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  Modern Americana

  Max Humphrey

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  Designer Max Humphrey gives readers confidence to create their own stylish digs using things they collect, buy, inherit, or dumpster-dive for. Americana design elements that can fuel decorating styles from classic American country to urban lofts and everything in between. The book includes design elements from a range of Humphrey’s design projects.

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  Fabulous Fat Quarter Bags

  Susan Briscoe

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  Make quilted bags for every day, from coin purses to backpacks to laptop bags, using precut fabrics—from the author of The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook.   Susan Briscoe’s new collection of practical designs for bags and purses are sure to inspire. She takes you through a collection of fourteen designs—a duo for every day of the week—with each complimentary pair featuring easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that make the bags quick and fun to create. Every bag is accompanied by a variation that shows off the details in a completely different color scheme, essentially giving you fourteen additional inspirational designs.

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  Stanier - Black Five Locomotives

  Keith Langston

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  It is possible that in the history of British steam locomotives no class of engine was ever more universally popular than the Stanier 5MT 4-6-0 class, which were generally referred to as Black Fives. This informative book includes numerous images of the class at work, many of which are published for the first time.Introduced by the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) in 1934 the building of the 842-strong class was shared between the locomotive works at Crewe, Horwich and Derby and also by the private builders Armstrong Whitworth Ltd. and Vulcan Foundry Ltd. With the exception of a pause in production during the war time years Black Five locomotives continued to be built until May 1951, when the last example was out-shopped from BR Horwich Works. Only four examples of the class were named, but a fifth locomotive was allocated a name which it reportedly never carried.They were often referred to as the finest mixed-traffic locomotives ever to run in Britain. William Arthur Stanier joined the LMS in 1932 having previously served the Great Western Railway (GWR) at Swindon Works, doubtless his LMS 2-cylinder tapered boiler Class 5 4-6-0 design reflected his Swindon experiences.This highly efficient and reliable general-purpose design (in several variants) could generally be seen at work over all of the former LMS network, from Thurso in the north of Scotland to Bournemouth (Somerset & Dorset Joint Railway) in the south of England. They became the ultimate go everywhere steam locomotives, working all manner of trains from slow goods to express passenger services.In 1967 just prior to the end of steam, British Railways remarkably listed 151 Stanier Black Fives as serviceable locomotives. A total of 18 Stanier Black Five locomotives survived into preservation, with the majority of those having been returned to steam.

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  The Mustard Book

  Robin Weir, Rosamond Man

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  The definitive book on one of the world’s most versatile ingredients.   Mustard has a long and fascinating history weaving back through many different cultures. It was being cultivated even earlier than 4000 BC. The peppery flavored leaves of the plant can be eaten and are indeed one of the mainstays of southern American soul food cooking. Its seeds can be pressed to make oil as well as used whole.   This is the first authoritative book on the subject and covers all aspects of its history, cultivation, and its many and varied uses, both culinary and medicinal. There is something here for everyone, from the professional chef, who may want to learn how to make mustard from scratch, to the home cook. The bulk of the book is dedicated to over 150 recipes using mustard as an ingredient and includes recipes for sauces, soups, starters, fish, poultry, game, meat, vegetables, pickles, baking, savories, and puddings. There is also a section on making mustard at home.   Among the tempting treats to try are Mostarda di Cremona, now a fashionable relish on many tables, glazes for baked hams, chicken wings with mustard and lime, mackerel in black treacle and mustard, lapin moutarde (one of the classics of the French kitchen), glazed salt beef with mustard sauce, mustard seed sausages, mustard greens in coconut milk, piccalilli (probably one of the most famous pickles), spiced gingerbread, and mustard seed and allspice biscuits.  

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  The Essential Wood Carving Book...

  Lora Hindes, TOM IRISH

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  The Essential Wood Carving Book: Master the Craft of Carpentry for Functional and Artistic Woodworks, Discover the Joys of Woodworking With Step-by-Step Projects and Techniques 
  Introducing "The Essential Wood Carving Book." Embrace the time-honored tradition of woodworking as you journey from fundamental skills to intricate carving techniques that promise to elevate your work from simple to sublime. 
  Chip away at the craft with: 
  🪓 Tool Techniques: Gain proficiency in the use of chisels, gouges, and knives, understanding how each instrument can shape your vision into reality. 
  🪵 Timber Selection: Learn to select the perfect wood for your projects, appreciating the grains, textures, and characteristics that make each piece unique. 
  🛠 Step-by-Step Projects: Follow detailed instructions for beginner to advanced projects, building your skills and confidence as you progress. 
  🎨 Artistic Applications: Discover the joy of artistic expression through wood carving, exploring the limitless potential of this versatile medium. 
  "The Essential Wood Carving Book" is a must-have resource for aspiring carvers, seasoned woodworkers, and anyone with a love for crafting by hand. 
  Each chapter whittles away the unnecessary, leaving you with clear, concise knowledge—to instruct, to inspire, and to invigorate your creative spirit. 
  Are you prepared to slice into the heart of carpentry? To feel the gratification of each curl of wood peeled back by your hand? To witness your artistry emerge from the rugged blocks of nature? 
  Grasp the handle of your carving tools with "The Essential Wood Carving Book" and start shaping your legacy in wood, one chip at a time. 📚🪓🌲

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  Understanding Your Cat - How to...

  David Alderton

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  Understanding Your Cat will teach you everything you need to know about how to communicate with your cat!

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