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Home, Garden, and DIY January 2017
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| Gardenista: The Definitive Guide to Stylish Outdoor Spaces by Michelle Slatalla with the editors of Gardenista; photography by Matthew WilliamsIf you've ever visited Gardenista.com, you know that it sits at the intersection of inspiration and practicality, and this book version serves the same purpose. Dedicated to the notion of cultivating harmonious outdoor living spaces through both horticulture and décor, editor Michelle Slatalla offers up DIY design projects, outdoor building case studies, advice from professionals, and planting guides (arranged by color and climate) -- not to mention hundreds of sumptuous, detail-rich photos to kick-start your creativity. Best of all, many of the photos are accompanied by "Steal This Look" lists, allowing you to turn garden envy into action. |
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Go Big Knits : 20 Projects Sizes 38 to 54 by Marie ClairePerfect for women of all body shapes and types, a collection from Éditions Marie Claire features 20 designs in sizes 38-54 (M-XXL)—from comfortable everyday wear to refined, classic looks that are perfect for an evening out—that will make any woman look and feel fantastic. Original.
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How to bake everything : simple recipes for best baking
by Mark Bittman
A simple, all-encompassing baking reference collects more than 2,000 recipes for a wide variety of classic, trendy and international options and variations, sharing illustrated how-to instructions as well as advice for adapting recipes for vegan and other customizable needs. 75,000 first printing.
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Playing with pop-ups : the art of dimensional, moving paper designs
by Helen Hiebert
"Enter the enchanting world of pop-ups and handmade paper crafts. Join author Helen Hiebert as she guides you through materials, tools and pop-up basics including parallel folds, angle folds, combinations and variations, and layered pop-ups. Enjoy creating 20 projects to play with ranging from cards and books to buildings, graphic design pieces, and more. Featuring a high-end gallery of artists, whose beautiful work will inspire you to make your own amazing paper art, Playing with Pop-Ups will teach you to create interactive pieces that everyone will enjoy"
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Loose Leaf : Plants, Flowers, Projects, Inspiration
by Wona Bae
Observe nature, be inspired by it and start experimenting. These are the tenets upon which Loose Leaf was created by botanical designers Wona Bae and Charlie Lawler. In their stunning first book, Loose Leaf, they show us the many ways we can get creative with nature. It's filled with ways to bring the beauty of nature into our homes and our lives. Each chapter is dedicated to design with different natural materials such as cut flowers and foliage, sculptural medium and living plants. 10 projects explore the full range of Wona and Charlie's unique sculptures and botanical installations. In each project they show us practical ways to get creative with nature, including how to make items such as seasonal wreaths, hanging gardens, organic sculptures as well as the secrets behind their signature Monstera chandeliers.
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Scratch : home cooking for everyone made simple, fun, and totally delicious
by Maria Rodale
"Maria Rodale was raised on real food. She doesn't think of eating homemade, from scratch meals as part of a trend or movement; it has always been her life. Raised in a family of farmers, bakers, chefs, gardeners, and publishers, Maria is used to growing, cooking, reading and writing about, and eating organic, delicious food. And now, for the first time ever, she's sharing her tried-and-true family recipes. Scratch is full of comfort food recipes that aren't focused on any one healthy trend, but are instead innately healthy, because Maria inspires you to return to your kitchen and cook with real, organic food.
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| Spruce: A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery and Design by Amanda BrownDedicated home decorators who are desperate to refresh worn-out old furniture or revamp their thrift store finds will relish this modern, practical introduction to DIY upholstery. Using a framework of five simple projects, professional upholsterer Amanda Brown walks readers through the skills needed to reupholster furniture of various shapes and sizes. Some specialty tools are required, but Brown writes with authority and verve, and her detailed, beginner-friendly instructions are illustrated with photographs at every step. Brave DIY-ers will come away feeling empowered by this "wonderfully readable volume that speaks to current style" (Library Journal). |
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Upcyclist : Reclaimed and Remade Furniture, Lighting and Interiors
by Antonia Edwards
Upcycling is the process of transforming seemingly low-value objects into something desirable. Born out of this concept, Upcyclist selects designers and makers who have the imagination and skill to turn waste into exceptionally beautiful creations. From elegant chandeliers crafted from bicycle chains to handwoven rugs made from discarded clothing, these reincarnated works, in contrast to items that are new and mass-produced, preserve the essence of their previous lives whilst being entirely fresh and contemporary.
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Woodwork Projects for Your Garden and Porch : Simple, Functional, and Rustic Decor You Can Build Yourself
by Mattias Wenblad
Give your garden a unique, do-it-yourself charm with practical and decorative woodwork projects. Do you have a bare, uninspired garden or porch? Instead of overhauling and reconstructing the entire design, simply transform it with twenty-six essential and practical woodwork projects that will provide your home with a dash of DIY, rustic charm. These easy, fun, and attractive wood creations are accompanied by clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs and are divided into projects for planting and growing and for socializing and relaxing, as well as fun items for children.
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Take a Seat : 16 Beautiful Projects for Your Home
by Jemima Schlee
If your chairs are looking past their best, or in need of a makeover, you will find beautiful projects that can turn sorry-looking seats into stylish centrepieces. Jemima Schlee's clever use of fabrics, textures, yarns and paint not only add personality and character to any interior, they are also an ideal way for thrifty types to create a new look on a budget. Projects include: Sashiko director's chair, Drop-in chair seat, Spindle-back chairs, Box cushions, Coffee-table footstool, Wine-crate footstool, Giant crochet pouffe and Wallpapered stools.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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