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  Divided Hearts - A Civil War...

  Barbara Brackman

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  The fascinating story of Civil War friendships across the Mason-Dixon line from the bestselling author and “renowned quilt historian” (Time). 
   
  Create your own historically inspired friendship quilt with twelve popular blocks from the Civil War era. Each album block comes with design variations and an optional center flourish, plus setting instructions. Read compelling narratives of the women who found their hearts divided during the war, yet left a legacy of friendship quilts as proof of their bond. 
   
  “Inspired by friendship quilts created between 1840 and 1861, Brackman focuses on women with ‘divided hearts,’ Northern women living in the South, and Southern women educated in the North, or with families divided by the Civil War . . . readers learn about twelve women’s lives that spanned the divide. Photographs and maps accompany the biographies. History comes alive through these women . . . You don’t have to be a quilt maker to enjoy reading the history and biographies of these amazing women.” —The Literate Quilter 
   
   
   
  “The historical narratives about the women are so interesting . . . The quilts are beautiful and I love the idea of a friendship quilt . . . [an] amazing book.” —Crafty Moms Share

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  Unbeaten Tracks in Japan

  Isabella L. Bird

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  Isabella Lucy Bird was a 19th century English traveller, writer, and natural historian. She was a sickly child, however, while she was travelling she was almost always healthy. Her first trip, in 1854, took her to America, visiting relatives. Her first book, The Englishwoman in America was published anonymously two years later.Unbeaten Tracks in Japan is compiled of the letters she sent to her sister during her 7 months sojourn in Japan in 1878. Her travels there took her from Edo (now called Tokyo) through the interior - where she was often the first foreigner the locals had met - to Niigata, and from there to Aomori. There she crossed over to Yezo (Hokkaido), and her account on the life of the Ainu, an indigenous people of Japan, provides an interesting glimpse of days long past. (Summary by Availle)

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  Backroads of the California...

  Karen Misuraca

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  A guide to exploring the natural beauty and historic sites of the Pacific coast via a selection of lesser-known scenic routes throughout California. 
   
  From sprawling beaches to dramatic cliffs, the landscapes carved out by the mighty Pacific Ocean have been a destination for adventure and discovery since the earliest Spanish explorers arrived in the 1600s. While here and there the coastal wilderness has given way to California’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities, the backroads and mountain lanes afford countless opportunities to experience the quiet of nature or explore the history of centuries-old communities. Visit sleepy fishing villages and historic landmarks of the Old West; hike through lush wilderness and fish in clear mountain streams; or catch some waves at one of the many pristine beaches along California’s glorious coastline. 
   
  With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, Backroads of the California Coast offers two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation’s most glorious landscapes.

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  Keep Kids Safe - How to Clean...

  Christ Supplies

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  How to Clean & Disinfect Child-Care Facilities Germs in children's play areas are unavoidable. But knowing how to deal with them is not always easy. Our goal here is to furnish information and guidance, so that kids are kept as safe as possible from exposure to harmful pathogens. In this book, you will learn about: • Purchasing better cleaning chemicals • Toxicity of various disinfectants • New passive antimicrobial technologies • Proper protocol for effective sanitation • Green product certification programs

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  Super-cute Pincushions - 35...

  Kate Haxell

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  In Super-cute Pincushions you'll find 35 whimsical and creative pincushion projects that are pretty to look at as well as practical to use. Choose from an array of imaginative ideas: adorable pincushion pets such as the hedgehog or tortoise are the perfect gift for an animal lover, while the festive Christmas tree pincushion is a wonderful holiday gift. The pretty flower design with blanket-stitched petals is delightful and decorative, while the cute dinosaur cushion is a great project that kids can try. Kate Haxell's designs are also useful - some, such as the doughnut pincushion, have built-in storage, others can be hung up and some even sharpen your pins. With easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions, Super-cute Pincushions are simple to stitch and rewarding to make - they are the ideal gift for anyone who loves stitching. Please note that templates are not included in the digital edition. Kate Haxell is an experienced craft editor and author. She has worked on a wide range of craft and design books, including Vintage Hearts & Flowers, Quick and Easy Handmade Storage, Quick and Easy Handmade Garden Furniture and The Seed Bead Book, all published by CICO Books.

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  Simplify with Camille Roskelley...

  Camille Roskelley

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  Learn simple techniques for bringing hand-crafted style to your home in this guide to quilting with pre-cut jelly rolls, fat quarters, and more. 
   
  In Simplify, quilter and fabric designer Camille Roskelley shares her pared-down approach to quilting that focuses on the essentials. She presents simple projects using gorgeous modern design and no-fuss fabric selection. Starting with a chapter on quilting basics, Camille offers easy-to-follow instructions for 14 projects, including pillows, table toppers, quilts, and more.

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