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In Craeft, archaeologist and medieval historian Alexander Langlands argues that our modern understanding of craft only skims the surface. His journeys from his home in Wales have taken him along the Atlantic seaboard of Europe, from Spain through France and England to Scotland and Iceland in search of the lost meaning of craft.  

Using a travel guide format, Stephanie Pearl-McPhee acts as tour guide extraordinaire, describing and critiquing every aspect of this territory she knows so well: its people (young and old, male and female), familiar phrases ("purl this, darn that"), strange beliefs, currency (skein trading), etiquette, holidays (any sale day at the local yarn shop), and customs. She notes important dates in knitting history and celebrates unsung knitting heroes.

What if the house of your dreams is the home you have? Meet Melissa Michaels, creator of the popular blog The Inspired Room and the best contentment coach you'll ever meet. With humor and candor, Melissa reveals how to transform your rooms (and your life) from plainly livable to fabulously lovable.  

1940: Parisian seamstress Estella Bissette is forced to flee France as the Germans advance. She is bound for Manhattan with a few francs, one suitcase, her sewing machine and a dream: to have her own atelier. 2015: Australian curator Fabienne Bissette journeys to the annual Met Gala for an exhibition of her beloved grandmother's work - one of the world's leading designers of ready-to-wear. But as Fabienne learns more about her grandmother's past, she uncovers a story of tragedy, heartbreak and secrets - and the sacrifices made for love.

An alternative biography of Mary, Queen of Scots through the textiles of her life from the author of Sunday Times bestseller Threads of Life. I felt that Mary was there, pulling at my sleeve, willing me to appreciate the artistry, wanting me to understand the dazzle of the material world that...

There is a major disconnect between what we wear and our knowledge of its impact on land, air, water, labor, and human health. Even those who value access to safe, local, nutritious food have largely overlooked the production of fiber, dyes, and the chemistry that forms the backbone of modern textile production. While humans are 100 percent reliant on their second skin, it’s common to think little about the biological and human cultural context from which our clothing derives.

Stockinette, ribbing, cables, even the humble yarn over can instantly evoke places, times, people, conversations, all those poignant moments that we’ve tucked away in our memory banks. Over time, those stitches form a map of our lives. —From the preface In The Yarn Whisperer: Reflections on...

Like golfing, fishing, and gardening, knitting is an obsession. It's an activity fraught with guilt, frustration, over-optimism, sly deception, and compulsion, along with passionate moments of creative enlightenment - not to mention heaps of yarn you really think you'll knit someday. The first step toward recovery is getting help - and having a good laugh at your compulsion. At Knit's End is a wicked and wickedly funny fix for any knitter.

When Dungeon & Dragons made its debut in the mid-1970s, followed shortly thereafter by other, similar tabletop games, it sparked a renaissance in game design and critical thinking about games. D&D is now popularly considered to be the first role-playing game. But in the original rules, the term “role-playing” is nowhere to be found; D&D was marketed as a war game.

From atomic structures to theories about magnetic forces, scientific progress has given us a good grasp on the properties of many different materials. However, science cannot tell us how to measure the temperature of steel just by looking at it, or how to sculpt stone into all kinds of shapes...

“Orenstein is such a breezy, funny writer, it’s easy to forget she’s an important thinker too.”—People In this lively, funny memoir, Peggy Orenstein sets out to make a sweater from scratch—shearing, spinning, dyeing wool—and in the process discovers how we find our deepest selves...

Twenty-four aircrew who flew the iconic aircraft with the Fleet Air Arm, the Royal Air Force, and the South African Air Force (SAAF) relate their experiences and affection for the Blackburn Buccaneer. Arranged in chronological order, the book traces the history of the aircraft and the tasks it fulfilled. In addition to describing events and activities, it provides an insight into the lifestyle of a Buccaneer squadron and the fun and enjoyment of being a "Buccaneer Boy" in addition to being part of a highly professional and dedicated force.

Ein hübsches Blumenrelief, Figuren für die Weihnachtskrippe oder eine abstrakte Statue als Blickfang im Wohnzimmer? Schnitzkunst ist nicht nur unendlich vielfältig, sondern begeistert seit Jahrtausenden Menschen auf der ganzen Welt – und wenn Sie damit gerne selbst Ihre Kreativität fließen lassen möchten, dann zeigt dieses Buch Ihnen step-by-step einen unkomplizierten Weg zum Holzkünstler.

This audiobook will help you in taking your first steps towards maintaining a bullet journal. Use your bullet journal to unleash your creativity, stop procrastination, clear your head so you can work towards achieving your life goals, and get your life back on track. Your bullet journal is the most powerful tool you will ever come across that can actually change your life and help you realize your dreams. Having a bullet journal and maintaining a bullet journaling habit is an absolute must for you if you feel you are not able to realize your true potential.

"Einfach nur so zum Vergnügen" Wissenswertes für Zigarrenliebhaber und solche, die es werden wollen. "Wissen Sie, wie man eine gute Zigarre genießt?" fragt der Autor des Hörbuchs und hat auch gleich die passende Antwort. "Ganz einfach. Man nimmt sich Zeit. Wer eine Zigarre genießt, braucht nämlich Zeit. Zeit zum Genießen, Zeit zum Nachdenken." So erfahren die Freunde des guten Geschmacks nicht nur, wie aus einer Tabakpflanze eine edle Zigarre wird und was sie beim Genuss einer Zigarre beachten sollten. Auch über die richtige Lagerung ihrer Zigarren informiert das Hörbuch.

Ready to learn how to have a great sense of style and beauty? Let me tell you this: There's no such thing as unattractive women; there are only lazy women. Do you want to learn how to have a great sense of style that turns heads? You've found just the book for that! Learning how to have a great sense of what to wear is not easy, and not everyone can do it, especially if you're not born Coco Chanel. It requires time, money, and patience. I made this guide to help you be the lady you deserve to be, with your body in the right clothes.

Go beyond décor trends to make your home beautiful, stylish, and comfortable. . .on any budget. Writing for the hands-on woman who'd rather move her own furniture than hire a designer, Myquillyn Smith--author of the The Nesting Place--helps you think through every room in your house, one...

Nähen lernen für Anfänger – Wie Sie im Handumdrehen individuelle Meisterwerke aus Textil erschaffen und mühelos zum Näh-Profi werden! Wollen Sie Ihre eigenen wunderschönen Kleidungsstücke oder originellen Accessoires nähen, anstatt sie zu kaufen? Suchen Sie ein neues Hobby, bei dem Sie sich kreativ ausleben können? Möchten Sie in der Lage sein, kaputte oder unpassende Kleidung selbst zu reparieren oder anzupassen?

Leopard Is a Neutral is the ultimate confidence-boosting style guide. Former fashion editor and journalist Erica Davies has worked across some of the UK's biggest-selling newspapers, magazines and high-street brands - and amassed thousands of followers online for her straight-talking, fun and relatable content, tips and tricks that empower women through fashion, interiors and style. In 2019 she was named by The Sunday Times as one of their top 100 online influencers. 

A backwoods memoir for anyone who has ever dreamed of escaping to the wild ‘Funny and thoughtful … You feel his desire to be back in the woods, working with his hands. Don’t we all?’ – New York Times We all dream of having a place to escape to – Patrick Hutchison found his at the end...