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Change Your Clothes, Change Your Life: Because You're Worth It
Par George Brescia. 2014
Open the door to harmonious, powerful, and positive dressing with a guide that's like The Secret--for your wardrobe. In this…
groundbreaking how-to book, style expert George Brescia shows you how to transform yourself from the inside out.More than a style guide, this revolutionary book by a seasoned stylist teaches a method of conscious dressing that begins with a powerful internal change. Instead of just grabbing for whatever's on hand, you'll learn to set your goals for the day, determining how you want to be perceived, and then dress in a way that helps manifest those intentions. Change Your Clothes, Change Your Life reveals the true power your clothing has to affect your life, showing how this second skin impacts your job prospects, your romantic life, your income, and even your deepest sense of self. Translating his styling methods into a philosophy anyone can apply on her own, Brescia also delivers tips and tricks of the trade to help convert even the most hapless dresser into a happy and educated shopper. Because the goal is to have you not only looking great, but feeling more confident, too. From major closet overhauls to a whole new philosophy on color, this is a comprehensive manual for anyone who's ever looked at her closet in despair. Accessible, direct, honest, and thought-provoking, Change Your Clothes, Change Your Life takes an eye-opening look at the intersection between our clothing and our emotions, hopes, and dreams, showing us how improving our external appearance can have life-changing effects on how we're perceived by others--and more importantly, on how we perceive ourselves.Freakin' Fabulous on a Budget
Par Clinton Kelly. 2013
The style guru and author of Freakin' Fabulous shows you how to have it all--haute fashion, food and décor--at bargain-basement…
prices.As co-host of TLC's popular What Not to Wear and ABC's The Chew, Clinton Kelly is constantly helping his guests look and feel their best. Now he's going to share his secrets for making every part of your life more fabulous--whether you want to make over your wardrobe, add glamour to your next soiree, or brighten up that dingy bathroom--even if there's no room in your budget. After all, Freakin' Fabulous doesn't have to come at a price--if you have Clinton in your corner. Filled with pages of full-color photography, helpful advice, and numerous ideas for styling, partying, and better living, this book will make you the envy of everyone on the block without emptying your bank account. As Kelly doles out wit and wisdom on everything from thrift store sprees to proper dinner etiquette, he playfully reminds you that you don't need to be a movie star to live like one...as long you shop smartly. Remember, anybody can be fabulous--it's not the size of your funds but how you use them.The Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2
Par Mark Montano. 2011
TLC's While You Were Out top designer Mark Montano's wildly anticipated follow-up to The Big-Ass Book of Crafts features more…
than 300 easy and fun crafts, with tips and tricks for quirky projects to make at home.Searching for crafty inspiration? Eager to try some new techniques? Need some more junk for your trunk? Well, look no further! In this cheeky sequel, Mark Montano picks up where his wildly popular The Big-Ass Book of Crafts left off, with even more spectacular--and easy-to-make--projects sure to satisfy crafters of all skill levels. Turn colorful ribbons into a show-stopping scarf . . . transform old cargo pants into a kick-ass carryall . . . a high-drama neckpiece made out of zippers? Absolutely. Along with a host of other wearable wonders, this exciting all-new volume includes sections such as Pillow Talk (fun, comfy, and made from the most surprising materials), Letter Perfect (cool designs to pop into the mailbox nearest you), Hey, I Could Use That (make a big statement with little things from magnets to nail polish), Just Kid-ding (cheery décor made from kid-centric stuff, guaranteed to make you smile!), That's Shoe Biz (fun fixes that give sidelined footwear and handbags a whole new life), and dozens of other ideas that are inventive, imaginative, and just plain fun. With his trademark humor and no-holds-barred approach to crafting, Mark will have you tapping into your creative soul and taking simple techniques to a whole new level in no time. We're not talking plant-hangers and potholders here--the more than 150 handmade projects in this truly unique compendium are artistic, eye-catching, and cutting-edge, from cool brooches and earrings to ingenious belts and bags, from Bauhaus-style furniture to fishbowl lanterns, and so much more!Homemade: The Heart and Science of Handcrafts
Par Harry Bates, Carol Endler Sterbenz. 2011
Offering an abundance of information and inspiration, Homemade is a revelatory addition to the craft world--the ultimate reference book on…
crafting and also a warm, engagingly written book that combines history and personal narrative with the science that makes a craft possible and the passion that inspires it. Carol Endler Sterbenz is a crafter, a teacher, a homemaker, a wife, and a mother. Raised by immigrant parents who taught her the enduring value of resourcefulness and creativity, she makes her lifetime of experience and infinite enthusiasm the foundation for Homemade. Sterbenz provides readers with not only practical information and direction but also a philosophy and methodology of crafting that build confidence and ability, making it easy to achieve truly professional results. Teeming with clear, reliable, and thorough information on everything from tools and materials to techniques, Homemade is an essential guide to seven of the most beloved crafts: beading, the flower arts, paper crafting, hand printing, decoupage, decorative embellishing, and children's arts and crafts. Crafters--beginners and veterans alike--can turn to Homemade to learn which glues and finishes to use, how to form a perfect beaded loop, assemble a miniature robot, hollow out an egg, emboss paper, make a hand-tied bouquet, or transform a chandelier. Overflowing with hundreds of techniques; easy-to-follow step-by-step directions supported by more than eight hundred beautiful and precise hand-drawn illustrations, diagrams, and patterns; and countless insider secrets and troubleshooting tips, Homemade is an indispensable go-to reference no crafter should be without.The Unofficial Guide to Crafting the World of Harry Potter: 30 Magical Crafts for Witches and Wizards—from Pencil Wands to House Colors Tie-Dye Shirts
Par Dinah Bucholz, Jamie Harrington. 2016
Charming crafts even Muggles can make! You won't need alchemy or a magic wand to make these magical projects inspired…
by the world of Harry Potter. With a little Hogwarts creativity and the step-by-step guidance of this spellbinding book, you'll be able to transfigurate simple supplies and things around the house into everything from Remembrall Rings to Butterbeer Lip Balm to Nargles for your front lawn. You'll be as busy as Mrs. Weasley knitting her Christmas sweaters as you dive into dozens of Potterific projects. Relive the excitement of Harry's adventures with these genius crafts. Drop some homemade Pgymy Puff Bath Fizzies into the tub and pretend you're Moaning Myrtle. Keep memories of the Quidditch pitch close with your very own Golden Snitch Necklace. Or show off the Sorting Hat's selection with a House Colors Tie-Dye Shirt. Accio, crafting supplies--it's time for some wonderful wizardly fun!Cocktails Across America: A Postcard View Of Cocktail Culture In The 1930s, '40s, And '50s
Par Diane Lapis, Anne Peck-Davis. 2018
50 20th century cocktail recipes illustrated with vintage postcards Cocktail culture boomed in the United States after Prohibition …
starting with the jazz-filled cocktail lounges and elegant supper clubs in New York City and as rail and automotive travel advanced flowing all the way to the postwar-era resorts and cabaret night spots of California and beyond Barkeepers and mixologists across the country were developing new-fangled concoctions like the Red Snapper the Santa Fe Cooler and Cooper s Ranch Punch A newly liberated America couldn t get enough The unique cocktail lounges hotel bars and other more exotic drinking venues ice rinks carousels and tropical gardens just to name a few defined this era of drinking culture and were immortalized in the linen postcards used to advertise them With over 50 vintage cocktail recipes including several modern twists fascinating historical vignettes and more than 150 pieces of vintage ephemera you will be transported to an era of unbridled indulgence and distinct glamourDribble Drabble: Process Art Experiences for Young Children
Par Deya Brashears Hill. 2016
Creative art should offer children the opportunities for originality, creativity, fluency, flexibility, and sensitivity. Remember, there is no right or…
wrong way of doing things in art. This collection of activities focuses on the process and not the finished product, to allow for growth and fun. All activities are easily adaptable for children from age two to eight.The 145 process-oriented art activities cover a wide range of media including painting, crayons, collage and sculpture, chalk, and printing. Activities are easy to prepare, to set-up, and to develop into project-approach explorations building on young children's interests and inquiries. These hands-on projects have been classroom-tested to ensure they keep learning fun and engaging.Deya Brashears Hill originally published Dribble Drabble in 1973 and it has been in publication continuously since then. She is currently the Director of the Orinda Preschool and an adjunct professor for various Bay Area colleges. Hill travels nationally to conduct workshops and seminars for early childhood professionals. Her areas of expertise are brain development, curriculum, and diversity in early childhood education. While in graduate school, she wrote scripts for Sesame Street during its formative years.Origami Japanese Paper-Folding
Par Florence Sakade. 1996
Origami Japanese Paper-Folding features 50 items, ranging from simple to more difficult. These include various animals, flowers, boxes, boats and…
the ever popular crane. A section on practical applications shows how origami can be used in mobiles, as party decorations, and for games. Each Origami item is explained with diagrams and clear easy to follow instructions, and the finished items are shown in photographs. This book on the delightful art of origami is sure to provide hours of creative entertainment for both children and adults.Origami Jungle
Par Michael G. Lafosse. 2004
Make colorful and simple origami animals and their jungle habitats with this easy origami ebook.Anteaters, Chameleons, Lemurs and Lizards are…
just a few of the fierce and beautiful origami jungle animals you can create with this paper craft origami ebook. World renowned origami author and artist Michael LaFosse provides origami enthusiasts a jungle themed paper craft ebook that both beginner and advanced folders will enjoy. Origami Jungle includes everything needed to get started in folding traditional designs and original creations to make elegant paper arrangements of jungle animals, vines and trees for gifts or decorations. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home-or as a wonderful gift for animal lovers.All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. This origami ebook contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Clear step-by-step instructions Easy-to-follow diagrams 42 simple origami jungle projectsOrigami Jungle provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating your own personal tropical nature preserve in no time!Origami projects include: Tree Sloth Crocodile Iguana Toucan Piranha And many more...Travel Origami
Par Cindy Ng. 2014
Make flashy origami projects out of postcards, photos and other travel keepsakes with this easy origami book.In Travel Origami, author…
Cindy Ng shows you how to take the paper souvenirs you collect on your travels and turn them into beautiful and useful folded origami objects that serve as visible mementoes! Use those postcards, street maps, tickets and souvenirs and convert them into artful memories that can last a lifetime.Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to decorate your room--or as a wonderful gift for paper craft lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. None of the projects require paint or glue so just grab some origami paper and start folding right away!This origami book contains: 120 page, full-color book 24 fun and functional origami projects Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photos Origami basics and tipsTravel Origami is the perfect way to stretch your adventures into hours of memory-making fun while reminiscing with family and friends.Origami projects include: Comic Strip Bracelet Metro Card Holder New Kind of Envelope Modern Money Ring And many more...The Complete Origami
Par Tuttle Publishing. 1992
Learn to fold beautiful and easy papercraft models with this origami ebook.The fascinating art of paper-folding, known as origami, has…
been practiced in Japan for centuries. It is more than the creation of delightful paper figures-it's an intricate craft than can be enjoyed by the young and old alike. The Complete Origami ebook includes everything a paper folder needs to create a variety of origami paper craft projects such as the peacock, frog, rabbit and even an elephant!Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home-or as a wonderful gift for paper craft lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami.The ebook contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and illustrations 30 fun projectsComplete Origami provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating origami models in no time!Origami projects include: House Candy Box Fan Flowers Ship Wolf Bird And many more...10-Fold Origami
Par Peter Engel. 2009
Make world-class origami art in just 10 steps with this beautiful and friendly origami book.Want to add a little Zen…
to your life? All you need is something to fold and the desire to express yourself! Renowned American origami artist and theorist Peter Engel features a completely original take on a very classic subject in this paper craft book, which features beautiful full-colored illustrations and easy-to-follow diagrams for 26 wide-ranging origami models.A wide variety of finished origami designs, from fun to romantic to functional, awaits you.Origami projects include: 96 page, full-color origami book 26 original origami projects Easy-to-follow directions Helpful diagrams and photographs Paper folding basics and tipsA difficulty rating is assigned to each paper crafts project, so you choose how advanced your next piece will be. For a rewarding craft that calms the spirit and sharpens the mind, look no further than 10-fold Origami.Origami projects include:Pinwheel Sunny Side Up Picture Frame Wedding Ring Goose and Golden EggBoise
Par Frank E. Aden. 2015
Boise was founded on the Oregon Trail in 1863, shortly after the opening of Fort Boise, which was built to…
protect the gold that had recently been discovered in the Boise Basin around Idaho City. By the late 1800s, Boise had a very large downtown infrastructure, and it saw the addition of many multistoried buildings after 1900. In the late 1960s though the 1970s, Boise experienced a major urban renewal project with many of the historic buildings being torn down to make way for a new downtown mall. Since the 1970s, many new buildings have filled in the lots created by the urban renewal. This book will give readers an idea of what Boise once looked like.Lake Ronkonkoma
Par Dale Spencer, Janet Rischbieter. 2015
The town of Lake Ronkonkoma began as a small farming community. By the 1870s, the lake's reputation as a vacation…
destination was spreading among wealthy New York City residents. The completion of the Long Island Motor Parkway in 1911 made the lake accessible to early automobile enthusiasts, and over time, as more could afford automobiles, the rich and poor alike flocked to its sparkling shores for swimming, boating, and fishing. In 1921, local businessman George C. Raynor created Raynor's Beach, the first in the lake's era of grand beach pavilions. By the mid-1920s, beach pavilions were located all around Lake Ronkonkoma's three miles of shoreline. Lake Ronkonkoma provides a view into the rich history of this unique community and its transformation to a bustling summer resort.Petersburg (Then and Now)
Par Laura E. Willoughby. 2006
The postcard collection included in this volume portrays Petersburg as both a progressive 20th century city and as a community…
with deep historical roots. Landmarks such as Old Blandford Church, the Hustings Courthouse, and the United States Custom House and Post Office (now City Hall) are highlighted in this book. Petersburg's Civil War history is also strongly represented with images of the Crater and surrounding battlefield and fortifications, as well as monuments, memorials, and museums that sprang up after the war.San Francisco
Par Robert W. Bowen. 2010
The golden age of postcards coincided with several momentous events in San Francisco history, including a major earthquake and fire…
destroying over one third of the city, rapid reconstruction, strikes, political upheaval, parades, festivals, and a world's fair. From World War I through World War II, jazz-age San Francisco experienced a building boom of houses, skyscrapers, and engineering marvels such as the Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge, creating a marvelous Bay Area landscape documented on thousands of ubiquitous, inexpensive picture postcards popular with both visiting tourists and local residents.Origami for Beginners
Par Florence Temko. 2002
Origami is an ideal craft for children since paperfolding develops dexterity and creativity. Origami is also a craft based on…
a few fundamental techniques, so Origami for Beginners is a useful starting point for origami fans of all ages and abilities.There is something for everyone in Origami for Beginners. Over forty, easy-to-make objects will appeal to a wide-ranging audience. There are jumping mice and adorable kittens as well as beautiful Christmas ornaments and gift boxes.This is the perfect book for anyone who enjoys creating with their hands.Louisville (Postcard History)
Par John Findling. 2009
Founded in 1778 as a portage point on the lower Ohio River, Louisville was closely tied to river commerce for…
a century. In the 1880s, the Southern Exposition and the growth of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad did much to establish the city as an important commercial link between the North and South. By 1900, Louisville was the 18th largest city in America, with a population of just over 200,000. The city had a vibrant downtown with elegant office buildings and hotels and one of the finest park systems in the country, designed by the Olmsted brothers in the 1890s. In Louisville, more than 200 postcards present a visual record of the institutions, prosperity, and charm of the river city.Wyoming County
Par Johanna S. Billings, Sean Billings. 2004
Wyoming County features postcards highlighting the history of communities nestled in the Endless Mountains. These unique images explore important industries…
such as the Noxen Tannery and the Lehigh Valley and Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroads. Numerous photographs depict the county seat, Tunkhannock, as well as the surrounding towns, such as the former resort areas of Lake Carey and Lake Winola; Vernon and Vose, which have almost completely disappeared; and Laceyville, which appears almost untouched by time. From an early hospital in Meshoppen to scenes near Falls, Mill City, and Mehoopany, Wyoming County is sure to delight both residents and visitors.South Bend in Vintage Postcards (Postcard History)
Par John Palmer. 2005
In the early 20th century, South Bend, Indiana's population more than tripled. Established industries like Studebaker and the Singer Sewing…
company rose to unprecedented heights of production, new businesses took root, andimmigrants flooded into the area. Photo postcards, originally a quick and inexpensive form of communication, became key documents of South Bend's growth, recording events,businesses, landmarks, and people. Through nearly 200 vintage postcards, this book details South Bend's story from the turn of the 20th century to the aftermath of World War II. These images give a glimpse of lost glamour, representing the city as past generations witnessed it.