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Home, Garden, and DIY November 2020
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| Botanical Art Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide to Watercolor, Graphite, Colored... by Carol Woodin and Robin A. Jess (editors)What it is: a detailed, heavily-illustrated guide covering a variety of artistic mediums and techniques for a variety of experience levels, by more than 50 creators from the American Society of Botanical Artists.
Don't miss: the photos of artist work spaces and ideas for setting up your own; tips for working in the field; the materials list.
Reviewers say: "will assist any budding artist in enhancing their skills" (Library Journal); "spectacular" (Booklist). |
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Beeswax Alchemy: How to Make Your Own Candles, Soap, Balms, Salves, and...
by Petra Ahnert
What's inside: a short history of beeswax, information about the different types of beeswax, and instructions for making a variety of items, including candles, bars, balms, creams, home products, and art.
Projects include: Hand-Dipped Taper Candles; Lip Gloss; Rosebud Salve; Honey and Beeswax Soap; Solid Wood Polish; Waxed Fabric.
Did you know? Beeswax is made up of least 284 different compounds and, just like honey, varies based on location.
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| Pieometry: Modern Tart Art and Pie Design for the Eye and the Palate by Lauren KoWhat's inside: gorgeous photos plus instructions for making 50 of Instagram star Lauren Ko's geometrically intricate pies. Recipes are both savory and sweet and have creative flavor combinations such as Lavender Blackberry Cream with Shortbread Crust and Berries.
Pie is hot: Other new pie cookbooks publishing this fall include Ken Haedrich's Pie Academy, Erin Jeanne McDowell's The Book on Pie, Kate McDermott's Pie Camp, and Helen Nugent's Pie Style. |
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| The Modern Cottage Garden: A Fresh Approach to a Classic Style by Greg LoadesWhat it is: a "delightful" (Publishers Weekly) look at the beloved cottage garden, including a short history, plus ways to create a modern twist by mixing traditional plants with grasses and perennials.
What's inside: inspiring visits to both traditional and modern cottage gardens; details on gardening in small spaces and in containers; a list of 50 essential plants; a season-by-season guide; a resource list. |
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| Storey's Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills: 214 Things You Can... by Carleen Madigan, Sarah Guare, and Hannah Fries (editors)What's inside: a fun step-by-step exploration of 214 topics drawing on Storey Publishing's decades of work and covering a wide range of topics (gardening, home repairs, animal care, crafting, outdoor fun, and more).
Topics include: Make a Terrarium; Navigate by the Sun, Moon, and Stars; Make Sauerkraut; Darn Socks; Dye Your Hair with Herbs; Milk a Goat; Braid a Rug; Dry Fruit; Grow a Lemon Tree Indoors; Go Owling; Build a Drystone Wall; Divide Perennials; Fix a Burst Pipe. |
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| Eat Joy: Stories & Comfort Food from 31 Celebrated Writers by Natalie Eve Garrett (editor)What it is: a thought-provoking collection of illustrated, personal essays on comfort food from a number of celebrated writers, who reveal the ways that specific dishes helped them cope in troubled times. Recipes included.
Writers include: Diana Abu-Jabar, Lev Grossman, Claire Messud, Edwidge Danticat, Carmen Maria Machado, Anthony Doerr, Colum McCann, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Alexander Chee. |
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Elements of Family Style: Elegant Spaces for Everyday Life
by Erin Gates
What it is: a beautifully photographed, family-focused design book organized by room. It also offers practical advice and ideas for purchasing items (rugs, sofas, etc.) that'll survive children and pets.
Don't miss: detailed photograph captions; clever sidebar tips; the author's story about her struggle with infertility.
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| Baking With Kim-Joy: Cute and Creative Bakes to Make You Smile by Kim-JoyWhat it is: the delightful first cookbook by Great British Bake Off finalist Kim-Joy, which includes plenty of dazzling bakes as well as options to simplify some recipes.
Recipes include: Cat Macarons; Bunny Cookies; Vegan Chocolate Cake with Praline; Firework Cake; Farmyard Animal Doughnuts.
Read this next: For seasonal fun, pick up Christmas with Kim-Joy. |
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| Spark Joy: An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up by Marie KondoWhat it is: the charming illustrated follow-up to the bestselling The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo, the Japanese organizing consultant and host of Netflix's Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.
What's inside: inspirational tips and detailed methods for clearing out clutter, organizing your belongings, folding clothes, and more.
Want a taste? "A joy-filled home is like your own personal art museum." |
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| Joy of Cooking by Irma S. Rombauer, Marion Rombauer Becker, Ethan Becker, John Becker, and Megan ScottWhat it is: a classic American cookbook -- updated in 2019 by the great-grandson of Irma S. Rombauer and his wife -- that covers drinks, salads, snacks, main dishes, and more, offers vegetarian options, and addresses topics like nutrition, food safety, and setting the table.
Recipes include: Cold-Brewed Coffee; Baked Oatmeal; Cobb Salad; Matzo Ball Soup; Grilled Pizza; Coconut Rice; Roast Chicken; Beef Pot Roast; Naan; Southern Corn Bread; Fresh Ginger Cake; Vegan Eggnog.
Don't miss: the ingredient chapter; the special events menus. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Daviess County Public Library 2020 Frederica Street Owensboro, Kentucky 42301 (270) 684-0211
www.dcplibrary.org
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