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Oil & Acrylic Workshop: Classic and Contemporary Techniques for Painting Expressive Works of Art
by Kimberly Adams Bridget Skanski-Such Yiqi LiCreate colorful works of art using a variety of painting techniques with this guide featuring classic tools and modern twists.In Oil & Acrylic Workshop, impressionist painter Kimberly Adams teaches you to harness the creative power of both traditional and contemporary painting tools to create textured, vibrant, and colorful works of art. Whether you're an aspiring or established artist, you will relish setting aside the paintbrush in exchange for the palette knife, sponges, and even your fingers! This book comes packed with techniques for working with oil and acrylic, as well as color theory and approachable step-by-step projects. Featured projects explore the art of creating landscapes, mastering animals, painting delicate flowers, and much more.
The Golden Calves
by Louis AuchinclossA young Manhattan art museum curator goes to questionable lengths to garner success in this dramatic novel by the author of Diary of a Yuppie.In a world of opulent museums, lavish homes, and extravagant dreams, public spectacle pales before private intrigue, and the pursuit of power is the finest art. Welcome to the world of master storyteller Louis Auchincloss.“In a small but distinguished museum on Central Park West, battle lines are arranged, pitting a brash young curator, imbued with a craving for personal grandeur and a lust for the directorship of the museum, against colleagues whose main concern is the integrity of the collections they guard . . . . Auchincloss . . . is a deft guide through a closed-in world.” —Publishers Weekly
Modern Prairie Sewing: 20 Handmade Projects for You & Your Friends
by Abigail A. LongBring creativity to your home and wardrobe with 20 simple yet stylish projects—including bags, skirts, dresses, and quilts—in this beginner’s guide.Gone are the days of confusing instructions and difficult patterns. With Abigail Long’s Modern Prairie Sewing, you'll discover that sewing can be fun and practical without being complicated. These 20 creative projects are designed to help you develop technical skills, including Abigail’s secret sewing tricks to guarantee success. Abigail also adds cute and clever design details you can add to raise your skill level even further. A box pleat or gusset may seem fancy and complicated, but with this illustrated guide, they are totally doable.
The Butcher's Daughter: A Tense Psychological Thriller
by Jane E. JamesIn a Welsh seaside town known as Suicide Bay, a young woman just released from an asylum is unsure if she can trust anyone—including herself . . . When Natalie Powers returns home for the first time in thirteen years, she must convince everyone she has fully recovered from the mental illness that&’s seen her institutionalized for most of her young life. But instead of being welcomed back, Natalie enters a baffling world of deception. She must fight her way through the lies in order to discover the truth about her mother&’s sudden disappearance sixteen years earlier. To do this, Natalie must also try to make sense of the hazy memories from the past that continue to haunt her. In the village of Little Downey, where a series of cliff-top suicides have caused a decline in tourism, everybody appears to harbor a secret—including her father, the village butcher, who refuses to discuss the subject. But who can Natalie trust if not her own father? Especially when it becomes clear her protector and confidant, Dr. Moses, is not all he appears? Natalie only hopes she can uncover the truth before her own frailty and self-doubt catapults her back into the institution—in this atmospheric psychological thriller from the author of The Crying Boy and The Long Weekend.
Boutique Casual for Boys & Girls: 17 Timeless Projects, Full-Size Clothing Patterns
by Sue KimMake the perfect mix-and-match wardrobe for your little one—featuring 17 projects specifically designed for toddlers and young kids.Leave it to expert seamstress Sue Kim to make sewing children’s clothing approachable, creative, and above all, so much fun. Her delightful collection of 17 projects will appeal to sewists of all levels with its simple instructions, helpful step-by-step photographs, and full-size patterns. The garments coordinate to make outfits, and each pattern is given in 6 sizes (12 months, 18 months, 2, 3, 4, and 5). Whether it’s a darling dress to wear on a special occasion, a pair of sturdy trousers for playtime, or a cozy pullover to layer on a chilly day, the timeless style and quality construction of these charming clothes are sure to make them instant wardrobe favorites.Every pattern is custom-sized to fit 12 months, 18 months, 2, 3, 4, and 5Each project includes full-size patterns and inspiring how-to photographsA perfect addition to any sewist’s bookshelf, this book makes an ideal gift for anyone who likes to sew, no matter what her skill level“Unique, handmade outfits that money can’t buy. Sue Kim’s book of clothing projects to make for children from one to five years old was written with the express goal of making sewing clothes less intimidating and more achievable for those with little previous experience.” —Homespun Magazine“Every pattern in this book has that timeless appeal. I love it!” —The Crafty Quilter
False Gods
by Louis AuchinclossSix stories blending ancient Greek mythology with modern, upper-class Manhattan, from the author of Skinny Island.Louis Auchincloss once again evokes the beguiling world of New York society that he has made his own special literary landscape. Inspired by the colorful mosaic of ancient Greek myths, he has created six equally rich contemporary fables—six lives governed by false gods.Hermes, or in Auchincloss’s interpretation, “god of the self-made man,” is a Jewish lawyer who finds acceptance into WASP society only at greatest personal cost; Hephaestus is a bachelor designer of Palladian villas whose young bride, enamored of newfangled things, compels him to “go modern.” In other stories, a former World War II naval officer, guided perhaps by the goddess Athene, escapes a sinking cruise ship by disguising himself as a woman; and a Catholic convert, distracted by the muse Polyhymnia, is torn between his priestly duties and his worldly social and artistic ambitions.In every tale a unique moral sensibility holds sway, revealing how the pagan impulse may surface in the most unlikely and provocative situations, compromising even the noblest of spirits. Keenly insightful, flawlessly executed, False Gods is the work of a National Medal of Arts winner, widely acclaimed as American society’s most entertaining and intelligent critic.Praise for False Gods“These modern-day tales subtly describe the effects of moral conflict and compromised values . . . . These fables are finely crafted and eloquently written.” —Library Journal
Stitching Classic Americana with Masako Wakayama: 12 Projects Feature Quilting, Sewing, Embroidery & More
by Masako WakayamaLearn how to create all-American items like bags, samplers, and quilts using a variety of crafting skills.With a love for all things Americana, Masako Wakayama celebrates her beloved and unique style with a dozen homespun projects. Perfect for multi-crafters, this collection invites you to explore sewing, wool appliqué, punch needle, quilting, and embroidery! Reference detailed instructions for sewing zippers, darts, and set-in seams while stitching beautiful creations like structured bags and sampler quilts.Craft heartfelt handmades with Japanese sewing teacher Masako WakayamaSew pleated purses, cute pouches, charming wallhangings, and moreCreate all-American projects with a Japanese aesthetic
Drawing: Pets (How to Draw & Paint)
by Mia TavonattiSeventeen pet portraits—from a sleek ferret to a majestic horse—plus tips on sketching from photos, rendering fur textures, and drawing animals in action.This is the perfect introductory kit for anyone who wants to learn how to depict a variety of irresistible pets in pencil. Inside is everything aspiring artists need to get started, presenting the basics of drawing in pencil and offering in-depth information on tools before guiding beginners through seventeen demonstrations—each accompanied by clear, step-by-step instructions. From traditional dogs and cats to more exotic reptiles and birds, this kit features a number of inspiring drawings that are sure to appeal to any pet-loving artist.
Amish-Inspired Quilts for Today's Home: 10 Brilliant Patchwork Quilts
by Carl HentschThe noted quilt designer shares his love of Amish craftsmanship with 10 new patchwork quilt patterns in this step-by-step guide.Carl Hentsch has always admired Amish quilts and quilters. Living only a short distance from an old-order Amish community has allowed him to explore their world, meet some of the quilters themselves, and more fully appreciate their ability to create beautiful quilts without the use of electricity. Amish-Inspired Quilts for Today’s Home explores their use of color and design in 10 quilts using modern fabrics and techniques. Ranging from easy to challenging, these projects offer beautiful bursts of color in blocks such as Basket, Log Cabin, and Star.
Modern Minimal: 20 Bold & Graphic Quilts
by Alissa Haight CarltonBring sleek, modern aesthetics to your quilts with 20 “stylish yet deceivingly simple quilt patterns” in this “must-have book” (Modern Patchwork).A co-founder of The Modern Quilt Guild, Alissa Haight Carlton has been at the forefront of this exciting movement in quilting. In Modern Minimal, she shares twenty original patterns that use negative space and bold colors to make gorgeously elegant—and surprisingly simple—quilts.Along with these projects, Alissa explains quilting techniques such as straight, strip, and even improvisational piecing. These beginner-friendly designs are perfect for solid fabrics accented with your favorite prints.
Bring the Bride a Shroud (The Prof. A. Pennyfeather Mysteries #1)
by Dolores HitchensThe beloved author of the Rachel Murdock Mysteries introduces an amateur sleuth who knows murder is never academic—especially when it comes to love. Professor Pennyfeather is on his way to the desert town of Superstition to help a former student, now an army man. Tick Burrell is a charming troublemaker who&’s got himself in a bit of a bind. He&’s due to inherit a fortune when he marries, but until then, his aunt, Martha Andler, holds the purse strings in her iron grip. And now that Tick&’s engaged for the third time, he wants Pennyfeather to help him convince Martha his intentions—and his bride-to-be—are serious. But Superstition has become a hot destination for Tick&’s exes, both of whom want to win him back. One is a flighty gold digger; the other a striking and sharp-witted beauty. And his no-nonsense fiancée is in the Women&’s Army Corps. When Tick&’s aunt is found axe-murdered in her hotel room, Pennyfeather must decide who among them stands to benefit the most . . . Amidst the sage and cactus of the small army town, danger lurks, and Pennyfeather, who has Tick&’s best interests at heart, may be the next victim of a brutal and greedy killer. &“The story is just as engaging as The Cat Saw Murder and Pennyfeather, while less active and daring than Miss Murdock, proves himself to be more than capable as a detective in this gruesome premiere. . . . The story is rife with traditional detective novel motifs and abounds with fair play and puzzling clues.&” —Pretty Sinister Books Bring the Bride a Shroud was originally published under the pseudonym D. B. Olsen.
Environmentalism After Humanism (Environmental Politics and Theory)
by Andrew M. Rose Stefanie FishelThis book explores the ways in which one might come to recognize and better theorize the political actor, and the political ‘act,’ or ‘event,’ in a post-anthropocentric context. The challenge to contemporary ideas of citizenship, activism, and the state stems not only from the realization that the natural world is inseparable from the social, but that both are the product of hybridized human and nonhuman agencies. As a result, one must be skeptical of any notion of an environmental fix that bases itself upon an exclusively human agency. What new types of citizenship might emerge from posthuman cultures and artforms? What do effective post-anthropocentric organizing strategies look like? As the relevance of the liberal humanist political subject and the conceptual posthuman of political realism recede, theories of national and international politics are now tasked with rethinking a contemporary environmental politics beyond humanism. To better theorize these destabilizations, this collection puts forth the value of thinking across disciplines, wherein a conversation unfolds between political theory and literary theory that meets at the crossroads of environmental humanities and ecopolitical theory.
The Crafter's Devotional: 365 Days of Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for Unlocking Your Creative Spirit
by Barbara R. CallStay inspired every day of the year with this volume of tips, prompts, and insight into maintaining your own creative practice.Regardless of their chosen medium, all artists and crafters share the passion to create and the need for inspiration. Some of us have plenty of ideas for projects yet can't find the time to get started, while others are ready to go—yet can never decide what to make. The Crafter's Devotional offers ways to make your creative process part of your daily life. Rather than offering instructions to follow for a particular project, The Crafter's Devotional combines lessons, quotations, techniques and journaling prompts designed to help you explore and nurture your own creative impulses. Each day of the year is given its own focus, on which the reader will find a dose of inspiration, instruction, or illumination.
Sockology: 16 New Sock Creatures, Cute & Cuddly ... Weird & Wild
by Brenna Maloney“[A] gallery of fabulously funky projects . . . Instructions are provided for some lovely little animals” from the author of the bestselling Socks Appeal (Australian Homespun).Breanna Maloney is back with a new posse of cute creatures! In this sequel book Sockology, you are encouraged to take it one step further with slightly more complex construction and endless inspiration. From a lovable jointed bear and fluffy sheep to a quirky many-eyed alien, these 16 projects will surely keep you entertained (and challenged) for hours. Don’t worry, detailed hand-drawn templates are included to guide you every step of the way.Praise for Socks Appeal“Assigned to cover the recession and housing crises that was brewing in 2008, Maloney started making sock animals for her children as a stress reducer. Maloney found that the more traumatic her job got, the more creating a new sock animal each night seemed to help. Maloney’s wit and candor in how she writes the instructions is hilarious.” —Publishers Weekly“Her collection takes the classic idea of the sock monkey and makes it into something new using basic techniques and imagination . . . Most of the projects are easy enough for (supervised) children, but adults who like a little whimsy won’t be disappointed, either.” —Library Journal
The Complete Cocktail Manual: 285 Tips, Tricks & Recipes
by Lou Bustamante&“A rapid-fire primer to classic cocktails and techniques . . . All of which will help give your home bartending game a handy boost&” (San Francisco Chronicle). Spirits writer and expert Lou Bustamante, in partnership with the United States Bartenders&’ Guild, collects the best cocktail recipes, techniques, and histories in this must-have volume that has a place in every home bar. Everything you need is in here: Setup: Get the expert-tested and bartender-approved list of what you need to set up a pro bar at home, from basic supplies and glassware to fancy gear and the ultimate shopping list. Learn all about your favorite liquors—and some you haven&’t even heard of—and educate yourself on every mixer, ice cube, and tool you might need. Recipes: From aperitivos to citrus, spirit-forward to spicy, get the best recipes for every type of drink, from the classics to the most-Googled, in all their many forms. Learn what makes the difference between an antique old-fashioned and a modern one, get the twist right for your muddling, and know which tools to use for which cocktails. Hospitality: Whether you&’re planning the menu a week in advance or hosting on the fly, get the scoop on entertaining with ease—from food pairings to setup, party punches to supply quantities. Learn how to hack your garnish and set a drink aflame—the right way—and get some tips for dealing with intoxicated guests and next-day hangovers. This book has everything you need to know to throw the ultimate cocktail bash.
The Lunch Box: Packed with Fun, Healthy Meals That Keep Them Smiling
by Kate McMillan Sarah Putman CleggDisrupt the rut and please picky eaters with dozens of yummy recipes and creative ideas for kids’ lunchboxes—from a chef, caterer, and mom.Jam-packed with clever ideas and easy recipes for delicious, healthy, kid-friendly packable meals, this solution-driven cookbook is perfect for busy parents looking for lunchtime inspirations.From yummy recipes that make use of common ingredients, to clever ideas for packing lunches that will appeal to kids, The Lunch Box covers all the basics—recipes for sandwiches, healthy snacks, and more—and offers tried-and-true strategies from a chef-caterer mother of three. Learn how to make an easy and delicious lunch from in-the-fridge staples and leftovers; how to accommodate allergies; and how to make every lunch box a fun delight for kids. Colorful photos, ideas, and strategies will inspire you to step up your lunch-packing game, from irresistible wraps and playful sandwiches, to salads kids will actually eat, to versatile snacks that satisfy the fussiest palates and much more!
Countdown Calendars: 24 Stitched Projects to Celebrate Any Date
by Susanne WoodsMake delightful calendars for Advent—or Hanukkah, birthdays, vacations, new babies, and other happy events!Make every occasion even more special! Today’s top designers share their ideas and techniques on how to commemorate life’s celebratory moments—plus a couple to help us with challenges and chores. Great for both kids and adults, equal parts inspiration and how-to, this collection of custom-crafted countdown calendars is packed with creative ways to say 3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . hooray!
Baby Times: 24 Handmade Treasures for Baby & Mom
by Abbey Lane QuiltsGet ready to celebrate a new bundle of joy with this charming collection of projects—including quilts, soft toys, and gifts—for babies and new moms. In Baby Times, the crafty designers behind Abbey Lane Quilts share 24 baby projects that are perfect for party time, playtime, quiet time, or go time. Marcea Owen and Janice Liljenquist use fresh, modern fabrics to create quilts, bibs, diaper bags, soft toys, and so much more. The detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions allow you to choose from a variety of unique colorways, embellishments, and skill levels. You can also get creative with coordinating projects to make great gift sets—and get more “oohs” and “aahs” at every baby shower!
Fussy Cutters Club: A Boot Camp for Mastering Fabric Play—14 Projects
by Angie WilsonGet the most out of your print and novelty fabrics with this guide to the technique of fussy cutting—with 14 easy quilting projects!Angie Wilson is a master of cutting fabrics with intention, using prints and patterns to add humor, curiosity and unexpected detail to her quilts and textile crafts. With her tips and techniques, you will learn how to look at your stash with new eyes and piece together the best bits, like making a colorful collage of your favorite things. Use templates to zero in on motifs and create secondary patterns from your fabrics, fussy cutting for color as well as design. Try your hand at 14 fun projects from traditional and improv piecing to English paper piecing and more!
In the Pines: A Forest of Paper-Pieced Quilts: 12 Easy & Accurate Patterns
by Carolyn Cullinan McCormickEasy tree patterns from one of the most respected paper-piecing experts and the inventor of the Add-a-Quarter ruler.Pine tree blocks have been loved by generations of quilters, but those little triangles can be intimidating. Now, Carolyn Cullinan McCormick has the solution. She has taken twelve classic tree patterns and turned them to easy paper-pieced blocks. She has even included a brilliant, eye-catching sashing to enhance the center. Each pattern has the potential to make a striking quilt in its own right. Combine them all into a sampler, and the wow factor multiplies. Follow the easy step-by-step diagrams to make Fire on the Mountain, one of six quilts shown in the book, or to create a magnificent forest of your own.
History (Past and Tradition) Atita o Aitihya class 7 - West Bengal Board: অতীত ও ঐতিহ্য সপ্তম শ্রেণি
by West Bengal Board of Secondary Educationসপ্তম শ্রেণির জন্য প্রস্তুত করা পাঠ্যপুস্তক অতীত ও ঐতিহ্য, পশ্চিমবঙ্গ মধ্যশিক্ষা পর্ষদ কর্তৃক প্রকাশিত, ইতিহাস বিষয়ক একটি আকর্ষণীয় ও সহজবোধ্য গ্রন্থ। এটি জাতীয় পাঠক্রম রূপরেখা ২০০৫ এবং শিক্ষার অধিকার আইন ২০০৯ অনুসারে নির্মিত। বইটি খ্রিস্টীয় সপ্তম থেকে অষ্টাদশ শতাব্দী পর্যন্ত ভারতের ইতিহাস ও সংস্কৃতির বিবর্তন তুলে ধরে। এর মধ্যে রাজনৈতিক ইতিহাস, সমাজ ও অর্থনীতির প্রবণতা এবং সাংস্কৃতিক উন্নয়নের বিষয়গুলি অন্তর্ভুক্ত করা হয়েছে। সহজ ভাষায় লেখা এই বইতে মানচিত্র ও চিত্রের ব্যবহার, পাশাপাশি ‘ভেবে দেখো খুঁজে দেখো’-এর মতো অনুশীলনমূলক অংশ সংযোজন করে শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য ইতিহাসকে আরও আকর্ষণীয় ও প্রাণবন্ত করে তোলা হয়েছে। বইটিতে রাষ্ট্রবিজ্ঞানের প্রাথমিক ধারণাগুলিও অন্তর্ভুক্ত করা হয়েছে। শিক্ষার্থীদের কাছে ইতিহাসকে জীবন্ত ও অর্থবহ করার উদ্দেশ্যে এটি একটি চমৎকার উদ্যোগ।
The Hermit's Story: Stories
by Rick BassA Los Angeles Times Best Book of the Year: “Uniformly excellent” stories about our relationships with each other and with the treacherous natural world (Publishers Weekly).In the title story, a man and woman travel across an eerily frozen lake—under the ice. “The Distance” casts a skeptical eye on Thomas Jefferson through the lens of a Montana man’s visit to Monticello. “Eating” begins with an owl being sucked into a canoe and ends with a man eating a town out of house and home, and “The Cave” is a stunning story of a man and woman lost in an abandoned mine. Other stories include “The Fireman,” “Swans,” “The Prisoners,” “Presidents’ Day,” “Real Town,” and “Two Deer.” Each is remarkable in its own way, sure to please both new readers and avid fans of Rick Bass’s passionate, unmistakable voice.“Bass focuses a naturalist’s eye not only on the frozen lakes and interplay of predator and prey often found in his work but also on the ebb and flow of human emotions and relationships . . . Thought-provoking and entertaining, these stories move along quickly but continue to resonate long after the reader is done; several have been anthologized in award collections.” —Library Journal“Beautiful in their magical imagery, dramatic in their situations, and exquisitely poignant in their insights, these stories of awe and loss are quite astonishing in their mythic use of place and the elements of earth, air, fire, and water.” —Booklist“Bass puts his talent as a nature writer to terrific use.” —The New York Times Book Review“Bass’s language glistens with the beauty of the landscapes he evokes.” —San Francisco Chronicle Book Review
Breaking the Curse: An Escape The Fate Novel, Book One (The Escape the Fate Novels)
by Ally CampanozziThree troubled teenagers struggle against abuse and trauma to find their own way in life in this heartrending series debut.For as long as she can remember, Runo has felt different from everyone else. In foster care since the age of three, she’s struggled with years of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. Closing herself off to the world, she seeks comfort between the lines of great poetry—and the reassuring sting of a razor.Johnny left his pill-popping mother behind for a new town. But it’s hard to fit in, especially when he finds himself drawn to a mysterious girl who can quote his favorite lines of poetry. And things don’t get easier when she disappears without a trace.At the age of fourteen, Sylvia is committed to the psych ward for attempting suicide. For solace, she turns to alcohol and the attention of older men. Still growing up, all three face a life of misery . . . but is there truly no escape from fate?
Drawing: Learn To Draw Step By Step (How to Draw & Paint)
by Deborah Kauffman YaunThe award-winning artist and author teaches readers how to understand anatomy, draw hands and feet, capture movement, and incorporate colored pencil. This new addition to the bestselling Drawing category of our How to Draw and Paint Series shows aspiring artists how to depict a variety of people in pencil from a ballerina to soccer player. Accomplished artist Debra Kauffman Yaun introduces readers to drawing supplies and basic techniques, as well as to the essential elements of full-figure anatomy; then she guides artists through a collection of step-by-step projects, starting each with a simple sketch and ending with a beautifully rendered portrait. Debra even includes information on adding color to drawings, sharing her extensive knowledge of colored pencil. Featuring a range of people of different ages and ethnicities, this book is sure to educate and inspire.
How to Hug a Hedgehog: 12 Keys for Connecting with Teens
by Brad Wilcox Jerrick Robbins&“This book is packed with real world experiences and heartwarming stories that will help your family envision a happier tomorrow.&” —Brandon Mull, #1 New York Times–bestselling author A teen&’s job is to be difficult and most do it really, really well. But what about you? You want to hug that hedgehog, right? But you don&’t want to get hurt. No problem. With entertaining stories and 12 principles that open the cages, unlock the doors, gently tear down those walls, and get you talking, How to Hug a Hedgehog explores everything from communication to what you might have missed on the teen &“warning label.&” Wilcox and Robbins help you face your worst fears, effectively handle pressure and stress, and answer the hardest question of all: &“What happens if I fail?&” &“This book is full of hope. It makes something hard seem easy. It is sure to have a positive impact!&” —Sean Covey, author of the international bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens &“How to Hug a Hedgehog is relevant, timely and essential for anyone wanting to build positive relationships with teenagers. This book will enrich and transform lives forever.&” —Richie Norton, bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something Stupid&“This book will make a difference. The suggestions are doable and will totally change the way you interact with teens.&” —Mark Henshaw, author of Red Cell