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Books > Sport & Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes & games > Models & model-making
Paul Farrell's stackable cards are fun for all the family Build a
skyscraper using the beautifully-designed cards, with only your
imagination to limit you. Each pack contains 64 cards (105 x 69 mm)
in a variety of graphic designs. Clever paper engineering allows
you to slot the cards together, building up and out in whichever
way you like! Also included is a short booklet, with descriptions
of the key elements of a skyscraper and suggestions of how to build
your masterpiece. You can go traditional or get abstract and
construct your own crazy high-rise! Renowned illustrator Paul
Farrell has designed these cards in a cool, graphic style - turning
the image of a skyscraper into a work of art. Fun, educational,
creative and mindful. The sky's the limit!
Have you always wondered how to do a cryptic crossword? Solving one
maybe easier than you think thanks to this book. The Telegraph's
Puzzle Editor, Chris Lancaster, shows how to crack cryptic
crosswords in an easy-to-follow way. This simple-to-use guide will
help you solve any cryptic crossword, whether you're a complete
beginner or a puzzler seeking to expand your knowledge. This book
features: - Explanations of the common clue devices, including
double definitions, hidden clues, charades, subtractions,
homophones and container-and-contents clues - Work-throughs of
practice crosswords - Tips for spotting each variety of clue - The
top 10 solving tips you need to know - Advice on reference
materials and taking your puzzling to the next level - Chris's
top-12 solving tips - Appendices of useful lists including
single-letter abbreviations and a glossary of common 'crosswordese'
Whether you're a novice or an inveterate puzzle lover, this is the
perfect crossword solving guide for all.
Virtually build any LEGO creation you can imagine-with any LEGO
part ever made! This fun guide shows how to create just about
anything from virtual LEGO blocks using free software. Learn how to
install and customize LEGO Digital Designer, navigate the user
interface, and get started on your own projects. LDrawTM and
Mecabricks are also clearly explained. Building with Virtual LEGO:
Getting Started with LEGO Digital Designer, LDrawTM, and Mecabricks
features DIY projects that illustrate each technique and software
tool. You will see how to upload and share your creations
online-even modify projects that others have built! Find out how
to: * Download, set up, and configure LEGO Digital Designer *
Navigate the LDD user interface, menus, and tools * Identify the
different Lego parts and explore brick palettes * Quickly and
easily start creating your own LEGO models * Access the huge
library of out-of-print LEGO bricks in LDrawTM, including those
designed by hobbyists * Get up and running on Mecabricks and launch
creative projects online * Write clear instructions and share them
with other virtual LEGO enthusiasts * Create custom bricks and
participate in the LDrawTM parts design process
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are
not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or
access to any online entitlements included with the product. GET
STARTED WITH METAL INERT GAS (MIG) WELDING!A practical guide with
step-by-step instructions and hands-on projects for newcomers to
metalwork and MIG welding The TAB Guide to DIY Welding shows you
how to get started with MIG welding and metalworking. Inside,
you'll find illustrated step-by-step instructions formaking useful
objects for around the home, as well as fun artistic projects. This
easy-to-follow book takes you through setting up a metalworking
studio, finding local resources for materials, and the safe
operation of metal studio tools. Everything you need to know about
MIG welding is here in one handy resource. You'll learn what steel
is made of and the principles behind electrical welding. Then
you'll learn how to acquire new steel, how to interface with steel
suppliers,and how to find your own salvaged steel. After the basic
principles of metalworking, hand and power tools arecovered--and
they're put to use through hands-on projects that allow you to
develop new welding skills and establishbuilding blocks for future
tasks. By the end of the book, you'll be able to create successful
metal projects on your own, like a pro! Illustrated instructions
with photos and drawings provide step-by-step procedures and clear
explanations Projects include useful items for around your home
andgarden, including a log holder, plant stands and tables,
arolling garden cart, and a barbeque grill Easy-to-follow examples
and explanations for beginningartists, DIYers, and hobbyists Expert
advice from an experienced teacher of MIGwelding courses Course
supplement for classroom and shop instruction A list of online and
local resources to help beginningmetalworkers access a metalworking
community
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