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Discover the Green Oasis Amidst Concrete Jungles In the bustling world of city life, finding solace in nature seems like a distant dream. The Art of Urban Horticulture: Cultivating Green Spaces is your guide to transforming concrete landscapes into lush, thriving havens, addressing the yearning for nature in urban settings. Whether you're an aspiring gardener or an urban dweller craving a green touch, this book unveils the secrets to nurturing vibrant...
62) Making Hats
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Hats finish an outfit; they make a statement, provide panache and lift your spirits. This book explains how to make your own hats, using traditional construction methods with both specialist millinery foundation materials and a range of fabrics and trimmings. It showcases twenty-six hats and headpieces, each with step-by-step photographs and instructions, some using ready-made elements, others that are made from scratch. Celebrating the versatility...
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In the sixties, as the nation anticipated the conquest of space, the defeat of poverty, and an end to injustice at home and abroad, no goal seemed beyond America's reach.
Then the seventies arrived-bringing oil shocks and gas lines, the disgrace and resignation of a president, defeat in Vietnam, terrorism at the 1972 Munich Olympics, urban squalor, bizarre crimes, high prices, and a bad economy. The country fell into a great funk.
But when things...
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Unveil the Green Thumb in You! Are you tired of seeing your garden flourish only during certain seasons? Do you wish to transform your gardening experience and enjoy a bountiful yield year-round? Look no further! "Seasonal Secrets: Maximizing Your Garden's Yield Year-Round" is your comprehensive guide to unlocking the full potential of your garden.Discover the secrets to cultivating a thriving garden regardless of the season. From overcoming common...
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Have you ever dreamed of having a beautiful garden in your home but don't know where to start? If so, with "Gardening for everyone" you can become an expert in gardening, whether it's inside your home or on the outdoor patio of your house.This book contains everything you need to know to create a beautiful and vibrant garden, grow your own vegetables, or grow aromatic herbs for perfumes or remedies. You will find tips on gardening for each of the...
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A perfect book for professional designers and students to understand the science of trend forecasting. Becoming a proficient trend forecaster involves mastering the art of deciphering evolving consumer behaviors, cultural shifts, and industry trends. With a blend of skills such as data analysis, pattern recognition, and interdisciplinary knowledge, you can navigate the dynamic realm of trend forecasting. Education in relevant fields like marketing,...
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Desde sus orígenes, la moda ha crecido tanto en términos comerciales como culturales y uno de los elementos que más ha influido en ese crecimiento, tal como señaló Roland Barthes, es el papel del periodismo en la creación de valor simbólico. Aventurarse a una historia del periodismo de moda implica recorrer un sinuoso camino de variaciones en torno al discurso sobre la industria, el arte y la sociedad.
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From Anna Johnson, the author of Three Black Skirts and Handbags comes an invaluable manual for how to live well and elegantly on a budget. The perfect book for our more frugal times, Savvy Chic celebrates "the Art of More for Less," illuminating the path to smarter, more creative spending for every woman trying to cut corners and save money, but who still wants to live and look fabulous. Savvy Chic belongs on every woman's bookshelf, right next to...
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This sparkling celebration of accessories from the author of the 50 Ways to Wear series offers top-notch tips for rocking statement pieces-think earrings, bracelets, hats, belts, purses, and more-in unexpected ways. Learn how to accessorize any outfit for a snowy day, a fancy event, a job interview. With fun illustrations that show how to achieve each look, advice on different ways to wear each featured item and style, and tips on mixing and matching...
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¿Alguna vez has soñado con tener un hermoso jardín en tu hogar pero no sabes por dónde empezar? Si es así, con "Jardinería para todos" podrás transformarte en un experto en jardinería, ya sea en el interior de tu hogar en el patio exterior de tu casa.Este libro contiene todo lo que necesitas saber para crear un hermoso y vibrante jardín, cosechar tus propias verduras o cultivar hiervas aromáticas para perfumes o remedios. Encontrarás consejos...
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Pairing hilarious poetry with the stunning collage work for which he is famous, Michael Roberts takes on the fashion world letter by letter-and in the way only a true insider can-in Fashion Victims. This gorgeous, stylish book illustrated and written by the Vanity Fair fashion director, influential stylist, and artist is a witty send-up of the fashion world that will delight style lovers, popular culture aficionados, and art lovers alike with its...
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In 1948, the world-renowned book designer Bruce Rogers wrote a brief text that documented and illustrated his creation of the Centaur typeface several decades earlier: The Centaur Types. The book was privately printed by Rogers himself under the name of his design studio, October House. This limited edition of the book was transferred to the Purdue University Libraries at the time of his death along with his other papers and books. Over the years...
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Unlock the Secrets to Bountiful Raised Bed Gardens Are you dreaming of lush, abundant gardens but feeling overwhelmed by traditional gardening methods? Say goodbye to back-breaking labor and frustrating soil issues with our comprehensive guide to raised bed gardening. Whether you're a novice or seasoned gardener, this book is your essential companion to cultivating thriving gardens effortlessly. In "Beginner's Guide to Raised Bed Gardening," you'll...
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In November 1922, the combined efforts of Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon revealed to the world the 'wonderful things' buried in Tutankhamen's tomb, Egypt had already been a source for new trends in fashion for quite some time: in the early 19th century, for example, Napoleon's Egyptian campaign contributed to the popularization of Kashmir shawls, while the inauguration of the Suez Canal in 1869 stimulated 'Egyptianizing' trends in gowns, jewellery...
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"Fashion Design vs. Fashion Merchandising: A Complete Comparison" is an ebook that provides an in-depth study of these two different but related areas of the fashion industry.The ebook, which explores the special traits, obligations, and career routes connected to fashion design and fashion retailing, is written with clarity and depth. It offers priceless insights for both young professionals and industry supporters.The guidebook outlines the diverse...
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The Drupal View modules give you the flexibility and freedom to customize the display of your web site's content. Defining custom content types is easy; however, it's also possible to use various content types in a complementary manner on the same page! Attachment displays in Views (also known as Attachment Views), are a way to customize your web site with multiple displays that interact with each other and turn a nice site into a spectacular one.
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Covers the history of handbag design packed full of biographies of the major influencers of the fashion handbag industry.
Vintage and future accessories expert, Tracy Martin reveals what to spot when buying both vintage and modern handbags which are already desirable with collectors or have the potential to become sought after in the future. From the Victorian miser bag to 1950s Lucite and the op-art designs of the Sixties to bang up to date modern...
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Clothing & Accessories in Filipino?Wonder How They're Pronounced?Enhance your learning experience with our complimentary audio recordings. Follow the link in the book to not only read but also listen and familiarize yourself with authentic Filipino pronunciation.Delight in learning Filipino with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Filipino Names for Clothing & Accessories.Vibrant Illustrations of Each...
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A manual and guide for preserving unique materials in fashion such as rayon, paper, and plastics
Continuous innovation and experimentation with the materials used in constructing textiles, apparel, and accessories creates an ever-growing challenge for professional curators and collectors. Recognizing problematic fibers, dyes, finishes, and fabric and yarn constructions is crucial for maintaining objects' appearance, minimizing deterioration, and...
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Razor View Engine is an advanced view engine from Microsoft. Razor View is one of the most popular view engines which doesn't require you to explicitly close the code block. This book will help you understand and configure RazorView in your system to create dynamic web pages. Instant Razor View Engine How-to will help you to make your application more MVC friendly with clean, lightweight code which is quicker and easier to understand compared to other...