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• Practical Cycling

  Equip, Maintain, and Repair Your Bicycle

  Belando, Laurent,

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  Looking to cut back on your gas bill this year? Here is a book that will answer (almost) all of a beginning and experienced bicyclist's questions about how to get the most out of the activity, while protecting yourself and saving money…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Bonsai Master Class

  Lessons and Tips From a Japanese Master for All the Most Popular Types of Bonsai

  Kobayashi, Kunio, 1948-

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  Thinking of starting your own miniature forest? Kunio Kobayashi is one the world's most recognized bonsai artists. In this comprehensive book, he presents all the essential techniques needed to plant and maintain the most popular types of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Shut Up and Run

  How to Get Up, Lace Up, and Sweat With Swagger

  Arzon, Robin,

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  Looking for a hobby to keep you fit? This book celebrates the excitement of running while offering tips, tricks, and visual motivation to help every runner cultivate miles of sweat, laughter, swagger, and friendship.

• 52 Weeks of Easy Knits

  Beautiful Patterns for Year-round Knitting

  Laine,

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  Have you always wanted to try knitting? For people who are picking up needles for the very first time, or for experienced knitters who are looking for an effortless comfort project, this gorgeous book contains a fun, cozy and modern…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Make It Simple

  Easy, Speedy Sewing Projects to Stitch Up in An Afternoon

  Walnes, Tilly,

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  Have you ever wanted to sew your own clothes? Make It Simple is full and quick and easy sewing projects to help you get your creative fix, no matter how busy you are. The 24 simple, modern dressmaking projects can be whipped up in a few…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Woodworking

  the Complete Step-by-step Manual

  Bridgewater, Alan,

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  Hone your carpentry skills and embark on ambitious projects with this essential guide. Discover the best tools to work with, and master key techniques, from choosing and cutting joints to finishing and furniture restoration. With more than…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Well Worn

  Visible Mending for the Clothes You Love

  Pennant, Skye,

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  A fresh and engaging clothing repair guide for anyone looking to explore visible mending to revitalize their wardrobe. Whether you are a stitching pro or have never picked up a needle and thread, this book will guide you every step of the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Camping Bible

  the Complete Guide to Life Under Canvas

  Benson, Jen,

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  Whether it's a fast-and-light backpacking adventure, a sea kayak safari, a family camping trip, or simply living and cooking outside in your garden, camping can do it all. The Camping Bible is the complete reference for newcomers and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Stargazing Around the World

  a Tour of the Night Sky

  Stimac, Valerie,

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  Embark on an adventure to see the stars with this inspiring guide that spotlights the world's best places to explore the night sky. Discover 100 spectacular sites including dark sky parks, observatories and wild mountains and experience…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Natural Soapmaking Handbook

  Easy Recipes and Techniques for Beautiful Soaps From Herbs, Essential Oils and Other Botanicals

  Khabra, Simi,

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  Make beautiful herbal soap creations at home with this essential guide. Simi Khabra guides you through easy-to-learn techniques for creating delightful sudsy bars using 100 percent natural ingredients that won't irritate your skin.

• Hot Girl Crochet

  15 Easy Crochet Projects From Bags to Bikinis

  Svane, Rose,

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  The perfect guidebook for beginners, Hot Girl Crochet offers 15 super cool and easy projects from Danish contemporary crochet star Rose Svane so you can learn how to crochet your own clothes, accessories, and homeware.

• Seamless Embroidery

  42 Projects and Patterns to Explore the Magic of Repeating Designs

  Higuchi, Yumiko, 1975-

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  Looking to take up the age-old craft of embroider that has piqued your interest? Embroidery has been around for as long as tailoring and patching cloth has been needed. From beautiful botanical latticework to chickens laying eggs, here are…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Foolproof Sketching & Painting Techniques for Beginners

  Kuramae, Tomoko,

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  Packed with practical tips and advice, this book shows you how to fill your sketchbook or watercolor pad with a variety of everyday items that catch your eye. Author Tomoko Kuramae provides detailed step-by-step instructions on sketching…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 3D Printers

  a Beginner's Guide : All of the Design and Technical Basics You Need to Use Any 3D Printer

  Bothmann, Oliver,

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  3D printing can seem like science fiction. Objects appear to be created out of nothing—as if by magic! With your own 3D printer, you can produce exactly the parts and products that you (and maybe only you) need. Get started with a solid…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread

  125+ Recipes for Every Baker

  King Arthur Baking Company

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  Master the power of bread baking over 125 bread recipes divided into six chapters, including Flatbreads, Pan Breads, Hearth Breads, Buns, Bagels & Rolls, Fancy Breads, and Things to Make with Breads

• Dinking All Day

  a Pickleball Handbook for the Truly Obsessed

  Miller, Jamie (Pickleball author),

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  Pickleball is an ideal sport for all ages. Serving a perfect blend of humor, inspiration, and refreshment, this irresistible ode to pickleball lets you live, breathe, and drink your favorite pastime. Inside you’ll find helpful tips and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Watercolor Your Way

  Techniques, Palettes, and Projects to Fit Your Skill Level and Creative Goals

  Cray, Sarah,

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  Are you looking for a hobby that lets you explore your creative side. Presented in four chapters that each focus on a specific technique, palette, and set of projects, Watercolor Your Way meets artists at their current level so they can…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Handmade Books at Home

  a Beginner's Guide to Binding Journals, Sketchbooks, Photo Albums and More

  Ly, Chanel,

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  You don't need to be an experienced bookbinder to create one-of-a-kind books. Full of helpful tips, solutions to troubleshoot common mistakes and plenty of visual examples, this resource will fulfill all your bookish dreams for years to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Build Your Own Gaming PC

  Barnes, Adam (Writer on video games),

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  This updated edition of the Build Your Own Gaming PC Manual will help readers get the performance they want on a budget they can afford. Whether you want the cutting-edge technology or are just interested in streaming video for playing the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Leather Sewing

  8 New Projects for Leather Crafters of All Levels

  Bothe, Carsten,

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  Leatherworking is a craft that is becoming more and more popular and is a hobby that you can get started without making any big expenditures or investment. Carsten Bothe guides you with richly illustrated step-by-step instructions through…Read moreRead more of this annotation