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Camping and Woodcraft
(Paperback)
Horace Kephart; Introduction by George Ellison, Janet McCue
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The exquisite Japanese hikaru dorodango, or shiny mud ball, is
created by rolling earth by hand into a perfect sphere and
polishing it until it gleams. Not only are the results truly
impressive, but this calm and meditative practice, once a
playground game, has been rediscovered as a peaceful pastime. Known
for inducing flow, the ultimate state of happiness, this simple art
is being adopted by people of all ages. Alongside beautiful
photographs of the process, master dorodango maker Bruce Gardner
covers every aspect of making and finishing your dorodango,
accompanied by inspiring words on the mindful qualities of this
earthy activity.
Highly readable and hugely practical this book is either armchair
reading or a valuable guide to getting your hands dirty and
creating something useful as you discover the art of slow
technology. Featuring topics such as building bread ovens, making
clay pots in a bonfire, felling and processing trees, cooking on
open fires, blacksmithing, beer making, wattle and daubing, this
book is a combination of the dangerous book for boys and a
practical manual of experimental archaeology and historical
research.
Survival Guide for Living With Mother Nature and Other Things
Learned in the Wild "Having this book in your backpack just may
save your life one day." Jesse Weiland, national park ranger #1
Bestseller in Safety & First Aid, Hiking & Camping, Natural
Disasters, and Reference Prepare for all the worst-case scenarios
mother earth throws at you with Mother Nature is Not Trying to Kill
You the only survival guide you need to overcome wildlife, natural
disasters, and everything else outdoors. Survive the unexpected.
Statistically, you're more likely to die from a vending machine
than a shark. But, Rob Nelson knows many shark survivors. His
college girlfriend was attacked by a crocodile and his roommate, a
grizzly bear. His wife was sucked by a wave down a blowhole, he was
left stranded at sea after a storm sank his sailboat, and the list
goes on and on. To Rob, these "improbable" altercations are "random
acts of nature," and he's learned how to survive them. On knots,
poisonous plants, and natural disasters. Featuring 52 challenges
you can encounter in the wilderness, this survival guide is your
year-long crash course for ultimate disaster management. Whether
you're preparing for a moose attack or a nuclear fallout, Mother
Nature is Not Trying to Kill You enables you to confront the
natural world with skill and confidence. This wilderness survival
guidebook also includes: Pop culture examples like Jaws and The
Revenant Nature and science-packed stories and narratives Diagrams,
survival tips, and more! If you enjoyed books like Bushcraft 101,
The Worst Case Scenario, or SAS Survival Handbook, then Mother
Nature is Not Trying to Kill You is your next read!
Learn to hook with easy step-by-step photos! Rug hooking at its
simplest is pulling loops of colorful wool fabric through a piece
of linen backing to create beautiful designs for the floor or wall.
Though in years past this was accomplished with a bent nail, a feed
bag, and worn-out clothing, today we have specialized hooks and
other tools that make the process much easier. In Basic Rug
Hooking, you will learn what tools and materials you need to get
started, and how to pull your first loops. Once you've learned and
practiced the basics, you will be ready to try any of the 5 hooked
projects included. Each project includes the pattern and complete
step-by-step illustrated instructions. The styles of rugs you can
make once you've learned the basic hooking process are endless. Rug
hookers today create traditional florals, bright geometrics,
pictorials, portaits, and primitives perfect for the modern
farmhouse. Basic Rug Hooking teaches you everything you need to
know to start hooking today!
As more and more people join the do-it-yourself revolution, they
are breathing new life into many time-honored skills and crafts.
Blacksmithing is among the trades that are enjoying a resurgence
for both practical and artistic uses, yet there is not an abundance
of readily accessible information available to beginning
blacksmiths to help them get started and understand the craft.
Author Ryan Ridgway, a veterinarian and blacksmith with more than
fifteen years of metalworking experience, hopes to fill that void
with this comprehensive volume geared toward answering the many
questions that new blacksmiths often have. By explaining the
physics of moving metal, the different styles of anvils and forges,
and alternative fuel sources, Ridgway sets his book apart from less
detailed volumes. Forty practical, easy-to-follow projects are
presented, showing aspiring blacksmiths how to make tools, such as
hammers and chisels; farm implements, such as gate latches and hoof
picks; and items for home use, including drawer pulls and candle
holders. Inside The Home Blacksmith: The evolution of blacksmithing
around the world and the differences between the tools specific to
each region The behavior of heated metal and the science of
metalworking Setting up a shop safely and economically The heart of
your shop--the anvil and forge--and the other essential tools
Working with different types of steel, including how to salvage
steel for different uses Techniques from beginning to advanced
Step-by-step instructions for forty blacksmithing projects: tools
and other implements as well as decorative pieces for personal use
or sale
Who could say no to adorable animals with sweet personalities? Use
basic stitches to crochet amigurumi softies that will delight young
and old alike. Use your favorite yarns to create a collection of 6"
to 12" tall amigurumi animals, including a lamb, giraffe, elephant,
raccoon, turtle, turkey, and more. Perfect for amigurumi fans who
like larger projects and anyone who loves to crochet toys These
irresistible cuties make great gifts for adults and children You'll
enjoy crocheting and sharing unique softies
Since Ben Franklin brought broomcorn to America from Egypt in 1790,
the humble kitchen broom has been an integral part of our daily
lives. Discover the rich and colorful history of the American
broomcorn industry, learn how broomcorn is grown, harvested, and
dyed, and, following easy step-by-step instructions with
photographs and illustrations, make your own broom using one of the
seven different broom patterns provided, including Kitchen, Hearth,
Cobweb, Turkey Wing Whisk, and Angel Whisk brooms. More than 150
masterpieces by America's most talented artistic broom makers
appear in the gallery section and feature a surprisingly diverse
and colorful array of handles and stalks. Entertain yourself with
broom lore and superstitions, discover proper care methods to get
the most out of your broom, quickly learn all the broom terms you
need in the glossary, and also find a recipe for Broomstick Cake!
Whether you have already tried your hand at bookbinding or are a
complete beginner, Rachel's knowledge and passion will inspire you
to explore the many possibilities of bookart. After explaining the
tools and materials needed, Rachel takes you through each project
with step-by-step instructions. Different techniques for cutting
and folding are demonstrated, and, once you are happy with the
various techniques, you will then begin to bind your own books with
stitches such as ladder, dash and chain. Projects include The Slit
Book, A Concertina with Pockets and The Five-Hole Pamphlet, which
can then be developed further to create unique and personal
handmade notebooks, books and keepsakes that are not only fun and
satisfying to make, but also make wonderful gifts.
Will Lilacwell works its magic once more?Times are changing in
Lilacwell. Not only have Jasper and Adira settled into The Laurels
manor, newly engaged and firmly casting off the shackles of their
respective city lives, but Adira's friend and ex-colleague, Rory,
is now also looking to leave London for the quiet beauty of the
Forest of Bowland. Sparks flew when he and Lilacwell's innkeeper,
Cassie, met at the summer party a few months ago, but Cassie has
been loved and left before and is reluctant to put all her trust in
Rory, who might return to his promising law career for the right
offer. With Jasper and Adira's wedding just around the corner, love
is in the air for Lilacwell, and some big changes are coming to the
sleepy village... A beautifully cosy romance for fans of Holly
Martin and Jessica Redland.
Welcome to Halesmere House, where romance might be just around the
corner...After years of living in the past, Ella is ready to start
building a future. The perfect opportunity presents itself when she
is offered a short-term role at Halesmere House in the Lake
District, and tasked with kick-starting its artists' residence. She
can't wait to start and explore a new career in an inspiring
location. But when Ella arrives at Halesmere, she wonders if she's
made a huge mistake after she clashes with Max, the new owner. Max
has his own reasons to be unsettled by her presence, but despite
his misgivings it seems everyone else loves having Ella around. As
a single dad, it's his children's attachment to her that bothers
him most. Who will pick up the pieces when Ella leaves? What Max
doesn't know is that Ella is falling for more than just the Lake
District and the community around her. Can her temporary job lead
to a permanent happy ending? A tender and uplifting Christmas
romance for fans of Heidi Swain, Karen Swan and Sue Moorcroft.
Praise for Snowfall Over Halesmere House 'Warmth, community and
romance all wrapped up in a sumptuous setting - this is everything
I want from a Christmas book!' Donna Ashcroft 'Suzanne's writing
flows beautifully and her characters are real and vibrant. I
thoroughly enjoyed the story carrying me along until was quite
desperate for Ella and Max to find a way to be together.' Sue
Moorcroft
A wealth of stylish patterns inspired by the textile history of
Norway. One of the oldest textile factories in Norway, Salhus
Tricotagefabrik (1859-1989) operated outside Bergen for over 130
years, producing thousands of sweaters and other durable everyday
clothes such as wool and cotton underwear and woollen socks. The
technical limitations of the knitting machines of the day gave rise
to timeless geometric motifs with strikingly distinctive features
motifs which inspired some of Norway's best-loved knit designers to
come together and create this striking collection of all-new
contemporary hand-knit garments, now translated into English for
the first time! A detailed introduction to Salhus Tricotagefabrik
Sweaters, jackets, skirts, home decor, and more, for children and
adults The best of both worlds: bold, dynamic, fashionably retro
designs, and flattering contemporary shaping and cut! Full-colour
photographs and step-by-step instructions, with patterns that
include both complex finishing for veterans and simpler raglan
shaping Features designs from Birger Berge, Kristin Wiola Odegard,
Siv Dyvik, Berit Lokken and other notable Norwegian designers
Featuring folklore, symbology and practical rituals alongside
ancient crafts and modern techniques this beautifully illustrated
book contains over 50 creative ways to use the gifts of the natural
world to make charms, talismans, amulets, altars and much more.
These natural offerings provide us with protection, good fortune
and healing. Being in nature helps us to relax and connect with our
innate knowing. When we're connected, we naturally want to collect:
a pink shell, sycamore key, a pinecone, or a pure white pebble that
calls to us. Nature's Hidden Charms is an invitation to reach into
the natural world, understand folklore and to explore and discover
the hidden symbols and gifts that even the tiniest twig or stone
can bring. Inside this treasure trove you will learn how to: *
Prepare to open the senses to intentionally connect with nature *
Create and make amulets, charms, alters, talismans and natural
mandalas * Work with plants, trees and herbs throughout the seasons
* Understand the folklore, history and symbology surrounding the
plants and practices featured * Recognise and explore symbols that
speak to you in the natural world From making a healing lavender
pouch to evoking the sacred power of the circle or arranging your
charms as a mandala for meditation, this book is for anyone wanting
to slow down, connect with nature and enjoy the simple pleasures of
the natural world.
Sticks are essentially practical aides but are also works of art
that often become integral to the owner. They have to be strong and
reliable, but are beautiful too. This essential book covers all
these qualities - it explains the traditional principles and
methods of stickmaking, but also celebrates the designs and ideas
behind these creations. Written by an award-winning stickmaker, it
provides a full account of this age-old craft. Topics covered
include materials, equipment and tools required to make a variety
of sticks from timber, antler and horn; stick types and shapes;
preparing timber to make handles and shanks; straightening shanks;
making joints and exhibiting and competing. This new book will be
an inspiration for all stickmakers, both new and old.
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