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Japanese Garden Design
Par Marc P. Keane, Haruzo Ohashi. 1996
The creation of a Japanese garden combines respect for nature with adherence to simple principles of aesthetics and structure. In…
Japanese Garden Design, landscape architect Marc Peter Keane presents the history and development of the classical metaphors that underlie all Japanese gardens.Keane describes the influences of Confucian, Shinto and Buddhist principles that have linked poetry and philosophy to the tangible metaphor of the garden. Detailed explanations of basic design concepts identify and interpret the symbolism of various garden forms and demonstrate these principles in use today.The Ecology of Kalimantan
Par Arthur Mangalik, Kathy Mackinnon, Hakimah Halim, Gusti Hatta. 1992
The Ecology of Kalimantan starts by examining each of the major ecosystems in Kalimantan and the interrelationships of some of…
the component species. The book takes a look at Bornean peoples, describing their traditional attitudes to and relationships with their forest environment. The book then examines the potential of different land units for the development of artificial production systems such as agricultural cropping, plantations, and agroforestry, and the development options open for forests, wetlands and coastal resources.Lemons and Lavender: The Eco Guide to Better Homekeeping
Par Billee Sharp. 2012
Author Billee Sharp shares her freecycling, budget-savvy, barter-better wisdom in this step-by-step handbook for revolutionizing spending habits and reclaiming quality…
of life. Lemons and Lavender is an inspiring and instructive guide to living the handmade life by consuming less and creating more. Practical and profound, this handy how-to covers every area of life and offers easy-to-do tips, recipes, and advice for saving money and the planet. Learn how to ditch your lawn and raise organic vegetables, cook healthy meals for pennies, cure minor maladies from the kitchen cabinet, save big dollars with small repairs, and eco-clean your house with lemons and lavender. With this guide, families can live more joyfully and far more creatively, all on a dime.City Farmer
Par Lorraine Johnson. 2010
City Farmer celebrates the new ways that urban dwellers across North America are reimagining cities as places of food production.…
From homeowners planting their front yards with vegetables to guerilla gardeners scattering seeds in neglected urban corners, gardening guru Lorraine Johnson chronicles the increasing popularity of innovative urban food growing.Japanese Gardens for Today
Par David Engel. 1959
With extensive photographs and diagrams, this book explains the philosophy and practice of Japanese gardening.An important classic of gardening instruction,…
Japanese Gardens for Today is a practical down-to-earth explanation of the basic rules of Japanese garden design and care. It is sure to prove of great value to both the professional landscape architect and to the green-thumbed home owner, whether he is designing an entirely new garden or only seeking an illusion of spaciousness and rightness in a tiny courtyard or corner.Photographs of historic Japanese gardens and the private, modern gardens of Japanese homes are given alongside useful rule-of-thumb practices and techniques. The books wealth of drawings are fully integrated with clear, succinct text to present the first full and practical treatment of the subject ever published in English.Decorating with Flowers
Par Elizabeth Reyes, Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Roberto Caballero. 2011
Use fresh flowers to make a dramatic difference in your home...and dazzle with the power of flowers when you entertain!…
Decorating with Flowers celebrates the latest trends in contemporary floral design with a tropical twist. Featuring inspired table settings and installations, this extraordinary book will encourage you to create your own unforgettable floral creations every time you entertain!The ten designers and artists showcased share the ideas and insights behind their creations--each of which is shown in detailed photos--making this an excellent guide for interior decorators, florists, event planners and homeowners looking to add some pizzaz to a space.Featuring over 300 color photographs, Decorating with Flowers has something for everyone-from glamorous Flemish floral arrangements to modern Sogetsu ikebana styles, and modular flower sculptures created to enhance minimalist, contemporary spaces.The Edible Flower Garden
Par Rosalind Creasy. 1999
The Edible Flower Garden is a beautiful collection of flowers that can be used for cookery: from candied violets and…
roses to decorate appetizers and cakes, to nasturtiums for a colorful shrimp salad, to day lily buds, pink clover, and wild mustard flowers that are tossed together in a spectacular stir-fry.Cultivating Exceptional Cannabis
Par Dj Short. 2003
DJ Short's essays on the craft of indoor cannabis cultivation show how any hobbyist can refine gardening technique and achieve…
mastery.DJ Short is a celebrated breeder whose collection of seed strains has received international recognition for their premier quality. His first book collects two decades of experience in cannabis cultivation and breeding for the amateur grower. Short's style is both friendly and thoughtful, offering tips for selecting plants and helping the serious hobbyist finesse their garden for high quality.The first section covers cultivation and each environmental factor's contribution to the indoor gardener's success, with an emphasis on organic methods. It includes secrets to customizing lighting, temperature, air circulation, nutrients and supplements. Gardening methods, from sprouting seeds to harvesting and curing are described with quality and flavor in mind.The second section includes essential topics of breeding -- such as selecting plants, collecting pollen, and stabilizing a variety -- with careful consideration of how flavor and quality set a good breeding program apart.Includes photography of Short's varieties and other unique plants throughout, plus 8 full-color pages of exceptional cannabis.Marijuana Pest and Disease Control
Par Ed Rosenthal, Kathy Imbriani. 2012
A wide range of pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies can zap the vitality of any cannabis garden. Inexperienced gardeners often…
rely on pesticides that are not registered for edibles, as well as other harmful or ineffective techniques that can render plants unusable. This resourceful guide comes to the rescue, showing gardeners how to win back a garden and nurture plants to their full potential, using safe, organic, and integrated pest management techniques. In addition to providing readers with the know-how to get their plants healthy, Marijuana Pest and Disease Control highlights design and garden practices to prevent future infections. Author Ed Rosenthal gears the book to gardeners at every level of experience and in any growing situation from indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse to hydro and terrace gardens. Extensive color photographs and illustration help identify the exact problem.The Art of the Japanese Garden
Par David Young, Michiko Young, Tan Hong Yew. 2005
Winner of the 2006 American Horticultural Society Book Award! The Art of the Japanese Garden traces the development and blending…
of gardening traditions, as well as the inclusion of new features as gardening reached new heights of sophistication on Japanese soil. The book features a number of the most notable gardens in Japan, including graveled courtyards, early aristocratic gardens, esoteric and paradise gardens, Zen gardens, warrior gardens, tea gardens and stroll gardens.Balinese Gardens
Par Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, William Warren. 1995
This guided tour of Bali's finest traditional and contemporary gardens is perfect for gardening enthusiasts and professional landscape architects alike,…
and will especially appeal to visitors who have experienced the charms of one of the world's most beautiful islands.Contemporary Asian Kitchens and Dining Rooms
Par Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Chami Jotisalikorn, Karina Zabihi. 2004
With over one hundred full-color photographs, Contemporary Asian Kitchens and Dining Rooms looks at a wide range of inspirational cooking…
and dining spaces, from the elegance of open-plan entertaining to the raw, modern look of an industrial kitchen.Few rooms in the house depict the changing aesthetics of design as radically as kitchens and dining rooms. The growing trend toward modern fixtures and fittings in kitchens calls for more interactive and creative dining areas, a trend that is redefining the Asian home. Innovation and quality leap from every page of this book, which features the work of some of the best architects and designers from Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia and Bali. Special sections on al fresco dining as well as tips on how to create the ultimate in table settings give this book an up-to-the-minute edge. Every design is modern and appropriate for homes from Asia to America.Quiet Beauty
Par Kendall H. Brown, David M. Cobb. 2013
Quiet Beauty: Japanese Gardens of North America is an extraordinary look at the most beautiful-and serene-gardens in the United States…
and Canada. Most Japanese garden books look to the gardens of Japan. Quiet Beauty explores the treasure trove of Japanese gardens located in North America. Featuring an intimate look at twenty-six gardens, with numerous stunning color photographs of each, that detail their style, history, and special functions, this book explores the ingenuity and range of Japanese landscaping.Gardens include: Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California Nitobe Memorial Garden, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia Japanese Garden, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Texas Garden of the Pine Winds, Denver Botanic Gardena, Colorado Japanese Garden, Montréal Botanical Garden, Québec Tenshin'en (The Garden of the Heart of Heaven), Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts Roji'en (Garden of Drops of Dew), The George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Japanese Gardens, The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, Florida Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, Margaret T. Hance Park, Arizona Garden of the Pine Wind, Garven Woodland Garden, Hot Springs, ArkansasGarden Voices
Par Carolyn Freas Rapp. 2007
Countless garden books tell us what, when, where and how to plant.Few explore the reasons why gardening becomes central to…
so many people's lives. In Garden Voices, Carolyn Rapp explores the relationships of women with their gardens, revealing sources of joy that go far beyond the pleasure of harvesting flowers, herbs or vegetables. As the 12 women tell their stories, readers will share the heartache and triumph set within plots of lovingly cultivated land.Everyone who reads Garden Voices will hear a whisper of themselves in the words of these creative, courageous, wise women.This is not just a book for people who love gardens; it's for people who love stories.Japanese Garden Design
Par Marc P. Keane, Haruzo Ohashi. 1996
The creation of a Japanese garden combines respect for nature with adherence to simple principles of aesthetics and structure. In…
Japanese Garden Design, landscape architect Marc Peter Keane presents the history and development of the classical metaphors that underlie all Japanese gardens.Keane describes the influences of Confucian, Shinto and Buddhist principles that have linked poetry and philosophy to the tangible metaphor of the garden. Detailed explanations of basic design concepts identify and interpret the symbolism of various garden forms and demonstrate these principles in use today.Green This! Greening Your Cleaning
Par Deirdre Imus. 2007
Change the way you clean and keep your family's home wholesome and healthy with the help of expert and activist…
Deirdre Imus. As Deirdre Imus reveals, some of the chemicals we use to maintain our homes are doing our families much more harm than good.Make it Last: Sustainably and Affordably Preserving What We Love (Diy Ser.)
Par Raleigh Briggs. 2014
Make It Last: Prolonging and Preserving What We Love bridges the gap between life in a disposable culture and the…
basic skills needed to save money and live more sustainably. This book teaches you how to extend the lives of the things you love by repairing clothing, preserving home-grown food, and even repairing your kitchen sink. Raleigh Briggs takes her longtime commitment to community building through the DIY movement and shares her valuable experience with the reader through a conversational tone in her hand drawn and illustrated guide.Quiet Beauty
Par Kendall H. Brown, David M. Cobb. 2013
Quiet Beauty: Japanese Gardens of North America is an extraordinary look at the most beautiful-and serene-gardens in the United States…
and Canada. Most Japanese garden books look to the gardens of Japan. Quiet Beauty explores the treasure trove of Japanese gardens located in North America. Featuring an intimate look at twenty-six gardens, with numerous stunning color photographs of each, that detail their style, history, and special functions, this book explores the ingenuity and range of Japanese landscaping.Gardens include: Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California Nitobe Memorial Garden, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia Japanese Garden, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Texas Garden of the Pine Winds, Denver Botanic Gardena, Colorado Japanese Garden, Montréal Botanical Garden, Québec Tenshin'en (The Garden of the Heart of Heaven), Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts Roji'en (Garden of Drops of Dew), The George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Japanese Gardens, The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, Florida Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, Margaret T. Hance Park, Arizona Garden of the Pine Wind, Garven Woodland Garden, Hot Springs, ArkansasAll Things Paper
Par Ann Martin. 2010
Ann Martin has searched the world over for unique and beautiful paper crafts to feature on her popular website--AllThingsPaper.net. In…
this book, she gathers completely new projects and shows how each is created, step-by-step.All of the paper products in this book are designed by respected paper craft artists, such as Benjamin John Coleman, Patricia Zapata, and Richela Fabian Morgan, who have been making amazing things with paper for many years. Each of the projects, from simple to more complex, has easy-to-follow instructions and detailed photos enabling you to create your own! These colorful and impressive pieces include art objects to display at home as well as items which have practical uses. All of the pieces make a wonderful keepsake or a gift that expresses the beauty, elegance, and versatility of paper.Projects include:Candle LuminariesCitrus Slice CoastersMysterious Stationery BoxEveryday Tote BagSilver Orb PendantFine Paper Yarn NecklaceWedding Cake CardPerfect Journey JournalMake Your Place: Affordable, Sustainable Nesting Skills (Diy Ser.)
Par Raleigh Briggs. 2007
Raleigh Briggs teaches us how to craft a sustainable domestic life outside of consumer consciousness. And it's not as hard…
as we may think! This hand-drawn book of charming tutorials is both fun and accessible. It's full of simple skills that anyone can and should learn. From creating tinctures and salves, to concocting all-natural cleaners, to gardening basics, this book is great for anyone looking to live more simply and truly do it themselves.