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Life After Death: Some of the Best Evidence - Paperback

$17.23

by Jan W. Vandersande (Author)Discover Proof Positive of the Other Side It's the essential-and seemingly unknowable-question that has haunted mankind since the beginning: What happens after we die? In Life After Death: Some of the Best Evidence, renowned physicist Dr. Jan W. Vandersande surveys evidence for an afterlife and finds a lot of the observed physical phenomena both credible and compelling. Intended for skeptics and believers alike, Life After Death condenses more than 100 years of l...

Classic American Car Parts: A Pickers Guide to Buying & Selling - Paperback

$31.61

by David H. Lehr (Author)Are you an amateur or part time classic car parts dealer? Ever wonder how the professional parts dealers "make it" in this tough economy? Whether you are a collector, or you sell classic car parts in your spare time, CLASSIC AMERICAN CAR PARTS will teach you the tricks and methods used by professional dealers. From GM to FORD to CHRYSLER, even AMC, this book will teach you what to buy, how to find it, and how to get the best deal. This book will also teach you how to ...

Bookmarks and Scripture Totes: Counted Cross-Stitch Designs by Anne Lyon - Paperback

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by Anne Lyon (Author)These easy-to-make bookmarks and scripture totes are the perfect gifts for Latter-day Saint neighbors, missionaries, friends, children, bookworms, and ward members. They make great favors for parties and banquets, as well as inexpensive presents for holidays, graduations, farewells, and birthdays. These homemade gifts of love fit any occasion when you want to let someone know you care. Number of Pages: 18 Dimensions: 0.04 x 11 x 8.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: S...

Realistic Hair for Reborn Dolls & Kits: Hand Rooting Techniques Excellence in Reborn Artistryt Series - Paperback

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by Jeannine M. Holper (Author)Create Beautiful Heirloom Reborn Babies with Realistic Hair Now includes over 150 Full Color Pictures A very popular Case Study, #6 in the Excellence in Reborn ArtistryT Series to reborn dolls and kits. This book takes you through the steps involved to create a Reborn with Realistic Hand Rooted Hair. It features hair rooting techniques used on several reborn dolls so you can see both Mohair and Human Hair Hand Rooting Techniques. Includes the Basic Hand-Rooting, ...

Natural Gemstones in Metal Clay. A Bench Resource Manual. - Hardcover

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by Deric Metzger Gjg Aja Ajp (Author)Gemstones and Metal Clay is a reference guide book for your Metal Clay workshop. Inside, this book details 107 unique natural gemstones and dozens more varieties of each. The final verdicts on the ability to sinter in place using metal clay are outlined for each gem in this book, plus identifying characteristics, possible enhancements, cleaning methods, misnomers, and stability to light and chemicals for each gem as well.This book also contains a glossary ...

The Art of Perfumery and Methods of Obtaining the Aromas of Plants: How to make perfumes, scented powders, aromatic vinegars, dentifrices, pomatums, c - Paperback

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by G. W. Septimus Piesse (Author)The Art of Perfumery and Methods Of Obtaining the Aromas of Plants was first published in 1857, and to this day remains THE quintessential guide to distilling your own essential oils, and for using them to make your own cosmetics, scented soaps, smelling salts, bouquets, nosegays, sachets, perfumed papers, perfumed leather, incense, aromatic lamp oils, emulsines (soap substitutes), cold creams, lip salves, perfumed hair oils, hair dyes, face powders, rouges, t...

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by J. S. Zerbe (Author)Every red-blooded American boy is fascinated by electricity, dreaming of all the creatures of imagination it might be made to power - robots, vehicles, radios, toys. After a certain age (10-12 years or so), many "boy scientists" and "boy inventors" move beyond mere imaginative play to hopes of truly understanding this invisible force of nature and taming it to their own creative purposes. J.S. Zerbe's 1914 classic Electricity for Boys is the ideal guide for the older bo...

The Crafts and Culture of the Ancient Egyptians - Paperback

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by Joann Jovinelly (Author)These Wonderful Hands-On Craft Projects Make This Series an Exciting Addition to Curriculum-Based Study of the Ancient World Watch history leap off the page and into your students' imagination with Crafts of the Ancient World, a series that features exciting hands-on craft activities related to six fascinating cultures. These projects appear alongside comprehensive discussions of each ancient civilization's history and important cultural achievements. With the help...

Making Origami Masks Step by Step - Paperback

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by Michael G. Lafosse (Author)Provides step-by-step instructions for making origami masks. Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 01, 2004 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Making Origami Masks Step by Step Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3 Reading Level: 4.9 Point Value: 0.5

Wire Wrapping: The Basics And Beyond - Paperback

$33.68

by Jim McIntosh (Author)This wonderful new book from Jewelry Artist and Author Jim McIntosh takes you from the basics of wire art to some very advanced concepts of design. The book has over 390 images that illustrate all of the steps in producing fine wire jewelry. The book is broken down into 3 sections that span 289 pages. Number of Pages: 284 Dimensions: 0.6 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: October 26, 2007

How To Carve A Wood Spirit: Complete Instruction On Carving Tools And Carving The Wood Spirit Beginning To End. - Paperback

$18.90

by Betty Robertson (Author)The How To Carve a Wood Spirit Book is a complete how to with step by step pictures. The how to carve a Wood Spirit book covers information on choosing the cotton wood bark, using the tools, and carving the wood spirit If you ever wanted the basics for caving here is your opportunity. Carving is fun and easy. With practice you can create your own creatures and Wood Spirits. Wood Spirits make excellent gifts for the person who has every thing. Learn from Betty Robert...

Crochet Your Very Own Lopez String Bikinis: Includes Designs for 2 Triangle Tops & 9 Bikini Bottoms - Paperback

$26.98

by Audrey Lopez (Author)Canadian bikini designer, Audrey Lopez, compiles her favourite crochet bikini patterns including two designs for the triangle top and nine designs for the bikini bottom. Need help deciding which Lopez String Bikini is right for you? Simply answer this question... What personality type are you? Conservative, Daring, or Brave? Number of Pages: 44 Dimensions: 0.14 x 11.07 x 8.55 IN Publication Date: May 19, 2008

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by Clair Ivan Colvin (Author) Number of Pages: 64 Dimensions: 0.15 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 30, 2008

Bustling For The Wedding Gown: A Guide for The Bride and Her Seamstress - Paperback

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by Lorraine S. Kimball (Author)This book is packed with sewing illustrations and techniques to provide bustles on the wedding gown trains. Don't be caught with dragging around your wedding gown train on your wedding day Use one or a combination of these techniques to pull up the train so it doesn't drag on the floor. Number of Pages: 66 Dimensions: 0.14 x 7.99 x 5.24 IN Publication Date: November 23, 2009

Plain Needlework, In All Its Branches: The Finchley Manuals Of Industry, No. 4 (1852) - Paperback

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by The National and Industrial Schools (Author)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Number of Pages: 88 Dimension...

How To Make Picture Frames: For Fun And For Profit - Paperback

$22.88

by Edward Landon (Author)The complete guide to picture frames and how to make them yourself . Picture framing can be an amazingly profitable venture, so learn how to do it Number of Pages: 180 Dimensions: 0.38 x 10 x 7.01 IN Publication Date: October 28, 2010

The Frugal Florist (R): Design Table Guide To Professional Floral Arrangements - Paperback

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by Aifd Pfci John Klingel Aaf (Author) Number of Pages: 96 Dimensions: 0.25 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 26, 2009

A Beginners Guide to Whittling - Paperback

$11.83

by Bruce Totman (Author)A guide to types of wood, knives and their care for those wishing to learn about whittling. Have you ever thought about whittling? Pictured yourself sitting on the front porch in a rocking chair with a knife and a piece of wood watching the neighbourhood activity? Maybe not How about sitting by the lake with fishing line out and whittling away the time? Relaxing and waiting to get a bite. This book covers knife types and care along with safety, wood basics and three ...

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by Shannon Reilly (Author)Based on the techniques learned both through working with whip makers and trial and error, this book is a step-by-step guide to plaiting a nylon snake whip. Filled with clear and detailed photos and instructions, this book will enable you to make your own snake whips from nylon paracord. Number of Pages: 56 Dimensions: 0.12 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: December 23, 2008

75 Cool Snowflakes To Color & Cut Out: Folding, Coloring and Cutting for Kids - Paperback

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by Cool Things Press (Author)Your budding artist will enjoy cutting out basic and complex snowflakes as they learn to navigate the world of paper and scissors with this unique shape and craft book. Recommendations: For ages 5 and up (adults, too ). Number of Pages: 80 Dimensions: 0.17 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: February 18, 2009

The Ladies' Work-Table Book - 1844 Reprint: Plain And Fancy Needlework, Embroidery, Knitting, Netting And Crochet - Paperback

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by T. B. Peterson (Author)The Ladies' Work-Table Book - 1844 Reprint Number of Pages: 172 Dimensions: 0.4 x 8 x 5.25 IN Publication Date: February 09, 2009

Embroidery Stitches - 1912 Reprint - Paperback

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by M. E. Wilkinson (Author) Number of Pages: 212 Dimensions: 0.48 x 8 x 5.25 IN Publication Date: February 24, 2009

The Cult Of The Needle - 1915 Reprint - Paperback

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by Flora Klickmann (Author) Number of Pages: 128 Dimensions: 0.27 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 24, 2009

The Beader's Handbook On Lampwork: An Introduction To Working With Art Glass Beads - Paperback

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by Debby Gwaltney (Author)This 40 page compact pocket sized book introduces beaders to lampwork beads and how to work with them in their jewelry designs and crafts. This book shows the important differences of quality and craftsmanship between mass produced beads and handmade art glass beads. Learn how they are made, and what characteristics to look for in well made beads. The small size of this books makes it easy to carry along to bead shows and bead shops, or anytime the reader is shopping...

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by Frank Hayslip (Author)For twenty-nine years the author has searched for lost treasure with a metal detector. His search has led him from the panhandle of Oklahoma to the Wichita Mountains in Southwestern Oklahoma, hunting abandon homesteads, ghost towns, army camps, cache hunting, and Spanish treasures. His stories are told in this book along with true stories of other treasure hunters, many tips, and lots of photos of his finds. Also in this book is a collection of his stories first publi...

Let's Go To The Model Horse Show: A Coloring Book - Paperback

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by Sarah Tregay (Author)A coloring book for horse lovers of all ages Color model horses, learn horse breeds, name the models, and take them to the show where you get to judge the classes and the division champions. Learn facts about model horses, horse colors and markings, including pinto and appaloosa patterns. Number of Pages: 66 Dimensions: 0.14 x 10 x 7.99 IN Publication Date: October 02, 2008

The Everything Girls Ultimate Body Art Book - Paperback

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by Thaneeya McArdle (Author)Express yourself with sugar skulls, flowers, henna designs, and more!Art isn't just for hanging on walls--you can be your own canvas! Express your artistic side on your hands, fingers, arms, and legs with washable makeup or body art crayons! Inside, you'll find more than 50 of the best projects ever for creative, original temporary tattoos. Start with basic patterns and embellish them to create a wide variety of cool and colorful tattoo designs, like: Flowers Star...

The Art Of Making Paper Flowers - Paperback

$26.96

by Jane Morris (Author), Robert Morris (Author)The Art of Making Paper Flowers cover all the areas of this wonderful art form. Detailed instructions, material and tools list, patterns for each flower & even a finished colored picture for reference are included to make this the complete guide to The Art of Making Paper Flowers.Author BiographyWe were both born and raised in a small community along the banks of the Ohio River where there wasn't a lot to do, so you had to find things to keep...

The Everything Girls Super Cute Kawaii Fun Book - Paperback

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by Peggy Brown (Author), Nate Lovett (Author)Get ready for the cutest kawaii friends ever!In Japan, kawaii means "cute," and what's cuter than fuzzy kittens, smiling flowers, and adorable berries? These lovable kawaii characters will melt your heart and leave you saying "aw" with every new page. Just imagine all the fun you'll have with characters like: BeriBeri the strawberry Meowy the kitten Bunita the bunny Puffit the cloud Koni the ice cream cone You'll have hours of fun drawing charact...

Wiresmithing -The New Look Of Wire Art - Paperback

$37.73

by Jim McIntosh (Author)Wiresmithing offers jewelry artists a new way to make beautiful jewelry that has a modern contemporary look. As artists we're always looking for new and interesting ways to produce jewelry. We have an adventurous spirit that prompts us to take risks and test out new designs everyday. This book is dedicated to creating new designs by combining new wire wrap techniques with basic metalsmithing skills.Author BiographyJim McIntosh is an accomplished jewelry artist and auth...

Don Kettleborough Paintings: Twenty Years of ''Changing the Subject'' - Paperback

$56.14

by Don Kettleborough (Author)The work you will see in this book comprises about twenty years of painting from approximately 1989 to 2009. As you will see, my choice of subject matter varies dramatically. Spending many years in Southwest Florida, flora and fauna were obvious choices. Monkeys have always fascinated me as you will see here. Also shown are portraits and still life. I have done hundreds of portraits over the years, but I have chosen to show only a few.Author BiographyI was born in...

How To Create Tree Sculpture: Step By Step Instructions - Fully Illustrated - Paperback

$16.13

by Sal Villano (Author)How to Create Tree Sculpture by Sal Villano My first book offers complete step by step fully illustrated instructions, clearly showing how you can create three very basic types of wire tree sculptures. All material and tools needed to create these tree sculptures are readily available through easy to locate sources, such as craft stores, hobby shops, hardware stores and florists. This book is the culmination of years of creating wire trees, and other natural forms, usin...