it off the benchtop; then stick the template to it with carpet tape. That way you can cut the arch using a saber saw and router and not damage the bench.

Apron Template

1”

arm brace 711⁄16”

51/2”

13/4”

chair leg footrest leg

273/16” 30”

Chair Elevations

225/8”

Chair Plan View

325/8” 213/4”

37 1/16”

31”r. 191/8”

225/8” 51/2”

51/2”

29”

31”

2”r.

31/2”

3 1/2”

35º

37 1/4” 351/4”

8”

29”

8”

Short-radius layout

Long-radius layout

Template layout

31/2” 211/2”

51/2”

Slat Layouts

3”

221/4”

template

31/2” 31/2”r.

template

31/16”r. 31/2”

201/2”

51/2”

front view

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top view

center slat

Yard and Garden Furniture

12”

225/8”

side view

51/2”

flanking slats

51/2”

Adirondack Chair and Rest 9

CARV I N G

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling in the Wild 30+ Fun & Useful Things to Make Out of Wood By Felix Immler •

Complete 30 new wood carving projects with just a simple pocket knife, natural wood, and a handful of household items

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Learn all the basic techniques and mandatory safety rules

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Contains detailed step-by-step instructions and coordinating high-quality photography

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Carve and craft a boat, parachute, and dozens more cool projects

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Author and pocket knife expert Felix Immler is a full-time Victorinox instructor and ambassador

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling in the Wild features more than 30 fun and exciting objects to make using a simple pocket knife, wood, and a handful of household items. With step-by-step instructions and coordinating high-quality photography, whittle and carve a boat, parachute, and so much more. Plus, each project has its own QR code for video extras! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 160 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4971-0071-8 • #00718 $14.99 US / $18.99 CAD Available May 2020

Contents Things that Float, Splash, and Turn

Th E PocKETKn I FE Proj EcTs

The Pocketknife Projects

7 Forword 8 Introduction 8 Warum noch ein Schnitzbuch? 8 Von wegen kinderleicht 9 9 10 10 10

Für Groß und Klein als Team Größenangaben und Dimensionen Videos Das richtige Messer Meine Standard-Bastelausrüstung im Rucksack

The Pocketknife Projects 15 Things that Float, Splash, and Turn 16 Tuk-Tuk-Boot 20 Reed Boat 24 28 32 36 41 44 6

Floß Wasserspritze Acht-Schaufel-Wasserrad Windrad Holunderstift Jo-Jo

47 Raddampfer

52 Things that Fling, Shoot, and Fly 53 Allgemeine Sicherheitsregeln für Schuss-, Wurf-, Schleuderobjekte 54 Armbrust 61 Zwei-Stecken-Bogen 67 Swiss Arrow 71 Apfelschleuder 75 80 84 88 94

Indischer Flitzebogen Rohrschleuder Dartpfeil Fallschirm Bumerang

99 103 106 109

Schindelpfeil Schnur-Katapult Steinschleuder Drei-Schuss-Gummibandpistole

115 Things that Whistle and Rattle 116 Schilfflöte 120 Ballonsaxophon 124 Weidenflöte 127 Vogelpfeife

130 Kazoo 134 Holunderflöte 138 Löwenzahntrompete 141 Signalpfeife und Trillerpfeife 144 Rätsche 149 Eichelpfeife 151 Knotweed-Pfeife

The Basics and Techniques 156 How to Safely Handle the Pocketknife 156 Sicherheitsregeln beim Schnitzen 158 Die korrekte Sitzhaltung beim Schnitzen 159 Das Auf- und Einklappen der Werkzeuge 161 Der Faustgriff 161 Die wichtigsten Taschenmesserwerkzeuge beim Arbeiten mit Holz 162 Carving with a Big Blade 162 Der Grobschnitt 163 Der Kraftschnitt 162 Spalten 165 Schaben

167 Feinschnitt gegen den Daumen 167 Schnitzen gegen den Körper 168 Techniques with the Wood Saw 168 Das Fixieren eines Werkstücks 170 Stabbing, Drilling and Sewing with the Awl 170 Die Sicherheitstechnik 171 Nähen mit der Ahle 172 Taking Care of your Knife 172 Das Reinigen des Messers 172 Das Schärfen der Werkzeuge 173 Der Mini-Sharpy 173 Der Schärfetest 174 Choosing the Right Wood 174 Welche Hölzer eignen sich? 174 Wo geeignetes Holz zu finden ist 176 QR-Codes zu den Schnitzprojekten 179 Dank 182 Autor

166 Carving with a Small Blade 166 Der Feinschnitt

Things that Float, Splash, and Turn

Th E PocKETKn I FE Proj EcTs

ProjEcT: reed Boat

Things You’ll need Für ein Schilfboot braucht maneinen Bund Schilf für den Rumpf,einen gerade gewachsenen Ast alsMast und Quermast, Schnur, einenStein für den Kiel, ein Segel undein Taschenmesser.

1. Die Größedes Bootes, respektive die Längedes Rumpfes kannst du natürlichselbst bestimmen. In dieser Anleitungbaue ich ein Boot, das ungefähreinen halben Meter lang ist. Der Rumpf besteht aus drei zusammengeknüpftenBündeln Schilf.Für ein Bündel brauche ich dieMenge Schilf, die ich mit Daumen und Zeigefi nger umgreifen kann.Schnüre nun jedes einzelne Bündelvorerst mit drei möglichst straff enSchnurwicklungen zusammen. 2

2. Eine Wicklung ist in der Mitte,die anderen beiden je 10 cm linksund rechts davon. Nun säge die überstehenden Schilfhalmeab, sodass der Rumpfetwa 50 cm Länge hat.

4. Die mittleren 20 cm des Bootskörpersbleiben in der vollenStärke.

ProjEcT

Reed Boat Schon als Kind liebte ich es, mitSpielzeugbooten in der Badewannezu spielen. Diese Faszinationhabe ich off enbar vererbt,auch meine Jungs spielen gernemit Booten. Oft spielen sie natürlichmit dem Playmobil-Schiffoder mit dem motorisierten Polizeiboot.Am meisten Freude habeich aber, wenn sich die Kindermit einem selbst gebauten Bootim Spiel verlieren. Meiner Meinung nach ist die Hauptschwierigkeitbeim Basteln einesBootes der Rumpf. Erstens ist esoft schwierig, geeignetes Materialzu fi nden, und zweitens ist es vielArbeit, den Rumpf in die richtigeForm zu bringen, wenn man nur einTaschenmesser zur Verfügung hat.Einfacher ist es deshalb, einenRumpf aus Schilf zu fertigen. In derfolgenden Anleitung möchte ichzeigen, wie das geht.

3. WeilBug und Heck eines Bootskörperszusammenlaufen, schnitze dieBündel gegen die Enden dünner.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Felix Immler is a trained mechanic, social worker, and nature educator. Having run workshops in bushcraft and historical handicraft techniques for more than ten years, he is currently working for Victorinox as a pocket knife educator. His YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/ user/Taschenmesserbuch) features English language videos on bushcraft and has over 15,000 subscribers.

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Holiday Chess Sets •

Carve unique holiday-themed chess sets in a game of wits where Dracula and Santa are Kings, and a witch and Mrs. Claus are Queens

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Simple caricature carving techniques perfect for beginning to intermediate wood carvers

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Provides step-by-step instructions for each unique chess piece

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Includes 6 full-size caricature patterns, from werewolf knights and elf pawns to coffin rooks and snowman bishops

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A police officer by day and a wood carver by night, author and instructor Dwayne Gosnell is an award-winning carver and president of the Catawba Valley Wood Carvers

Combine your love for chess, the holidays, and woodcarving! Perfect for both beginner and advanced woodcarvers, these guides include simple caricature carving techniques and step-by-step instructions for every piece. Each book contains 6 full-size patterns for you to carve reindeer and werewolf knights, elf and mummy pawns, North Pole and coffin rooks, snowman and Frankenstein bishops, Santa and Dracula as Kings, and Mrs. Claus and a witch as Queens! Also included are instructions for finishing and painting your carvings, as well as making a chess board.

Woodcarving a Halloween Chess Set Plans & Instructions to Carve a Complete HalloweenThemed Chess Set By Dwayne Gosnell Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 80 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0082-4 • #00824 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available April 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Dwayne Gosnell began carving as a way to unwind after a long day in law enforcement. An award-winning caricature carver for over 15 years, and President of the Catawba Valley Wood Carvers, Dwayne participates in events and workshops around the country. He resides in Hickory, North Carolina.

Woodcarving a Santa and Friends Chess Set

Plans & Instructions to Carve a Complete Christmas-Themed Chess Set By Dwayne Gosnell Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 80 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0069-5 • #00695 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available April 2020

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Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood Techniques, Patterns, and Color Guides for 12 Projects By Desiree Hajny •

A pattern book for advanced woodcarvers to create 12 adorable animal shelf sitters, from otters and pandas to foxes and raccoons

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Each project includes a pattern, hair tract, and color chart for painting

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Helpful tips and notes provided throughout to capture the essence of each animal

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Projects can be done from a roughed out blank or a band saw cut-out

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Written by Desiree Hajny, a Woodcarving Illustrated contributor and has taught several workshops on creating her successful animal sitters

An advanced pattern book featuring 12 woodcarving projects for a variety of animal shelf sitters. From pandas and foxes to raccoons and otters, each design includes a pattern template, hair tract guide, and color chart for painting guidance. With helpful tips and notes throughout to capture a realistic yet playful essence of each animal, this is the perfect book for woodcarvers looking for challenges to hone their skills. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 112 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0083-1 • #00831 $16.99 US / $19.99 CAD Available May 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Desiree Hajny’s accomplishments in the woodcarving arts span thirty years as an author, teacher, commissioned artist, and competition judge. Desiree has won an amazing number of national and international awards for her carvings, including 25 best-of-show honors, over 150 first place awards, 18 people’s choice awards, and the Woodcarving Illustrated Woodcarver of the Year award. She is the author of six woodcarving books, a contributor to seven others, and a contributing editor to woodworking periodicals across the United States and Europe.

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Whittling in Your Free Time 24 Quick & Easy Projects to Carve in Wood By Tom Hindes •

Perfect for beginners, complete 24 new projects using the approachable flat plane style of whittling and carving

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Flat plane style of carving can be split into complexity levels from very simple to difficult, making this book perfect for anyone on any skill level

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Carve boots, owls, wizards, gnomes, elephants, and dozens of other characters, animals, and objects with step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography

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A continuation to the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects

In continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, Tom Hindes brings you 24 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete in one sitting! With step-by-step instructions and a focus on the beginner-friendly flat plane style of whittling, you’ll carve owls, wizards, gnomes, and even a pair of boots. Progressing from very simple to more challenging, each project is meant to encourage you along the rewarding and relaxing path of whittling and build your skills. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 96 pages • 6” x 9” 978-1-4971-0070-1 • #00701 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available April 2020

A continuation to Tom Hindes’

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Discover the fast and simple way to whittle in this fun introduction to woodcarving. Learn the quick-cut method for whittling expressive little figures from wood in just 20 minutes or less with super-short projects that are perfect for learning basic caricature carving skills. With friendly instructions and step-by-step photos, you’ll learn to carve an array of charming wizards, gnomes, gargoyles, ornaments, dogs, leprechauns, and more.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tom Hindes is a whittling artist, carving teacher, and best-selling author. He is a regular contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated magazine, and writes for his blog Beginners Carving Corner and Beyond where he discusses techniques, projects, basic to advanced skills, and more.

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py ro gr aph y

Quick-Start Woodburning Guide By Michele Y. Parsons •

A small-format guide that covers the basics of pyrography

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Perfect to introduce a newcomer to the hobby of pyrography by understanding safety, care and use of equipment, and how to burn using different pens

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Written in a quick, easy-to-read format with a lot of photos and captions

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Includes a list of further suggested reading for project books and DVDs should the reader decide to continue and want to begin practicing

This easy-to-read, small-format guide is the ultimate starting point to introduce yourself to the hobby of woodburning! Perfect for any beginner, jump right into learning about what pyrography is, safety, types of equipment, pens, burning techniques, and other foundational topics. Get a complete overview, and with the suggested lists for further reading and project books, get started! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 48 pages • 5” x 7” 978-1-4971-0084-8 • #00848 $9.99 US / $11.99 CAD Available May 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Michele Parsons, the founder of Parsons Wood Artistry, has been immersed in art and nature her entire life. She spent her childhood drawing and wandering in the woods, exploring nature. Finding a way to combine these interests resulted in her gravitating toward creating art in wood -- woodcarving and pyrography. Both of these art forms give Michele a connection to trees, both in the peaceful sound of carving wood and the primal smell of burning wood. Gifted with an ability to teach others, Michele has spent years teaching workshop-based pyrography classes and writing for Pyrography Magazine. She receives personal satisfaction when students learn pyrography and are excited about their newly found interest. To help students, especially in remote areas, Michele started selling pyrography equipment and accessories at discounted pricing.

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Woodburning Projects and Patterns for Beginners By Minisa Robinson •

A complete overview and introduction into the hobby of pyrography intended for beginners

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Understand the different tools, supplies, and safety precautions involved in the art of woodburning

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Learn basic techniques for burning even lines, shading, black backgrounds, stippling, and more

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Includes beginner-friendly step-by-step projects and patterns included on a variety of materials, from signs and boxes to frames, ornaments, and coasters

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Know how to avoid and fix mistakes, then seal and finish each project

The ultimate beginner-friendly guide to pyrography, this book is the best place to start! Featuring a complete overview and introduction to woodburning, you’ll understand the tools, supplies, and safety precautions involved in this unique art. Learn basic techniques to then complete step-by-step projects – patterns included – for frames, boxes, ornaments, and coasters, as well as how to avoid and fix mistakes, and seal and finish each project. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 136 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0085-5 • #00855 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available June 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Minisa Robinson worked as a graphic artist and publisher before becoming a self-taught pyrographic artist. Her artwork reflects her appreciation of the Rocky Mountains and the wildlife that lives there. Minisa has created four instructional pyrography DVDs, and is a frequent contributor to Pyrography magazine.

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Beginner’s Guide to CNC Woodworking

Understanding the Machines, Tools and Software, Plus Projects to Make By Steven James Thompson •

A complete beginner-friendly manual to understanding the fundamentals, machinery, software, tools, and materials of CNC (Computer Numerical Control)

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Complete 2 step-by-step projects for a CNC chair and a 3D flip machining spoon

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Each project incorporates various concepts and techniques in digital wood joinery and 3D CNC machining to truly immerse the reader in several methods and practices, even how to overcome limitations of 3-axis CNC machines

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Informational chapters are written in an easy-tounderstand format that’s approachable and beginnerfriendly

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Clear instructions, diagrams, illustrations, software screenshots, and photography provided throughout

An accessible, beginner-friendly resource to understand CNC (Computer Numerical Control) for anyone interested in CNC woodworking and the future of these technologies. From the fundamentals of CNC to its machinery, software, tools, and materials, this complete guide will teach you everything you need to know in a way that’s clear, approachable, and easy to comprehend. Also included are two step-by-step projects for a CNC chair and a 3D flip machining spoon using Autodesk 360. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 156 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4971-0058-9 • #00589 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available June 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Steve Thompson grew up in rural Southern California, working in fabrication shops since he was eight. He studied physics and philosophy at UC Irvine, then lived on an educational farm for six years designing and fabricating small dwellings. Steve teaches Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Systems at San Francisco State University, and works at the Exploratorium at the San Francisco Science Museum, where he helped build the new Tactile Dome. He is based in Berkeley, California where he also helps run a small art residency non-profit called Stochastic Labs.

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Wooden Whirligigs

10 Step-by-Step Projects to Make for Your Garden By Mike Screen •

A hands-on project guide for woodworkers to build creative yard and garden whirligigs

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Provides 10 step-by-step projects that progress in difficulty, from simple propeller models to propellers moving crankshafts to oscillating rods

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Projects include a pecking rooster, swimming fish, flying dragon, rowboat figure, and more

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Build your skills and learn the aspects of physics and design to be equipped create your own wooden automata

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Author Mike Screen is a teacher and toymaker that specializes in kinetic wooden objects; he is also a member of the British Toymakers Guild

With a basic skillset, some aspects of physics, and unique designs, woodworkers of all levels will love this hands-on project guide. Build 10 creative whirligigs that progress in difficulty, from simple propeller models to those with oscillating rods. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography and helpful tips throughout, each design is playful and full of movement that will withstand weather corrosion. Projects include flying ducks, mermaids, cyclists, and rowboats, pecking roosters, and more! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 176 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0080-0 • #00800 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available June 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Michael Screen is a secondary school teacher and toymaker, creating kinetic and automata wood projects. He is a member of the British Toymakers Guild, and is the author of Make Your Own Amazing Wood Toys. He resides in the UK.

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Making Charming Rag Rugs

15 Step-by-Step Projects For Hand-Crafted Rugs By Clare Hubbard •

Create beautiful throw rugs from scraps to utilize recycled materials, such as leftover fabric, old clothes, and household textiles

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A collection 15 original designs from talented rug crafters complete with step-by-step instructions, materials list, helpful illustrations, and photographs of each finished rug

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Learn all necessary techniques, such as hooking, prodding, braiding, and weaving

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Covers the basics, from preparing the rags to finishing, cleaning, and caring for the completed rugs

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Techniques are easy to learn, cost is minimal, and very little equipment is needed, making this book perfect for beginners and any crafter

Reuse and recycle old fabrics to create beautiful rag rugs! Learn simple techniques, from hooking to braiding, to create 15 charming rag rugs. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating illustrations, and high-quality photography of each completed design. Perfect for gifting or decorating your home, this project guide is an inspirational source to fall in love with a timeless craft as you recycle materials! Design Originals Paperback • 112 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4972-0456-0 • #DO5992 $14.99 US / $18.99 CAD Available March 2020

Contents

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Tools & Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Transferring the Rug Design . . . . . . . 12 Preparing Rags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Using a Stretcher Frame . . . . . . . . . . 14 Hooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Prodding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Clipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Braiding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Design your own Rug . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Finishing & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 How to use this Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Projects

Retro Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Lavender Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Amish no. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cream Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Colour Stripes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Braided Woolly Rug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Sardines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Shaggy Rug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Chevrons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Tulips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Devil Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Sun Rays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Hearts & Tulips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Sleight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 About the Contributors . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Suppliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

2 • Making Charming Rag Rugs

Amish Number 4 • Rug canvas 73 x 75cm (28¾ x 29½ in), 3 holes to 2.5cm (1in) • Steel ruler

the designs convey the impression of a serene and regular way of life. When looking through a book

• Rotary cutter

designs would transfer very successfully to hooked rag

• Cutting mat

rugs. This is one of the designs I chose to adapt. I used

• Blanket or newspaper • Water spray • Latex adhesive (optional)

D = 2.5cm (1in)

B = 72cm (28in)

F = 3.5cm (11⁄3in)

C = 3cm (1¼in)

E = 9.5cm (3¼in)

G = 41cm (16¼in)

lines, the geometric shapes and the colours used in

• Wool blanket-type fabric in brown, blue, purple, green and red

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A = 36cm (14¼in)

I have admired the designs and products of the Amish

• Lining material such as hessian, calico or a similar fabric, 80 x 80cm (31½ x 31½ in) • Dressmaker’s pins • Needle and strong sewing thread

• Rug size: 72 x 72cm

about Amish quilts, it occurred to me that many of the

two or three shades for each block of colour. This was purely a personal decision and not a design necessity for making the rug.

To neaten the rough edges at the top and bottom of the rug canvas, turn under a strip of three holes, making sure that the holes are in exactly the same place on both layers. Mark out the design on the rug canvas freehand, using the steel ruler and marker pen.

(28 x 28in)

• Technique: Hooking

Projects for Handcrafted Rugs • 9

(see pages 15–16)

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Super Simple Hand Lettering Projects Techniques and Craft Projects Using Hand Lettering By Kiley Bennett •

A hands-on calligraphy project book for practiced hand letterers to personalize gifts, decorate their homes, and let their skills shine

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Features a variety of projects to showcase your lettering artwork, from Christmas ornaments and cake toppers to inspirational signs and more

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Projects will vary on many different surfaces, such as paper, chalkboard, fabric, and wood, as well as how to digitize lettering and lettering in 3D

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Provides accessible, highly appealing project ideas for crafters to display, gift, or sell

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The perfect follow-up book to Kiley’s successful Super Simple Hand Lettering to inspire crafters on what to do next once they learn and master hand lettering

You love to letter and you have a favorite alphabet. Now, let your skills shine! Discover ways to hand letter on a variety of different surfaces and materials in order to create amazing works of art, whether you want to gift, sell, or decorate your home. From lettering on fabric and chalkboards to digitizing your calligraphy, this is the ultimate source of inspiration for passionate hand letterers!

What Is Hand Lettering, Anyway? Hand lettering is the art of drawing fancy letters. There are various ways to go about hand lettering. You could use a basic quill pen and a pot of ink, a permanent marker like a Sharpie, or my personal favorite: a brush pen!

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Using a Brush Pen A brush pen is like any marker or ink pen except for its special, flexible nib that bends with a slight bit of pressure. The amount of pressure you use determines how thick your strokes will be. It’s this flexibility that allows you to create beautiful brush lettering.

In this book, you’ll be using four different pens to achieve various looks. What differentiates these pens from one another, making each one special and unique, is what we call the “nib.” The nib is a fancy term for the tip of the pen. Most pens, like ballpoint or fine tip pens, have stiff nibs that create uniform lines. Those nibs are referred to as “monoline nibs.”

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Other pens, like brush pens, have flexible nibs that bend with pressure. That’s how brush pens create really beautiful letters with thick and thin strokes, making for eye-catching and impressive-looking lettering styles. Those nibs are called “brush nibs.”

Easy peasy! Every time your pen moves down, or toward your body, you should apply lots of pressure— press hard—to create a thick downstroke.

Make Your Own Mug

A combination of thick and thin strokes in a single letter creates the dramatic brush-lettered look. But how do you know where to make your strokes thick and where to make them thin?

Monoline nib lettering

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Yet another awesome gift idea, hand-lettered mugs are just plain fun to create! If you want to use the mug for drinking, make sure the mug is oven-safe so that you can “cure” the ink to make it food-safe and washable. Also make sure you use oil-based paint markers rather than normal permanent markers—only oil-based paint markers will set correctly and safely in an oven.

Every time your pen moves up, or away from your body, you should apply no extra pressure; just use the pointy tip of the pen to create a thin line for your upstroke. Depending on the size of the brush pen you’re using (whether it’s large or small), your different strokes will look more dramatic or more understated.

The top row of downstrokes in this image was created with a small brush pen. The bottom row of downstrokes was created with a large brush pen. See the difference? Brush nib lettering But don’t let the idea of downstrokes and upstrokes confuse or frustrate you! You make both of these strokes in your everyday handwriting with every letter and word you write. When hand lettering, your downstrokes and upstrokes should be where you naturally write.

You can also divide nibs by their size, small or large. So here are the four distinct nib types you’ll want to get cozy with: large and small brush nibs and large and small monoline nibs.

Super Simple Hand Lettering

Getting Started

7 Everyone will be jealous of your custom mug and beg you to make one for them!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kiley Bennett is a professional brush-lettering artist, teacher, podcaster, Etsy shop owner, and TombowUSA Brand Ambassador. She is the hand letterer and blogger behind Kiley in Kentucky (www.kileyinkentucky.com) and has a large following on Instagram. Kiley teaches hand lettering online via her YouTube channel, as well as in-person classes to students from around the world. She runs her business from her home in Southern Illinois. Though Kiley is no longer in Kentucky, she will always have a serious love for all things Bluegrass.

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❊❊ White or light-colored ceramic mug ❊❊ Permanent markers—normal markers to make non-food mugs, or oil-based paint markers to make food-safe mugs ❊❊ Paper towel ❊❊ Water (for normal markers) or rubbing alcohol (for oil-based markers) ❊❊ Oven (to make food-safe mugs)

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Watercolor Success in Four Steps 150 Skill-Building Projects to Paint By Marina Bakasova •

Learn to paint a variety of subjects with watercolor in 4 simple steps

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Understand the basics of watercolor painting with triedand-true techniques

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Contains 150 painting projects to choose from, including fruits, vegetables, jewels, sea animals, flowers, household items, and more

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Each project includes a sample selection of colors

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Perfect for beginning artists, no experience necessary

No experience needed! With Watercolor Success in Four Steps, you’ll learn to paint 150 objects, from fruits and flowers to animals, household items, and more! Understand the basics of watercolor with tried-and-true techniques and create beautiful watercolor paintings in just four simple steps! Design Originals Paperback • 176 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4972-0449-2 • #DO5985 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available January 2020

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a) neutral Black (whole beak + eye) dry

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claret (feathers + neck shading)

b) neutral Black (leg + beak details)

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b) Drops of Cadmium Yellow, Mars Brown + Cadmium Orange (over fruit + leaf)

Cadmium Yellow

Cadmium Orange

b) Mars Brown on dry (details + leaf shadow)

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claret

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Marina Bakasova is the HR Brand Ambassador of OBI Russia, a multinational home improvement supplies company. She resides in Moscow, Russia.

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Making Wow Jewelry

Techniques and Projects for Making a Statement By Gay Isber, Photography by Candice Ghai •

Fresh approach to DIY fashion jewelry-making

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Pretty, attention-grabbing statement jewelry that readers can make in one sitting

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Each project includes a full-page beauty shot, supply list, step-by-step photos, tips and tricks, a narrative about the piece, and creative variations

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Author is an award-winning jewelry designer and cable television personality with a big social media following

Make jewelry that will wow! This book will teach you how to make DIY fashion jewelry with a unique look and style. Packed with pretty, attention-grabbing statement jewelry projects that you can make yourself in one sitting, learn tons of jewelry-making techniques with step-by-step instructions, stunning photography, and expert tips from award-winning designer, Gay Isber. Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 176 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0002-2 • #00022 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available December 2019 Contents

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Gay Isber (aka “Sugar”) is is the creative force behind Gay Isber Designs, a jewelry and product design company based in Austin, Texas. Her pieces have been featured in national and international media, and have been worn by some of the world’s top celebrities. She has created more than 60,000 pieces of jewelry over the last 18 years, working with companies including Tiffany & Co., Proctor & Gamble, Harley Davidson, Martha Stewart, Pottery Barn, ET2C, Ivana Trump, Diane Gilman, Hot Topic, Samaco Trading, Liquidation Channel, Alexander Calder, and JM Jewels. She is a Platinum Plus Partner with Fire Mountain Gems and a vetted partner with Swarovski. More than 3,000 stores currently carry jewelry that she has designed. Sugar won Designer of the Year at both Houston and Dallas Fashion Weeks in 2016. Her show on the Liquidation Channel airs to four million people every two months.

Whether you are already an experienced jewelry maker or are just familiar with the basics, this book will help you develop the skills you need to make some truly eye-catching pieces. Other crafters will beg to know what techniques you used to create glimmering gem window charms, beetle wing–embedded bracelets, and crystalencrusted necklaces. Some projects in this book will teach you how to use new products you may have never heard of to achieve effects you didn’t think were possible, and some projects will just use tried-and-true materials and techniques in creative and intriguing ways. You can customize many of these projects to be more or less attention-grabbing, but even a small ring or a single bangle can have the wow factor that this book is all about. With projects ranging from earrings, necklaces, and rings to crowns, bracelets, and tassels, you’ll learn how to colorize crystals, incorporate feathers, create reusable molds, cast with resin, embed in clay, sew with wire, and more. Plus, throughout the jewelry glamor shots in this book, you’ll see a lot of extra pieces of jewelry that aren’t covered as stepby-step projects. But here’s the secret: by the time you learn all the techniques covered and make all the projects, you’ll be fully equipped to make these other pieces, too, or simply be inspired by them to make your own custom creations. You’ll be able to apply your new skills to create oodles of striking jewelry items and accessories. So read on to learn how you can make stunning, wearable works of art that will really make people say, “Wow!”

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13. Place the clay rope on the base of the headband, on top of the thermoplastic sheet, as shown .

16. Add any additional pigment powders and texture one last time to different clay areas for more depth and warmth . Use baby wipes to do a final cleanup of any clay on top of the gems. Allow the headband to cure for 24 hours or according to the manufacturer’s instructions . You now have a masterpiece!

Skill level: Advanced Time: 3 hours Safety notes: Work in a well-ventilated area; use caution when applying heat

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14. Press stones into the clay . Stick the butterflies’ wires into the clay, making sure that they are totally secure . When the clay cures, the springy wire will allow them to wiggle!

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You can create completely custom decorative dangles that are as shiny as they are stunning . This technique is only difficult because it does take practice to get the shapes right and the silver leaf smooth . Have fun coloring anything, including names, logos, fabric, or whatever inspires you . The silver will make the marker art glow, and the sealer will ensure you can wear it forever .

15. Once you are happy with the stones, add pieces of gold leaf to the clay . It helps to use a paintbrush to slightly push it in . Use the rest of the clay to add dimensional items like fiddleheads (visible in the next photo). Apply additional stones by using small bits of clay like an adhesive . Add texture by using any tool, like a pencil point, to poke the clay .

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◊ 12-gauge aluminum wire

◊ Sealing spray

◊ Flush cutters

◊ rhinestones and embellishments

◊ Beige thermoplastic sheet

◊ Heavy-duty craft glue (such as e6000)

◊ Markers

◊ Small drill bit (3/32"/2.4mm) and drill

◊ Scissors

◊ Jump rings

◊ Craft heat gun/embossing tool

◊ Chain

◊ Silver leaf

◊ Lobster clasp

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Upcycle with Country Design Style

30 Upcycling Projects for Furniture and Accessories to Beautify Your Home By Chaney, Jeanette •

Discover ways to repurpose and transform ordinary objects into gorgeous home décor

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Fill your home with one-of-a-kind, upcycled décor you create yourself instead of throwing items away or spending money

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Includes 30 DIY step-by-step projects using commonly found objects at thrift stores, yard sales, and landfills

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Projects include using everyday kitchen items, wood furniture, old books, garden tools, cereal boxes, jars, and more

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Author Jeanette Chaney is the founder and owner of Country Design Style

Beautiful décor doesn’t need to be bought! Repurpose old items into updated works of art with Upcycle with Country Design Style. From transforming spindles into candleholders and books into tabletops, discover 30 projects to get creative using items that don’t need to be thrown away after all. With step-by-step instructions and photography, give everyday items new life and fill your home with one-of-a-kind décor! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 188 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4971-0077-0 • #00770 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available May 2020

Contents Introduction Best places to find items to upcycle

UPCYCLE BY CATEGORY BOOKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 How to destroy a book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 How to make book pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 How to find books to upcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 PROJECTS Farmhouse style file box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Tabletop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Chalkboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

LIGHTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Strip the wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 PROJECTS Candleholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Wall hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Vase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

FRAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Is it glass or plastic? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Painting tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 PROJECTS Terrarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Layered photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Gallery walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

SPINDLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 How to find spindles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 PROJECTS Candleholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Towel bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Sailboat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Hanging light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

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WOOD FURNITURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Tips to upcycle wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Paint, Distressing, Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 PROJECTS Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Step stool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

KITCHEN ITEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 PROJECTS Three tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Vases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Garden edging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Cutting boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

UPCYCLED SEASONAL . . . . . . . . . .130 PROJECTS Plate snowman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Spindle ornament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Winter Lantern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

MISCELLANEOUS FINDS . . . . . . . .150 PROJECTS Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Garden tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Tool boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Suitcases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166

MISCELLANEOUS TRASH . . . . . . . 170 PROJECTS Cans, soda and veggie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Cereal boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Jeanette Chaney learned how to repair and build things at a young age, with her grandpa. Before starting her Country Design Style blog, she started a furniture and home decor business called Porch Decor. Through a love of animals, Jeanette founded the Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals in 2013. She gives 5% of all her website earnings to her local Humane Society in Peyson, Arizona.

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Making Picture Book Art Projects 15 Fun Lessons Inspired by Illustrators Kids Love By Addie Boswell •

A children’s project instruction book that shows kids how to draw and make art like their favorite picture book authors

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Projects contain artistic lessons and projects with step-bystep instructions, illustrations, and photography

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Teaches new techniques, alternative media, and outsidethe-box approaches to traditional illustration and story design

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Features classroom-tested, student-approved projects that can be completed in under an hour with simple, easy-tofind objects

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Interest ages 5-10

Fun and empowering, this creative project book shows children ages 5-10 how to draw and make art like their favorite picture book authors. Included are 15 fun step-by-step art projects that can be completed in less than an hour with objects you already own, focusing on a different award-winning, contemporary illustrator. Kids discover how the pros make their illustrations and will learn to apply those methods into their own characters, scenes, and stories.

DISPLAYING ART

RECYCLING ART

I’m a big fan of making a “gallery wall” and putting kids in charge of curating it. That way they decide what art is meaningful and can be recycled, saving you the choice. Galleries work well in rec rooms, hallways, or stairwells, or in kids’ rooms above their making space. Try out:

Knowing how things tend to sit in boxes for about twenty years, here are some other things you can do with the art you just can’t part with:

™ String and clothespins. Cheapest and easiest way around! ™ Ledges. You can find these at places like IKEA, but can also make your own to size with pieces of 1x4s and 1x2s

™ Wrapping paper. Early scribble drawings and large paintings make great wrapping paper. They can also be cut down into homemade cards and envelopes.

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™ Collage/scrapbook paper. Many early paintings are full of color and pattern. Cut off the edges and white sections and you’ll have started your collage box.

™ Cork and push pins. Rolls of cork are expensive, but small tacky sheets aren’t, and you can also often find large used corkboards secondhand. All of these can be painted with wall paint if you want them to blend in.

™ Gift extras. Keep favorite drawings around and stick them into the gifts you give to friends and family.

™ Magnet boards. If you don’t want to use your fridge, you can find sheet metal at Home Depot® or DIY it with old cookie sheets or jar lids. (Magnetic paint is a fun idea but rarely strong enough for anything heavier than paper.)

™ Wallpaper. If you have a prolific child, why not appoint a whole boring room or stairwell as the gallery? ™ A bound book. If you love your gadget, you might prefer to take photos of all the great art that comes through, and bind it into a keepsake book with resources like Shutterfly®, Snapfish, or iPhoto.

“With collages, you have to be flexible. Collage taught me how to live my life in a more flexible way.”

WORKING WITH GROUPS I have used many of these projects in school classrooms with pre-K through sixth graders. Though you won’t find a list of learning goals or standards listed inside, all these projects teach art techniques, media and vocabulary—and improve reading and visual literacy through the picture books, of course. If you’re working with more than two or three kids, here are some tips to make it easier:

Step Three If you’ve chosen all recycled objects, you can glue them down now, using Elmer’s glue or a glue gun. Show your portrait to your friends and family, telling them why you chose the different objects— or letting them guess.

™ Keep a stack of cheap plastic tablecloths to put down when using anything besides pencils. They never need to be cleaned, and you can toss them if they get holes. ™ Get kids involved in starting a STUFF box and keeping it filled. These jar lids were glued to a large sheet of acrylic to make a large magnet board.

™ Teach kids how to make fold-and-cut books. Once they learn, they can whip out little books for themselves whenever they feel the urge. ™ Make “Color Mix-Up” one of the first projects you do for the year: If every kid makes a couple small sheets, you will have made a year’s worth of collage paper for other projects.

WANT TO KEEP GOING?

™ To save money—and headaches—with glue bottles, buy a large bottle of Elmer’s or Mod Podge and dole it out into ready-to-use containers. Baby-food jars, miniature Tupperware®, and single-use paper cups are all a good size for kids to dip cotton buds into.

You can make multiple portraits of yourself because there are multiple sides to your personality. Could you make another portrait with completely different objects? What about making portraits of your family members and pets?

™ You can use the same technique as described in the bullet above with large quantities of paint. If using Tupperware, spritz the paint with water before you close up the lids and they should keep for months. You can also use a small spatula to return un-used paint to the original container. Good projects for pairs and groups include: Not That, Never Ending Line, Partner Pictures, Cities of Shapes, One Hundred Things, and Art in a Bag.

™ STArT YOur ArT | Displaying Art

Working with Groups ™

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Addie Boswell is an artist and writer based in Portland, OR. A popular muralist, Addie has created more than twenty public pieces in paint, paper, and metal for schools, hospitals, libraries, and non-profits. She often works with local artists, art committees, and hundreds of kids and adults when making murals. Author of The Rain Stomper, her writing has won two Oregon Literary Fellowships, an Oregon Arts Commission grant, an Oregon Spirit Award, and a Caldera Artist Residency.

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Make portraits of your family!

Object Portraits ™

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Extreme Color-by-Number: Landscapes By Camille de Montmorillon •

An intricately designed color by numbers coloring book for adults

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Features 24 challenging landscape portraits to color in according to number, from relaxing beaches and snowy cabins to majestic mountain ranges and waterfalls

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Designs are hidden and slowly reveal themselves as more color is added to the page

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Numbered palettes provided in the margins for all landscapes

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Coloring pages are printed on a single side of thick, highquality paper with perforated edges to be easily removed for display

From majestic mountain ranges and winding river valleys to peaceful seaside villages, enter a coloring journey around the world with 24 challenging color by number landscape scenes! The perfect balance of relaxation and focus for adults, each gorgeous yet hidden landscape will slowly reveal itself as you add more color from the palette provided for you, so all you have to do is bring it to life! Design Originals Paperback • 24 pages • 9” x 9” 978-1-4972-0450-8 • #DO5986 $9.99 US / $11.99 CAD Available December 2019

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Camille de Montmorillon has published several color-bynumber books. She resides in France.

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Hidden Language of Flowers A Coloring Compendium By Valentina Harper •

A unique coloring exploration of finding the symbolism and meaning in flowers

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Discover flowers’ secret meanings; white oak for independence, snowdrops for hope, roses for love, and many more

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Filled with full-spread coloring challenges, as well as interactive activities, drawing pages, and reflectional prompts

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Perfect for adult coloring artists and crafters

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Written by Valentina Harper, author of the best-selling Creative Coloring series

Color in a way you never have before! This amazing yet secretive coloring experience will reveal the hidden meaning of dozens of beautiful flowers. Travel back to the Victorian era when flowers were carefully selected and sent as messages and learn what each one truly represents. With full-spread coloring challenges, as well as drawing pages, reflectional prompts, and interactive activities interspersed throughout, Hidden Language of Flowers is a must-have coloring exploration! Design Originals Paperback • 128 pages • 10” x 10” 978-1-4972-0452-2 • #DO5988 $17.99 US / $21.99 CAD Available March 2020

The olive branch is a symbol of peace. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Artist and graphic designer Valentina Harper is the author of the bestselling Creative Coloring series from Fox Chapel Publishing. Her original prints, paintings, and drawings can be found in licensed consumer products, commissioned works, and her Etsy.com store. Valentina uses black ink and other mediums to create flowing, intricate, and highly detailed patterns. Her artwork is characterized by a fantastical, dreamlike appearance, expressed in digital drawings, mixed media, and pen and ink illustrations.

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The Best-Selling Coloring Book Series with Millions of Copies Sold! •

Brand new additions to the successful Notebook Doodles series by popular coloring artist, Jess Volinski

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Each book consists of 32 uplifting and self-esteem building designs to color, from unicorns and rainbows to encouraging quotes

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Includes basic coloring techniques, fully colored examples, and suggested color palettes, as well as creative fill-in prompts and inspirational sentiments

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Printed on high-quality, extra thick paper to resist bleed through for a variety of art materials, such as colored pencils, markers, crayons, gel pens, or watercolors

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Designs are printed on one side of each perforated page for easy removal and display

Uplifting, magical, and confidence-boosting, these two new coloring books for ‘tweens are each filled with 32 designs and sentiments waiting to be brought to life from talented artist Jess Volinski. With empowering art activities for young girls, Jess also includes instructions on basic coloring techniques, fully colored examples, and motivational quotes to go with every design.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR An experienced book illustrator and designer, Jess Volinski currently creates illustrations and surface designs for the publishing, fashion, tableware, and stationery industries. Her characteristically vibrant designs are ideal for coloring books. Jess is married to Erik DePrince, the artist behind Design Originals Manga to the Max coloring book series. Jess and Erik live in New Jersey and are the parents of two pre-teen children.

Notebook Doodles Unicorns

Notebook Doodles Girl Power!

By Jess Volinski

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Keepsake Kitties Coloring Book By Oxana Zaika •

New coloring book artist with a distinctive look and a fresh new style

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Whimsical grinning cats with rich detail and unique, hidden scenes to color and reveal

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Adult coloring book, appropriate for all ages

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Coloring guides offer suggested color palettes and fully colored examples

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Printed one side only on archival-grade, acid-free, 200-year paper

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Each perforated page detaches easily for gifting or display

These cute cats aren’t just adorable—they’re unforgettable! Each of the purr-fect felines in this new coloring book is filled with ingenious and delicate detail. Imaginative Russian/French artist Oxana Zaika presents dozens of memorable kitties to color with markers, colored pencils, watercolors, or gel pens. Oxana offers tips on basic art techniques, from patterning and combinations to shading and color theory. Handy coloring guides include suggested color palettes and fully colored examples. Design Originals Paperback • 80 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4972-0459-1 • #DO5995 $9.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available November 2019

“If your knees aren’t green by the end of the day, you ought to seriously re‑examine your life.” —Bill Watterson

©Oxana Zaika, From Keepsake Kitties Coloring Book © Design Originals, www.D-Originals.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR A Russian-born artist living in France, Oxana Zaika is noted for her ingenious illustrations of cats and other animals. Her folk style and use of fantastic detail reveal an artistic imagination comparable to the great Russian/ French modernist painter Marc Chagall. Bold designs and bright colors make her work perfect for coloring book enthusiasts. She practices several different painting techniques and uses oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. A graduate of the Institute of Fine Arts in Moscow, her paintings hang in numerous galleries around the world.

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Reflections: Birds and Animals Coloring Book By Art House Design •

An exciting coloring experience of various animals and birds, from dolphins and owls to deer, butterflies, eagles, and more

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Contains 32 intricate designs to color

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Some designs span as full-page spreads

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Pages are perforated for easy removal and display

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Some colored examples provided for inspiration

Reflections B i rd s

and Anim

als Coloring Book

Take a walk among owls, flamingos, cheetahs, butterflies, and so many more beautiful animals! Reflections: Birds and Animals Coloring Book is filled with 32 stunning designs to color into life, some designs even spanning across as a full-page spread! With a few colored examples to get you inspired before you begin coloring, capture the essence of each animal as you relax and let your creativity flow! Pages are perforated for easy removal and display. Design Originals Paperback • 80 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-4972-0461-4 • #DO5997 $9.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available December 2019

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” Albert Einstein

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Country Garden Coloring Book

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A calming coloring experience of various country garden scenes

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Contains 32 intricate designs to color

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Includes some hidden objects and animals within each design to reveal as you color

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Pages are perforated for easy removal and display

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Some colored examples provided for inspiration

IN D

B ON U

By Kathy Ahrens

IN SIDE

Tranquil, peaceful, and humble, Country Garden Coloring Book is filled with 32 stunning designs to color into life. You’ll even discover and reveal hidden objects and animals within each design. With some colored examples to get you inspired before you begin coloring, capture the essence of calm country gardens and let your creativity flow as you relax and unwind! Pages are perforated for easy removal and display.

Kathy Ahrens

• A SEEK & FIND COLORING BOOK •

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Shading, Blending, and Detailing I love to shade and blend my colors, and sometimes those subtle effects can really make a difference. I tend to shade when using colored pencils. I often use the same color, but in the areas where I want to see a little more definition, I will go over the specific area repeatedly until I see the depth of color desired. You don’t need to press hard with colored pencils to achieve a more vivid color—simply repeat your strokes until the color begins to deepen, and your results will be stunning. I tend to blend when using alcohol-based markers. When it comes to flowers, I love to put a variety of colors in my petals. I will choose a base color and one or two shades that are lighter than

This abstract square tile was colored and shaded with colored pencils.

the base color. First, cover the entire petal with the lightest shade, then gently add the next shade on part of the petal, and finally add the darkest. My darkest area will be the part of the petal that I want to accent. If desired, you can use a colorless blending marker to create an even more seamless, blended effect. Another wonderful way to add detail is by using a white gel pen. Sometimes a few dots or swirls can really bump up the quality of an image, bringing new details to life. Or you can add whole new intricate designs on top of the art rather than subtle details. It’s totally up to you!

On this mixed media piece, I added vivid swirls with white gel pen.

1. First apply the lightest color all over the leaf.

2. Add the next darkest color to part of the leaf.

3. As you can see, I’m adding darker green to the bottom half of each leaf segment.

4. Accent the leaf by filling in the veins with the darkest color

for contrast.

You can see how opaque the white gel pen is, making it really pop.

5. Look how much smoother the color transitions become after using

a colorless blender.

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Creative Block Quilts

10 Gorgeous Quilts to Make from One Simple Block By Linda Hahn and Deborah G. Stanley •

Work with one magical block to create 10 beautiful quilts

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Each quilting project includes step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions and helpful diagrams and illustrations

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Learn how to incorporate a partially foundation-pieced component into a regular pieced quilt

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Build your skills and practice different techniques with each quilt that increases in difficulty

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Written by independent designer, Deborah G. Stanley, and award-winning quilting author Linda J. Hahn

See what one simple block can really do! Creative Block Quilts will further your skills as you work with one magical block to create 10 beautiful quilts that require different techniques. With step-bystep instructions for each quilting project that slowly progresses in difficulty, you’ll learn how to incorporate a partially foundationpieced component into a regular pieced quilt. Landauer Paperback • 72 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-947163-34-8 • #348 $18.99 US / $23.99 CAD Available March 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Linda J. Hahn is a National Quilting Association (NQA) Certified Teacher and former NQA Teacher of the Year. Her bestselling quilting books have won multiple Independent Publishers Book Awards with Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals. Linda was named “New Jersey All Star Quilter” by the State Quilt Guild of New Jersey, and has been nominated three times for Professional Quilter magazine’s Teacher of the Year Award. Her work has been published in numerous national quilting magazines. Linda designs quilt patterns for RJR Fabrics and Clothworks, Inc., and markets her own quilt patterns under the name Frog Hollow Designs. She actively lectures and presents workshops for shows and guilds throughout North America.

Deborah G. Stanley is an independent designer, whose work has been published in many magazines, including Quilt magazine, Love of Quilting, Modern Patchwork, American Quilter, and Quilter’s World. She has designed consumer projects for several fabric companies, including Northcott, RJR, and Elizabeth’s Studio. Her specialty is simple, easy-tocomplete sewing and quilting projects, especially lap quilts and handbags.

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Fearless with Fabric Fresh Quilts from Traditional Blocks An Inspiring Guide to Making 13 Quilt Projects By Sarah J. Maxwell •

A must-have project book for dedicated and intermediate quilters to quilt outside of their comfort zone and build confidence

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Learn to transfer traditional blocks to modern quilts

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Includes step-by-step projects to combine fabrics from different lines and genres to encourage mixing and matching

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Provides 4 sidebar features for every pattern to boost confidence: Leap of Faith suggestions, Confidence Booster tips, alternative digital colorations, and Fearless Takeaways lists

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Written by Aurifil designer, and fabric and pattern designer for Studio 37 Fabrics, Sarah J. Maxwell

Quilt outside of your comfort zone! This must-have project book is designed to build your confidence as a dedicated or intermediate quilter and will inspire you to transfer your traditional blocks to beautiful modern quilts. Including step-by-step projects that combine fabrics from different lines and genres with clear guidelines to encourage mixing and matching, you’ll no longer fear the play between fabrics and colors! For each pattern, there are four sidebar features to experiment with; Leap of Faith suggestions, Confidence Booster tips, alternative digital colorations, and Fearless Takeaways lists. Written by an Aurifil designer, Sarah J. Maxwell is the perfect teacher to help you reach your fullest quilting potential! Landauer Paperback • 160 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-947163-23-2 • #232 $21.99 US / $26.99 CAD Available December 2019

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Sarah J. Maxwell is a talented fabric and pattern designer for Studio 37 Fabrics, a division of Marcus Fabrics, with countless quilts to her credit. Her work has been featured regularly in both McCall’s Quilting and McCall’s Quick Quilts. Sarah’s quilts have also appeared in Make Modern, Simply Moderne, American Patchwork Quilting, Quilts & More, and many other magazines. Her Morse code quilt, A Message in the Dark, was juried into QuiltCon 2016.

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Know Your Battings Carry-along Reference Guide By Krista Moser •

Pocket-sized guide to always choosing the right battings

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Great to avoid common mistakes and use different battings correctly

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Over 50 pages of terminology definitions and charts of helpful tips

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Written by a professional machine quilter, instructor, and quilt maker Debbi Trevino, who has spent 18 years researching battings

Choose appropriate batting, know how to use it correctly, and avoid common mistakes with this resourceful pocket-sized guide, Know Your Battings. Containing over 50 pages of terminology definitions and charts listing retailer batting names, finishes, roll widths, stitch spaces, recommended quilting comments, and so much more, you won’t want to start another project without this guide. Take it with you to the store so you get the right batting every time, resulting in a quilt you’ll love! Landauer Paperback • 56 pages • 4” x 6” 978-1-947163-25-6 • #256K $8.50 US / $9.99 CAD Available March 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Krista Moser is a machine quilter, pattern designer, and fiber arts enthusiast. She offers classes, tutorials, and her patterns on her The Quilted Life website, www.kristamoser.com.

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Hexagon Star Quilts

100 English Paper Pieced Star Patterns to Piece and Appliqué By Cathy Perlmutter •

A scrap and precut-friendly guide to 100 English paper pieced star block patterns that fit inside a hexagon, from classic style to modern and quirky

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Contains clear directions for English paper piecing both by hand and by machine

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Offers readers a huge selection of star patterns with a variety of choices for a smooth piecing experience with minimal guesswork

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Includes 7 projects (4 relatively small, 3 large) with complete step-by-step instructions, photography, and helpful diagrams and illustrations

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Readers will also learn how to design their own quilt for total creative freedom

Discover a world of 100 English paper pieced star block patterns that fit inside a hexagon, from classic style to modern and quirky! Either by hand or machine, learn and practice English paper piecing using scraps or precuts, and choose from a wide selection of star patterns for a smooth piecing experience – with minimal guesswork! Put it all together with 7 stunning quilt projects that contain clear, step-bystep directions, coordinating diagrams and illustrations, and beautiful photography. Landauer Paperback • 128 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-947163-35-5 • #355H $21.99 US / $26.99 CAD Available March 2020

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Cathy Perlmutter is an award-winning journalist, writer and editor, as well as a quilter. Her editorial experience includes a decade as a senior editor with Prevention Magazine. She has published articles in national magazines ranging from Good Housekeeping to Organic Gardening. Since discovering quilting, she has combined her two passions, words and fiber. Her quilting articles have appeared in Quilters Newsletter Magazine, Quilt Life, and other publications. Cathy lives in California.

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Beginner’s Guide to Punch Needle Projects 25 Accessories and Decorations to Embroider in Relief By Juliette Michelet •

Fast and easy to do, learn the fun craft of punch needle with an introduction to learn all the basic notions and techniques

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Contains 25 colorful and lively creations to make, wear, and decorate your home

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Provides clear, step-by-step instructions and high-quality photography

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Features a wide variety of unique projects, including gift tags, pillows, mushroom décor, a hedgehog toy, stand-up houses, and more

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Author Juliette Michelet is an embroiderer, crafter, punch needle artist, and contributor for Marie Claire Idées

With just a few affordable tools, materials, and Beginner’s Guide to Punch Needle Projects, anyone can learn and enjoy the art of punch needle. Featuring 25 step-by-step colorful and fun projects for unique home décor, pillows, gift tags, toys, and more, this book will show you all of the essential techniques as you create a collection of playful punch needle masterpieces! Landauer Paperback • 96 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-947163-32-4 • #324 $14.99 US / $18.99 CAD Available January 2020

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Dutch Oven and Cast Iron Cooking, Revised and Expanded Third Edition 125+ Tasty Recipes for Indoor & Outdoor Cooking By Anne Schaeffer •

A complete cookbook to delicious cast iron skillet and Dutch oven recipes

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Includes over 125 recipes for breakfast, breads, main dishes, side dishes, and desserts

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Provides easy-to-follow instructions for both indoor and outdoor cooking methods

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Contains delicious campfire recipes for Cider Beef Stew, Fireside Sloppy Joes, Berry Crumble, One-Pan Brownies, and so much more

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Updated edition features 20 new recipes, plus 25 camping hacks and a basic packing list

Newly expanded with 20 more cast iron skillet and Dutch oven recipes, this is the ultimate guide to indoor and outdoor cooking! With over 125 campfire recipes, Dutch Oven and Cast Iron Cooking serves up tasty dishes everyone will love, from breakfast and breads to dinner entrees and desserts. Also included are 25 camping hacks and tips, plus a basic packing list! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 208 pages • 7.5” x 9” 978-1-4971-0101-2 • #01012 $17.99 US / $21.99 CAD Available December 2019

Breakfast

Simple Dutch Oven Omelet Ingredients

›› 10 large eggs ›› 2 C. milk ›› 1 C. grated Parmesan cheese ›› 1 C. diced cooked ham

›› 1/4 C. finely chopped

fresh flat-leaf parsley ›› 1 tsp. salt ›› Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Beat the eggs in a large bowl and whisk in the milk. Stir in the cheese, diced ham and parsley. Season with the salt and pepper.

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On the Stove and in the Oven Preheat oven to 375°F. Meanwhile, place Dutch oven on stovetop over medium heat. Lightly grease the oven with olive oil if you like. When hot, pour egg mixture into Dutch oven. Transfer to center rack in oven to bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until the top is slightly golden and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.

DUTCH OVEN & CAST IRON COOKING

Old-Fashioned Pork Roast Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Ingredients

›› 1 (2 to 3 lb.) boneless

›› ›› ›› ››

pork loin roast 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. seasoned salt 1 onion

›› 1 T. olive oil ›› 2 1/2 tsp. minced garlic ›› 1 T. Kitchen Bouquet Browning

& Seasoning Sauce ›› 2 T. cornstarch

Preparation

Cut off excess fat from roast. Season all sides of pork with salt, pepper and seasoned salt. Thinly slice onion.

On the Stove and in the Oven

10"

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

with lid

Anne Schaeffer fell in love with cooking when she was a little girl helping her grandmother make Christmas cookies. She has followed her culinary passion and is the author of Dump Cake Magic and other cookbooks from Fox Chapel Publishing.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Meanwhile, place Dutch oven on stovetop over medium-high heat and add oil. When hot, brown roast on all sides. Add onion and garlic; sauté until tender. Mix Kitchen Bouquet with 2 cups water; pour water mixture into Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Cover pot and remove from heat. Place Dutch oven on lower rack in oven. Cook for 1 hour or until a meat thermometer reaches 145°F, turning roast after 30 minutes. Remove roast to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Let meat stand 15 minutes before slicing. To make gravy, set Dutch oven on stovetop over medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup cold water and cornstarch. Whisk cornstarch mixture into drippings in pot; boil and stir until thickened.

Ingredients

›› Whole wheat bread ›› Mayo ›› Tomatoes

Recipe

›› Cooked bacon ›› Lettuce leaves

Directions Grease a pie iron and put a bread slice inside; smear with a little mayo. Slice tomatoes and add a couple slices to the bread. Add bacon before covering with another bread slice. Squeeze the iron shut, trim bread and hold in hot coals until toasted on both sides.

Over the Fire (22+ hot coals)

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with lid

Spread hot coals in flat layer underneath Dutch oven. Heat oil and brown roast on all sides. Add onion and garlic; sauté until tender. Mix Kitchen Bouquet with 2 cups water. Pour water mixture into Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Cover pot with lid. Rearrange about 1/2 hot coals to make cooking ring underneath Dutch oven; place remaining hot coals on lid. Cook about 1 hour or until a meat thermometer reaches 145°F, turning roast after 30 minutes. Rotate pot and lid several times during cooking and replenish coals on top and bottom as needed to maintain cooking temperature. Remove roast to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Let meat stand 15 minutes before slicing. To make gravy, transfer several coals from lid to cooking ring underneath Dutch oven and follow On the Stove and in the Oven directions above.

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Toasty BLT

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Preheat and oil Dutch oven to 375°F using 11 coals under the oven and 17 coals on the lid. This will brown the top of the omelet. When hot, pour egg mixture into the Dutch oven. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is slightly golden and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. When you see steam coming out from under the lid, you know it is done. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.

MaIN DIsHes

Over the Fire (28 hot coals)

12"

with lid

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Canning Essentials

Jam-Packed with Essential Tools, Techniques, and Recipes for Fruits, Veggies, Jams, Pickles, Salsa, and More By Jackie Callahan Parente •

A complete, detailed guide to home food preservation

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Provides different methods for canning and freezing produce, including high- and low-acid canning, and the differences between water-bath versus pressure canning

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Includes more than 50 recipes for homemade jam, jelly, salsa, pickles, relishes, and more

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Contains helpful charts throughout to thoroughly detail methods, timings, temperatures, and equipment

The Canning Process Overview

A complete, go-to beginner’s guide to food preservation, Canning Essentials will take you step-by-step through the processes of canning fruit and other produce, as well as how to make homemade jelly. From canning vegetables to preparing 50 delicious recipes for homemade jam, salsa, and relish, book simplifies processescanning and pressure canning While thethis differences betweenthe water-bath of pressure canning, water-bath canning, and more so that even safety and investment in equipment, the actual steps are very similar. today’s busiest people can find time to do it themselves in a way that’s best for them! Fox Chapel Publishing Paperback • 176 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-4971-0100-5 • #01005 $15.99 US / $19.99 CAD Available December 2019

are significant in terms of food

1. Prepare your workspace. An important part of that preparation is making sure that everything is as clean as you can make it. You don’t need to sterilize your kitchen, but you need to eliminate as many microorganisms as possible.

2. Gather and thoroughly clean your canning utensils (funnel, jar and lid lifters, bubble probe, headspace measure). Depending on what you are canning, this will also include such items as the cutting board, colander, blanching basket, food mill or strainer, ladles, large slotted spoons, bowls, clean cloths and towels, hot pads, timer or clock, and sharp knives. Contents

Here are a few questions to ask yourself as you get ready: • What do you want to can? • Where will you get it? • When will you can it? • How will you can it? See the sidebar “Water-Bath Versus Pressure Canning” for help deciding. • Do you have the equipment that you need? (The next section goes into details about the supplies that you’ll need for canning. It’s really pretty inexpensive.) • Do you have a tested recipe, and do you understand it? If you’re using the recipes in this book, you’ll know that they are all tested and safe, and (I hope) easy to follow. If you’re not using the provided recipes, and you have any concern about whether a recipe of your own is tested and safe, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service. • Do you have all of the ingredients needed? If the recipe calls for water or salt, use soft or distilled water and canning/pickling salt. The minerals in hard water and the additives in some table salt can cause the liquid in your canned product to become cloudy—this isn’t harmful, but it is a bit unappetizing.

WATER-BATH VERSUS PRESSURE CANNING

Here’s how water-bath canning differs from pressure canning: • Water-bath canning involves processing jars in boiling water, which at sea level, reaches a temperature of 212 degrees Fahrenheit, sufficient to kill all molds and yeasts, as well as some bacteria. You use a large covered pot (canner) that has a rack to keep the jars off the bottom of the pot and away from each other. • Pressure canning involves processing jars in pressurized steam, which at sea level, reaches a temperature of 240 degrees Fahrenheit, sufficient to kill all molds and yeasts, and all bacteria and bacterial spores. You use a specially designed pressure canner, which is capable of forming a tight seal and thus raising the pressure of the steam within.

Introduction

3. Check your canner and make sure that all parts are in good working order.

Equipment

Chapter 2

Freezing: Flexible Food Preservation

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4. For water-bath canners, add hot water to a level that will cover the jars, and start to Fresh Take on a Favorite Pastime 34 heat. The water should be simmering (not boiling) when you place the jars inCanning: the Abath. The chart below tells you when you should use water-bath canning and when you should use pressure canning. FOOD

If you are new to canning, you can get up and running with a fairly minimal investment. The equipment falls into the following categories: canners; utensils; jars, lids, and bands; and normal kitchen supplies.

Canners

Chapter 1

Planning for Success

Fruits

WATER-BATH PRESSURE CANNING CANNING

YES

COMMENTS

Chapter 3

Water-bath canning is the logical choice, but pressure canning can be used for

some fruits. (See the appendix.) Figs are borderline in acidity. For them, use only

As we’ve mentioned before, there are two basic types of canners: water-bath canners for high-acid foods, and pressure canners for low-acid foods. Both work like your other kitchen stockpots, heating the water on your stovetop. They are very large covered kettles (we’ll use the words kettle and pot interchangeably), with oversized, flat bottoms. Before you invest in a large canner, make sure that your stovetop can accommodate it. The canner you choose should be no more than 4 inches in diameter larger than the diameter of your burner (with an overhang of 2 inches on either side). Traditional electric coil stovetops require flat-bottomed pots, while gas burners can accommodate either flat-bottomed or ridged pots. Some of the new cook surfaces, such as convection or ceramic, may not be suitable for such large pots. Be sure to check your stovetop manufacturer’s recommendations to be sure that your canner is compatible with your stovetop.

recipes that add acid to lower the pH.

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Jams, Jellies, and More

Jams, jellies, salsas

YES

See chapter 5, but generally jams, jellies,

Meat products, stews, soups, and so on

YES

You must use pressure canning, as well as

and salsas are high-acid and easily processed by water-bath canning. tested and approved recipes, when canning

PREPARING JARS, LIDS, AND BANDS Tomatoes

anything with meat.

YES, see comments

YES

Some new hybrids, as well as overly ripe

Pickles, Relishes, Salsas, and Such

tomatoes, can be marginal in their acidity. Most water-bath canning recipes will call

for adding acid (usually bottled lemon or

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citric acid). Tomato sauce, tomato juice, stewed tomatoes, or other combinations of tomatoes with low-acid vegetables

YES, see comments

YES

Follow recipes carefully to ensure that you maintain the proportions and therefore the acid level. For example, if you increase

Whether your jars are new or used, follow these steps to prepare them for canning: the amount of onion, pepper, or garlic, the overall acidity may fall and the pH level

may rise above 4.6—the measurement for low-acid foods.

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Equipment 21

Canning Essentials

1. Check each jar carefully for chips ABOUT THE AUTHOR or cracks. your finger around Jackie Callahan Parente is aRun freelance writer living in the a suburb outside Hartford, top edge to make sure it is Connecticut. She’s worked with words as perfectly smooth. Even a little chip writer, editor, tech writer, and food writer can prevent proper sealing and for more years than she’d care to admit. Food writing blends herthe lovefood of words with her cause to spoil. passion and pleasure in gardening, cooking, home 2.and Select the correct size of band food preservation, and eating locally sustainably. A member of Slow Food USA and Canning Across America, to Canning for the she jars brings that you are using. Essentials experience garnered over several decades of preserving Bands should be clean and free food at home. In addition to this book, she authors a popular food from rust, but they do not blog (Raspberries, Rabbits, and Rutabagas), and offers classes in need to home food preservation. be sterilized.

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Preserving the Season

90 Delicious Recipes for Jams, Jellies, Preserves, Chutneys, Pickles, Curds, Condiments, Canning & Dishes Using Them By Mary Tregellas •

An essential guide for gardeners who grow more produce and herbs than they know what to do with

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A collection of over 90 easy-to-follow recipes for jams, jellies, marmalades, pickles, chutneys, ketchup, cordials, vinegars, oils, and even liqueurs and breads

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Also included are recipes that use your homemade preserves as ingredients

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Anecdotes, literary quotes, and historical fun facts interspersed throughout for a fun, engaging read

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Contains helpful tips, variations, and sentimental notes for each recipe

An inspiring collection of more than 90 recipes for jams, jellies, chutneys, curds, and so much more, Preserving the Season is an excellent resource for any gardener. Also included are easy-to-follow recipes that use your homemade preserves as ingredients! With charming, personal anecdotes from the author, helpful tips and variations, and historical fun facts interspersed throughout, this delightful guide is an engaging and insightful source of inspiration from start to finish! IMM Lifestyle Books Paperback • 192 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-5048-0122-5 • #01225 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available December 2019

A proper Devonshire Cream Tea You will need • Scones freshly baked (page 186) • Clotted cream in liberal quantities (or heavy cream) • Homemade jam strawberry for preference (page 26), with raspberry a close second (page 24) • A large pot of leaf tea freshly brewed

My culinary roots are pretty confused. Part of me hankers after goulash, sauerkraut, and yeasted cakes filled with poppy seeds and dark plum paste; but I can’t escape the fact that my tastebuds received their early education in the south-west of England, home of the cream tea. “Give ‘em a Gurt Big Dollop” was the 1970s slogan of Devon’s dairy marketing board, advertised in huge letters on the sides of double-decker buses, urging people to pile on the (clotted) cream. Clotted cream is made in the West Country and until relatively recently, most of it stayed there, although you could order it by post if you were in the know. Nowadays it is available in many supermarkets, though you can still have it mailed direct from the farm. For me, the best clotted cream must be thick, supremely unctuous, yet grainy, and with a decent crust on top. It has a very high fat content (minimum 55%). Don’t let that bother you, though. This is the stuff of treats, not for everyday. If you cannot get hold of clotted cream, use the thickest, unsweetened, heavy cream you can find (whipped cream is not dense enough). Or try beating together one part mascarpone to two parts thick, heavy cream with a tiny bit of confectioner’s sugar. And now to the cream tea: served in any number of cafés and teashops in the UK, all too often it falls short of expectations. The worst and most widely perpetrated crime is to skimp on the amount of jam and cream. The best ones come with mountains of the stuff—a school friend once took me to a teashop on Dartmoor, warning me with delight, “They challenge you to finish the cream.” If you can find such a place, that’s wonderful. But I believe the best cream teas are made at home. Get out your best china. Take the tea with milk. Spread the jam and cream on your scones as generously as you like. The Devonian way is to put the cream on the scone first and the jam on top. The Cornish do it the other way around. Either way, you won’t be needing dinner.

Introduction ................................................. 6

CONTENTS

Preserving the seasons ................................. 8 Useful equipment ......................................... 11 A note on ingredients ................................... 15 General preserving tips ................................ 16

LUSCIOUS .................................. 20 JUICY .......................................... 44 CRUNCHY .................................. 58 TANGY ........................................ 72 TROPICAL .................................. 92 WHOLESOME ............................ 104

8 PRESERVING

AROMATIC ................................ 118

9 THE

SEASON

PRESERVING

THE

SEASON

WILD ........................................... 146 INTOXICATING ........................ 160 DAILY BREAD ........................... 172 Index............................................................. 190 Acknowledgements ...................................... 192

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PRESERVING

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Mary Tregellas acquired a garden with a prolific greengage plum tree some years ago. Since then she has been quietly honing her preserving skills in her small kitchen in southwest London. She produces artisan-made preserves for friends and family (and other loyal customers), and sells her produce at local fairs.

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Grilling Essentials

Essential Tools, Techniques, and 100 Recipes for Appetizers, Main Dishes, and Sides By Editors of Creative Homeowner •

A must-have guide to mastering the grill

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Contains information on crucial tools and techniques, including searing, smoking, and grilling different kinds of meats and foods

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Features 100 recipes for appetizers, entrees, and side dishes, from salmon skewers to spiced cranberry wings

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Helpful meat temperature charts, grill safety tips, expert secrets, and much more provided

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Includes high-quality photography, some photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions, and celebrity quotes throughout

Become a grill master! A complete guide to grilling tools and techniques, as well as 100 savory recipes for the grill – from spiced cranberry wings to smoked beef brisket – this is a must-have resource to learn how to grill like a pro! Also included are helpful meat temperature charts, grill safety tips, clear guidance on grilling, searing, smoking meat, and much more. Creative Homeowner Paperback • 176 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-58011-852-1 • #8521 $15.99 US / $19.99 CAD Available December 2019

Contents CHAPTER 1 8

GRILL SMARTS: BUY, MAINTAIN, AND SAFELY USE YOUR GRILL

CHAPTER 2 24

PRO TOOL TIPS

CHAPTER 3 40

SEAR IT, GRILL IT, SMOKE IT

CHAPTER 4 54

SAFE HEAT: TEMPERATURE GUIDELINES

CHAPTER 5 92

APPETIZERS

CHAPTER 6 132 MAIN DISHES

CHAPTER 7 168 SIDES

BBQ CHUCK STEAK 4–6 SERVINGS

1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 3/4- to 1-inch-thick slices

MARINADE 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup ketchup 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Combine marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Place steak and 1 cup of marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat. Refrigerate remaining marinade. Close bag securely. Marinate steak in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. Remove steak; discard marinade. Place steak on the grill over medium heat. Grill, uncovered, 15 to 18 minutes for medium-rare to medium, turning occasionally. Place refrigerated marinade in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally. Cut steak into serving-size pieces. Serve with sauce.

Appetizers

TIPS & TRICKS FOR SMOKED BEEF BRISKET

• PREP: 20 MIN. • MARINATE: 6 HR.–OVERNIGHT • GRILL: 15 MIN. Cooking brisket is more about technique than a recipe. Seasoning isn’t as important as how you actually smoke the brisket. Yes, it affects the final result but not as much as the smoking process. When shopping, look for a whole brisket, which is comprised of two muscles— the point and the flat. You want even thickness from side to side on the flat end, as well as a flexible flat. Looking at a top-down view of the brisket with the flat facing up, you should see the point sticking out from under the flat on the right side. Notice how the grain of the flat runs diagonally to the upper left corner.

Once cooked, you will slice perpendicular to the grain.

HOT tip! Some people either cut a notch or stick a toothpick in this corner, so that they know which direction to slice once cooked.

Make sure that you have planned for your brisket. Cooking a brisket takes time. Even at hotter cooking temperatures of 275°F to 325°F, it can still be 7–8 hours to cook with a 4-hour hold. Add that

Weights can vary depending on the beef’s breed, age and other factors, but we suggest looking for a 12- to 15-pound brisket. Appetizers

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Black Belt Judo

Mastering the Fundamental Principles of Throwing and Grappling for all Students By Neil Olhenkamp •

A complete handbook to the discipline, art, form, and grace of this timeless, humbling sport

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Describes the philosophical and technical foundations of martial arts to refine your technique and gain a deeper understanding and level of respect

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Includes step-by-step instructions and hundreds of color photos to show advanced grappling and self-defense techniques to help those preparing for a black belt test both mentally and physically

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Learn to add power and grace to improve your skills, and execute both basic and advanced hip, hand, leg throws, and much more

Physical as it is mental and moral, Judo is about respect, humility, and discipline. Written by master coach and 6th-degree black belt, Neil Ohlenkamp brings you Black Belt Judo to understand the art, form, practice, and grace of this timeless sport. With step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photos for a variety of grappling and self-defense techniques, as well as how to execute both basic and advanced hip, hand, and leg throws, you’ll learn to add power and grace to improve your skills – all from a certified master! This updated edition includes new information on scoring and revised material for today’s practice.

Contents 1 – LET’S BEGIN

8 – HAND THROWS

IMM Lifestyle Books Paperback • 176 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-5048-0120-1 • #01201 $18.99 US / $22.99 CAD Available March 2020

A variety of throws that use the hands, arms and

The many facets of judo; sport or martial art;

shoulders

what does a black belt really mean?

9 – LEG THROWS

Part One

Throws that use the legs to reap, sweep, hook or block an opponent’s legs

Judo Fundamentals

10 – SACRIFICE THROWS

103

Learn how and when to fall to the ground in

2 – HOW TO LEARN JUDO

KATA, randori and SHIAI; other forms of train ing; tips for solo practice

3 – WHY JUDO WORKS

Scientific basis; psychological principles; max imum effect with minimum effort

4 – HOW JUDO DEVELOPS CHARACTER 35 Mental approach to training; character lessons

5 – CLASSIFICATION OF TECHNIQUES

Throwing (nage waza); grappling (KATAme

order to throw your opponent

Part Three Grappling Techniques 11 – PINNING

117

What is a pin? Principles of pinning; basic ground positions

12 – STRANGULATION & CHOKING

129

Principles; tips for effective choking; safety;

waza); striking (atemi waza)

examples of locks and chokes

13 – JOINT LOCKS

Part Two

139

Principles of joint locks; safety issues; the bent

Throwing Techniques 6 – PRINCIPLES OF THROWING

arm lock; the straight arm lock 45

Gripping; posture; movement; unbalancing; combination techniques; counter techniques

7 – HIP THROWS

Using the hips to generate throwing power

APPENDICES

UKI GOSHI (floating hip throw)

147

ONLINE RESOURCES

156

GLOSSARY

157

INDEX

158

The favourite throw of Jigoro Kano, this throw is one of the easiest to apply as a beginner. While effective against an untrained opponent, it is quite easily avoided by a knowledgeable adversary and seldom seen in tourna ments. It is usually applied to an opponent (uke) who is advancing or pushing forwards.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Neil Ohlenkamp holds a rokudan rank (sixth degree black belt) in judo. Since 1968, his training has included experience as a student, active competitor, head instructor, national team coach, and tournament official. He has been awarded black belt rank certificates by the United States Judo Association (USJA), United States Judo Federation (USJF), and the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo, Japan. He has been teaching judo classes since 1973, has been the head instructor of the Encino Judo Club since 1985, and has trained athletes and coaches in national conferences, training camps, and clinics throughout the USA and internationally. Mr. Ohlenkamp has been certified by the USJA as an instructor, referee, master rank examiner, master coach (the highest level of certification), and he was named United States Judo Association Coach of the Year for 1999.

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Key points: • Your right hand grabs around the waist and pulls uke very tightly to your own right hip, as your left hand pulls around you. • By twisting your upper body, uke will rotate around your hips. Additional forward pull is created when you shift your weight from your right foot to your left foot, pulling uke off his feet and onto your hip as you do so. • Do not bend over or lift with the legs in uki goshi; twist to your left to generate the power of the throw. To prevent your opponent from applying uki goshi to you, step around with your right foot to avoid hip contact, or bend the knees to squat low. Counter with ushiro goshi (page 66), utsuri goshi (page 67), tani otoshi (page 105), or sukui nage (page 76). If uki goshi does not work, follow up with another throw like harai goshi (page 64) or kouchi gari (if your opponent steps around your hip – page 95), or o goshi (if your opponent bends the knees to get low – page 59).

O GOSHI (large hip throw) O goshi is similar to uki goshi (page 58) except the legs are used to lift uke up and over your hips, rather than twisting uke around your hips. Key points: • Your hip in o goshi is placed a little further in front of uke than in the previous throw. • To apply the lifting action your feet must be close together, with the knees bent, so your hips are under your opponent’s. • When you are ready to throw, pull with your hands, straighten your legs, lifting uke off the ground; bend forward slightly and twist your upper body to the left.

If your opponent comes around your hip to escape your attack, you can try o goshi again, or followup with harai goshi (page 64) or kouchi gari (page 95). If your opponent pulls back, switch to ouchi gari (page 92). You can counter an adversary who is applying o goshi to you with ushiro goshi (page 66), utsuri goshi (page 67), tani otoshi (page 105), or sukui nage (page 76). You may also block o goshi, or any forward hip or shoulder throw, with a hip smash. To accomplish this, thrust your left hip forward to meet your opponent’s attacking right hip, twist your upper body and hips to your right, step your right foot back if possible, and yank your right arm back in the direction you are turning. The stronger you twist and pull backwards with your right arm, the stronger your left hip will smash into your attacker’s hip, helping you retain your balance while upsetting your attacker’s.

Close-up

Self-defence variation with arm bar

Left: A typical foot position for the person being thrown (uke) is represented by the blue colour. The basic foot position for the person perform ing the throw (tori) is grey. These positions can vary considerably. Note that only rightside throws are shown.

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HIP THROWS

Quiet fox jo ur nal s

My Quilting Journal By Linda Hahn •

A great keepsake journal for quilters to keep track of past projects and plan all their future projects

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Includes quick reference information on inside covers

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A convenient place to remember important projects details to refer to later

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Great for gifting to quilters

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Written by award-winning quilt author, instructor, and fabric designer, Linda Hahn, who based My Quilting Journal’s content on her own personal experience with students and what quilters need to note, keep track of, and remember

The perfect quilting keepsake, keep track of your projects, your future projects, and your fabric stash. How much fabric did you use for that baby quilt you want to make again? What kind of batting did you use? Who was it for? Great for writing of all the details in one convenient place, making notes of what to do differently for next time, and planning out projects you intend to start, My Quilting Journal is a must-have resource for every passionate quilter! Also included is helpful information, quick reference formulas, and yardage charts. Quiet Fox Designs Paperback • 128 pages • 6” x 8” 978-1-64178-096-4 • #0964 $9.99 US / $11.99 CAD Available December 2019 FAVORITE SOURCES

Use this space to note addresses, websites, hours, and phone numbers of your favorite sources for patterns and supplies.

How Much Yardage Do You Need for Backing? 4”

x2=

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/ 36” =

yards

if your quilt width is between 38” and 80”*

yards of backing fabric (round up to the next 1/4 yard)

*If your quilt width is less than 36”, multiply by 1 instead. If your quilt width is 80” or more, multiply by 3 instead.

How Many Binding Strips Do You Need? 12” top + bottom + both sides (in inches)

just in case

/ 40” =

number of binding strips needed (round up if necessary)

Yardage Chart

Fat Quarter: 18 x 22 inches

YARDS

INCHES

1/8

4 1/2

1/3

3/8

13 ½

5/8

22 ½

2/3

7/8

31 ½

Fat Eighth: 9 x 22 inches

Standard Mattress and Quilt Sizes

From a Yard (36”) of Fabric

CRIB

2 ½” squares from a 2 ½” strip of fabric

2 ½” strips

3” squares from a 3” strip of fabric

3” strips

3 ½” squares from a 3 ½” strip of fabric

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4” squares from a 4” strip of fabric

4” strips

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4 ½” strips

5” squares from a 5” strip of fabric

5” strips

5 ½” squares from a 5 ½” strip of fabric

5 ½” strips

6” squares from a 6” strip of fabric

6” strips

2” strips

YOUTH

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27” x 52” 32” x 66” 39” x 75”

54” x 75”

60” x 80”

78” x 87”

84” x 92” 106” x 98”

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36” x 60” 56” x 78” 63” x 87”

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Bedspread

“Creativity takes courage.”

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Find Me! •

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Over 100 additional hidden object exercises for each engaging puzzle page

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Charming and colorful illustrations of adorable animals in ocean and forest environments will both delight and challenge children

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Activities help children develop their observational skills by using context clues and drawing conclusions based on what they see

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Bernard the Wolf wears glasses, but he still can’t see very well. Help him find his friend, Michael the Squirrel, as he plays hide-and-seek to sharpen Bernard’s vision. Also included are additional activities to develop your own observational and critical thinking skills, from finding the odd one out in the group to spotting who has hurt themselves. You’ll have hours of fun searching for over 100 hidden objects and animals both under the sea and within the forest!

Find Me: Adventures in the Forest Play Along to Sharpen Your Vision and Mind By Agnese Baruzzi Happy Fox Books Hardback • 48 pages • 7.5” x 11” 978-1-64124-047-5 • #0475 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available March 2020

Which ornery animal is still angry?

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THE INHABITANTS OF THE FOREST HAVE INVITED THREE ANIMALS WHO LIVE FAR AWAY. CAN YOU SPOT THEM AND THEIR SUITCASES?

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Kids Guide to Learning the Ukulele 25 Songs to Learn and Play for Kids By Emily Arrow •

Kid’s instructional guide to learning how to play the ukulele with 25 easy-to-learn songs, games, and activities

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The perfect resource to introduce children to music and the benefits of playing an instrument

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Provides an introduction to the ukulele – including kidfriendly fun facts on its history – the fundamentals (tuning, holding positions, etc.), basic chords, and more

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Contains charming illustrations and diagrams with easy-tofollow instructions for parents to teach their children

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Written by an official Kala artist, award-winning children’s songwriter, and popular music educator Emily Arrow

The benefits of music are monumental! Ukuleles are the perfect first instrument for kids to learn to play, and this book will show them why and how. Filled with basic instructions for holding positions, tuning, basic chords, and more, children will then learn and practice 25 songs, games, and activities. From songs about counting to songs about yoga, each musical activity provides a rich and playful learning experience kids will love! Award-winning children’s songwriter and an official Kala Brand artist, author Emily Arrow has over 10 years of experience working with children and teachers in music education. Happy Fox Books Paperback • 80 pages • 8” x 10” 978-1-64124-048-2 • #0482 $12.99 US / $14.99 CAD Available March 2020

X Introduction PART 1:

About the Ukulele X How do you say “ukulele”? X Sizes of ukuleles XX Name your ukulele XX The story of the first ukulele

CONTENTS

PART 2:

Playing Ukulele XX How to hold your ukulele XX Tuning XX Strumming

PART 3:

25 Songs to Learn and Play XX The Red Dot (C Chord) Song

XX Down Up

XX Row, Row, Row Your Boat

XX Just Keep Strumming

XX Find the Sock Game XX The Yellow Dot ( F Chord) Song XX Shhh! XX 10 Second Challenge

Name your ukulele

KI D’S GU I DE TO LEARN I NG TH E U KU LELE

AbouT The ukulele

About the Ukulele How do you say “ukulele”?

CHALLENGE! Say it like that. 10 times. Super fast!

Maybe you’re used to pronouncing ukulele as, “YOU-koo-LAY-lee.” But in this book, we’ll pronounce ukulele like this:

Because instruments are an important part of our lives, it’s fun to give an instrument their own name. What could you name your own ukulele? Maybe name it after a favorite character, animal, or food? For example, I named an ukulele “Avocado the Ukulele” once!

What’s your ukulele’s name?

XX The Green Dot (G Chord) Song XX The Itsy Bitsy Spider XX London Bridge XX Swee-dee-dee XX Old MacDonald Played A Strum XX Yoga-lele (Twinkle Twinkle)

(Frere Jacques)

XX You Are My Sunshine XX Happy Birthday XX The Blue Dot (Am Chord) Song XX Pumpkin, Pumpkin, Ghost! XX Switcheroo XX 10 Strums to Try XX The Song Recipe XX How Do You Say Ukulele? (My Bonnie Lies Over The Ocean)

XX Aloha Means Hello (The Farmer in the Dell)

ooo-koo-lay-lay Sizes of ukuleles The word ukulele means “jumping flea.” Why? Possibly because when fast fingers play the ukulele, it looks like little bugs jumping on the strings!

There are a few different sizes of common ukuleles. They’re all fun! Do you know which size your ukulele is?

tenor

concert

The story of the first ukulele

soprano

About 200 years ago, a similar wooden instrument called the machete was brought from Portugal to the island of Hawaii. The instrument was named the ukulele and many people, including Hawaii’s King Kalakaua, helped bring the ukulele into Hawaiian music and culture.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Emily Arrow is an awardwinning children’s songwriter with 10+ years of experience working with children in music education. Her albums have been played on SiriusXM’s Kid’s Place Live. She has also worked with Sesame Street Studios on The Witch Sisters and Cantana Learning Center on the Library Skills series. Emily is an official Kala Brand Music Company artist. She is based in Nashville, TN.

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Discover what leaves, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and roots to grow for garden-to-glass cocktails

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Provides valuable insight on the importance of the pond water environment and how to keep the water’s quality at its best

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Updated edition features new koi varieties

An updated and complete care manual for keeping koi, this book provides more than 15 profiles of the most popular koi varieties, including new ones. With valuable insight on the importance of the pond water environment, tips on health, treating ailments, feeding, and much more, Koi is the ultimate guide for the ultimate enthusiast! CompanionHouse Paperback • 192 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-62008-393-2 • #3932 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available May 2020

Healthy Hound Wellness Bible The Complete Guide to Natural Dog Care By Gwen Bailey •

A natural, holistic approach to caring for your dog, from puppyhood to adulthood

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Provides veterinarian-approved tips of natural ways to nurture your dog, from diet and exercise to mental stimulation

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Practices act as beneficial and preventative measures for your dog to achieve a happy and healthy life

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Written by dog behaviorist Gwen Bailey, author of the bestselling training book The Perfect Puppy

Discover what your dog naturally needs with this informative veterinarian-approved guide, written by the author of the incredibly popular training book The Perfect Puppy, Gwen Bailey. With a focus on natural care and tips on proper diet, exercise, and mental stimulation, this is a go-to preventive resource that outlines a holistic approach, backed by latest research, to achieve a happy and healthy life for your best friend! CompanionHouse Paperback • 192 pages • 7” x 9” 978-1-62187-193-4 • #1934 $19.99 US / $24.99 CAD Available July 2020

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Modern Earth Moving Machines By Keith Haddock •

A comprehensive and visual showcase of the machines that mine coal and minerals, construct highways, lay pipelines, dig basements, landscape parks, and assist in worldwide disaster relief

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Features profiles of bulldozers, off-highway trucks, scrapers, graders, excavators, and walking draglines

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Makes include Komatsu, Caterpillar, Hitachi, JCB, Case, Deere, Liebherr and Terex, O&K, and Bucyrus

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Short chapter introductions provided for each machine, as well as image captions for over 128 full-color photos

A visual showcase of the machines that mine coal and minerals, construct highways, lay pipelines, and assist in disaster relief. Featuring bulldozers, excavators, off-road trucks, walking draglines and more from the popular makes - such as Komatsu, Caterpillar, Hitachi, JCB, Case, Deere, Liebherr and Terex, O&K, and Bucyrus - each machine has its own introductory paragraph and high-quality photography in this impressive collection. Old Pond Books Paperback • 128 pages • 10” x 10” 978-1-91215-858-4 • #8584 $18.99 US / $21.99 CAD Available April 2020

Know Your Donkeys & Mules By Jack Byard •

A fun and engaging read to discover loads of interesting facts about 34 popular breeds of donkeys and mules, each receiving its own full-page spread

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Provides fun facts highlighting their appearance, history, breeding, uses in agriculture and tourism, and more

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Includes distinctive, high-quality photography of each breed

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Its compact size makes it fun and easy to flip through for fast and interesting info

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Also included is a feature on mule racing in the US

Did you know that the Bourbonnais donkey drinks 4 gallons of water a day? Discover loads of interesting facts about 34 popular breeds of donkeys and mules, including their appearance, history, breeding, and uses in agriculture and tourism. This fascinating guide will turn both young and old into a donkey and mule enthusiast. Old Pond Books Paperback • 80 pages • 7” x 5” 978-1-91215-856-0 • #8560 $7.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available April 2020

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Know Your Miniature Breeds By Jack Byard •

Features 35 popular mini breeds of hobby farmers, each receiving its own full-page spread, including mini cattle, pigs, goats, chickens, ducks, and sheep

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Provides fun facts highlighting their size, origin, and personality

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Includes distinctive, high-quality photography of each breed

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Its compact size makes it fun and easy to flip through for fast and interesting info

Did you know that the hairy little kunekune pig’s name means “fat and round” in Maori? Discover loads of interesting facts about 35 popular miniature breeds for hobby farmers, including their size (usually half to a third of the size of their standard breeds), origins, and personality. This fun and fascinating pocket guide will turn both young and old into hobby breeds enthusiasts. Old Pond Books Paperback • 80 pages • 7” x 5” 978-1-91215-857-7 • #8577 $7.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available March 2020

Know Your Pigs By Jack Byard •

Features 29 popular breeds of pigs, each receiving its own fullpage spread, from the belly rub-loving American Guinea Hog to the robust Yorkshire who is happiest foraging outdoors

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Provides fun facts highlighting their appearance, history, breeding, personality, and more

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Includes distinctive, high-quality photography of each breed

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Its compact size makes it fun and easy to flip through for fast and interesting info

Did you know that pigs are smarter than your average 3-year-old? Discover loads of interesting facts about 29 popular pig breeds, including their appearance, history and breeding, and details of its personality. This fascinating pocket guide will turn both young and old into a pig enthusiast. Old Pond Books Paperback • 64 pages • 7” x 5” 978-1-91215-854-6 • #8546 $7.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available February 2020

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Know Your Bees & Other Pollinators By Jack Byard •

A pocket guide of general information about 35 different insect pollinators

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Filled with interesting facts about 35 common pollinating insects, including bees, butterflies, ladybugs, beetles, moths, wasps, and flies

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Provides general details on their appearance, history, breeding, and how to attract them to your garden

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Includes distinctive high-quality photography of each breed

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Its compact size makes it fun and easy to flip through for fast and interesting info

Did you know a honeybee visits about 50 to 100 flowers during each nectar-collection trip? Discover loads of interesting facts about 35 common pollinating insects - from ladybugs, moths, and beetles to bees, wasps, flies, and butterflies - including appearance, history, breeding, and details on how to attract them to your garden. This fascinating pocket guide will turn both young and old into pollinator enthusiasts. Old Pond Books Paperback • 64 pages • 7” x 5” 978-1-91215-855-3 • #8553 $7.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available March 2020

Know Your Model Tractors By Lars Bjork & Tommy Grunbaum •

A quick and fun pocket guide to 35 popular and collectable model tractors

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Features full-spread profiles of each model tractor with manufacturer, scale, and collectability information

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Contains dozens of color photos and interesting facts, such as the most expensive model tractor sold for over $15,000 in 2009

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Includes 7 popular North American models, such as the John Deere 70, Ertl’s McCormick WD-9, Massey-Harris Pony, and more

Discover loads of interesting facts about 35 popular and collectable model tractors, including their manufacturer, scale, and collectability. From the John Deere 70 to the Massey Harris Pony, this fun pocket guide will turn both young and old into model tractor enthusiasts. Old Pond Books Paperback • 96 pages • 7” x 5” 978-1-91215-859-1 • #8591 $7.99 US / $9.99 CAD Available April 2020

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World of Custom Trucks By Ferdy De Martin & Xavier Stefaniak •

An international collection of 29 current working trucks from leading manufacturers, including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, Peterbilt, and more

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Emphasizes the decoration of each truck as an art form, ranging from delicate and subtle to elaborate and ornate

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Includes over 275 vividly colored photographs with descriptive and enthusiastic captions, detailing both the interior and the exterior of each custom truck

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New edition includes double the amount of US and Canadian trucks

A collection of 29 working yet spectacular trucks, this book emphasizes the imaginative designs, high standard of craftsmanship, and superb finishes that create one-of-a-kind vehicles. With text both in English and French, each truck is presented with a number of photographs to show off the overall designs from the inside out. An international selection of machines, 14 of the 29 trucks featured are from North America, 13 from Europe, and two from the UK. Original manufacturers include Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, Peterbilt, and more. Old Pond Books Paperback • 160 pages • 10” x 10” 978-1-91215-839-3 • #8393 $20.99 US / $23.99 CAD Available April 2020

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Spinner Rack Program • New Design • More Selling per Square Foot • Moveable • Locking Casters • Free with Order of $600 or more Empty rack can be purchased for $250

Variable Wire Display •

Spinner accommodates 24 facings/pockets for merchandising 8.5” wide (or similar size) books

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Wire Dividers are included that can be used to configure the larger shelves to merchandise 5.25” width (or similar size) books and to provide additional facings/pockets

Dimensions FOOTPRINT: W 22” x H 55” x D 20”, Pocket D 4” SHIPPING CARTON : W 25” x H 50” x D 22” ISBN: 978-1-56523-896-1 Product Code: 8961

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B Beginner’s Guide to CNC Woodworking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Beginner’s Guide to Punch Needle Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Black Belt Judo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Building Your Tiny House Dream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

C Can I Keep It? Small Pets Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Canning Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Clicker Training for Rabbits, Hamsters, and Other Small Pets . . . . . . . 48 Cocktails, Mocktails, Teas, & Infusions From Your Garden . . . . . . . . . 46 Country Garden Coloring Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Creative Block Quilts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Crested Gecko Handbook, 2nd Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

D DIY for Renters Don’t Call the Landlord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Dutch Oven and Cast Iron Cooking, Revised and Expanded Third Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Know Your Pigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Koi (Revised Edition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

M Making Charming Rag Rugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Making Picture Book Art Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Making Wow Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Modern Earth Moving Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 My Quilting Journal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

N Notebook Doodles Girl Power! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Notebook Doodles Unicorns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

O Organic Book of Compost, 2nd Revised Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

P Paracord Projects For Camping and Outdoor Survival . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Preserving the Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Propagation Techniques for Flowers, Vegetables, and Trees . . . . . . . . 6

Extreme Color-by-Number: Landscapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Extreme Outdoor Survival Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Fearless with Fabric Fresh Quilts from Traditional Blocks . . . . . . . . . 34 Find Me: Adventures in the Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Find Me: Adventures in the Ocean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Reflections: Birds and Animals Coloring Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

G Garden DIY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Garden Mosaics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Grass and Bamboo Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Grilling Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

H Healthy Hound Wellness Bible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Hexagon Star Quilts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Hidden Language of Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

K Keepsake Kitties Coloring Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Kids Guide to Learning the Ukulele . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Know Your Battings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Know Your Bees & Other Pollinators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Know Your Donkeys & Mules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Know Your Hobby Animals: A Breed Encyclopedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Know Your Miniature Breeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Know Your Model Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Quick-Start Woodburning Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

S Super Simple Hand Lettering Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

U Upcycle with Country Design Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

V Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling in the Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

W Watercolor Success in Four Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Whittling in Your Free Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Woodburning Projects and Patterns for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Woodcarving a Halloween Chess Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Woodcarving a Santa and Friends Chess Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Wooden Whirligigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 World of Custom Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Y Yard and Garden Furniture, 2nd Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 You Bet Your Garden Guide to Growing Great Tomatoes, Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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