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  The Spell of Egypt

  Robert Smythe Hichens

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  The author, a British journalist and novelist, is interested in the feel of the places he visits. He describes at length a visit he has made to Egypt, with emphasis on the emotional response the places generate. (summary by Sibella)

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  Ribbonwork Gardens - The...

  Christen Brown

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  With just seven basic knots and stitches, you can add lovingly handmade details to everything you sew—from quilts to craft projects to fashion accessories. 
   
  Learn to make 122 exquisite floral elements with ribbon, using just seven basic knots and stitches. Create a stunning fabric landscape and fill it with beautiful ribbon blooms like sweet cottage daffodils, bold and bright dahlias, or perfect little sweet peas.  
   
  Suitable for every skill level, this indispensable guide shows you all the flower-making basics with plenty of how-to photos. It’s a complete compendium—with ribbon styles, selection and care, cutting charts, troubleshooting tips, and a gallery of inspirational ideas for using the floral vignettes you design.

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  Restoring Grandfather Clocks

  Brian Smith, Eric Smith

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  The grandfather clock, an entirely new kind of furniture, first appeared in the late seventeenth century. From then on, with its long case to protect pendulum and weights, its rugged movement and large, clear indication of time, it has been a success story right up to the present day. Virtually none of these clocks is beyond repair and often the work required is within the scope of inexperienced owners. This is the first full-length book to cover repair and restoration of these attractive and often valuable antiques, including their casework. The first part outlines how to clean and service the clock 'works' and also how to refurbish the dial, while in the second part restoration or casework, both structural repairs and finishing, is considered. The illustrations are of two actual clocks (one eight-day and one thirty-hour) and work proceeding on them. The last part of the book sketches common variations from these particular examples. Armed with this book and appropriate tools (for work on both movement and case), the owner of a dilapidated grandfather clock will be encouraged and given the know-how to restore it to life as a useful and attractive clock and a prized possession.

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  Roast - The Home Mezcal Making...

  David Dumont

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  Discover the time-honored secrets of crafting authentic mezcal right in your own kitchen!In this busy world, the special touch of handmade spirits often gets lost among mass-produced drinks. But the unique charm of real mezcal still shines bright for those who love and understand spirits.Many dream of capturing Oaxacan flavors in homemade mezcal. Yet its complex rural art seems out of reach, known only to remote areas of Oaxaca. This leaves eager enthusiasts without the know-how they need to produce this unique beverage. Here's a fact that shows just how special Oaxaca's mezcal is: more than 90% of the global production of mezcal comes from this Mexican city. Indeed, mezcal is a rare spirit.For a beginner, mezcal can be tough. Its rich taste and old ways are so overwhelming.   But imagine if you could uncover mezcal’s secrets easily, grasping its magic enough to make it at home.Inside, you will discover:• Why finding the perfect agave is key, and how where it grows affects the eventual flavor – choose your agave wisely for the best mezcal• A clear breakdown of traditional Oaxacan production methods blended with handy tips for home-brewing novices• Expert advice on pairing mezcal with typical local dishes, with recipes and pointers to heighten both your food and drink• An enlightening look into the fascinating history and perennial traditions of agave spirits – get to know the variations between mezcal, tequila, and pulque• How local mezcal producers bring jobs and hope to their communities while retaining their cultural identities• How mezcal is surprisingly compatible with a healthy lifestyle, especially with the paleo diet, and how to enjoy it in a wholesome way• Handy tips and creative concepts for concocting your own mezcal at home, from roasting to aging, put a personal spin on your brewAnd much more!

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  Chicken DIY - 20 Fun-to-Make...

  Samantha Johnson

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  The popularity of egg-laying chickens is on the rise. Sustainable and fun, raising chickens is one of the most interesting and rewarding backyard hobbies you can find. In Chicken DIY, aspiring chicken farmers will find creative plans and easy-to-follow construction tips for making a safe and healthy environment for their fine-feathered friends. Veteran farmers and poultry enthusiasts Samantha and Daniel Johnson provide complete and easy-to-follow instructions for 20 essential projects, from coops and feeders to runs, ramps, roosts, and incubators. Clear step-by-step color photographs guide the reader through each hands-on project. Inside Chicken DIY How to prepare and build a safe and healthy environment for your backyard flock 20 hands-on projects for chicken coops, roosts, runs, ramps, feeders, waterers, nest boxes, egg incubators, and more Clear step-by-step color photographs Overview of the basic tools and skills needed to complete each project Complete, thorough, and easy-to-follow instructions "Why DIY?" section explains the positive benefits and satisfaction of building things yourself Bonus chapter takes a fascinating look at the history of chicken-keeping and DIY chicken projects through history

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  Zebras - Photos and Fun Facts...

  Isis Gaillard

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  Do you want to be amazed by Zebra pictures? Let's see color photos of Zebras! 
  You and your child will find pictures of Zebras in short simplified text for children learning to read or those who like picture books. 
  Zebras: Photos and Fun Facts for Kids. It is Book 22 in the Kids Learn with Pictures Series. This book is around a clear concept: see pictures of Zebras. 
  This is a stock photo book of animals that ASK QUESTIONS of the pictures shown to the reader to encourage interaction and responses from the child. 
  Be sure to read the other books in the Kids Learn With Pictures Series.

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