Summaries of books about Hobbies & Home:
Real Life Organizing
Clean and Clutter-Free in 15 Minutes a Day
Cassandra Aarssen
The book provides practical tips and strategies for decluttering and organizing your home in short, manageable time increments, emphasizing the importance of creating a personalized system that works for your lifestyle. It also incorporates elements of Feng Shui to create a harmonious and efficient living space.
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Kawaii Crochet
40 Super Cute Crochet Patterns for Adorable Amigurumi
Melissa Bradley
The book contains a collection of 40 crochet patterns designed to help crafters create a variety of adorable amigurumi figures, ranging from animals to food-themed items. Each pattern includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations to guide beginners and experienced crocheters alike in making their own cute and colorful creations.
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The Bonsai Bible
The definitive guide to choosing and growing bonsai
Peter Chan
The book provides comprehensive information on selecting, cultivating, and maintaining bonsai trees, including tips on styling, pruning, and repotting. It also offers detailed guidance on the care requirements for various species, along with troubleshooting advice for common issues faced by bonsai enthusiasts.
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Puppy Training
How to Housebreak Your Puppy In Just 7 Days
Ken Phillips
The book provides a step-by-step guide for new puppy owners on how to effectively housebreak their pet within a week. It covers training techniques, schedules, and troubleshooting tips to ensure a smooth and successful housebreaking process.
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Cast On, Bind Off
54 Step-by-Step Methods; Find the perfect start and finish for every knitting project
Leslie Ann Bestor
The book provides detailed instructions and illustrations for 54 different methods of starting and finishing knitting projects, catering to a variety of skill levels and project types. It includes both well-known techniques and lesser-known variations, offering knitters a comprehensive guide to creating polished edges and seamless beginnings.
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Everything you need to know about E Collar Training
Larry Krohn
The book provides a comprehensive guide to using electronic collars (e-collars) for dog training, emphasizing their humane and effective use for behavior modification. It covers the principles of proper e-collar training, including fitting, setting appropriate levels, and timing, as well as addressing common misconceptions and troubleshooting potential issues.
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Woodworking
The Complete Step-by-Step Manual
DK
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to woodworking, providing detailed instructions on a wide range of techniques, from basic to advanced, along with step-by-step projects for practitioners of all skill levels. It includes clear illustrations, tool explanations, material advice, and safety tips to help readers master the craft and complete various woodworking projects.
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Cesar's Rules
Your Way to Train a Well-Behaved Dog
Cesar Millan|Melissa Jo Peltier
The book provides insights into dog psychology and behavior, offering practical tips and techniques for training dogs to be well-behaved and balanced. It emphasizes the importance of establishing leadership and understanding a dog's needs to create a harmonious relationship between the pet and its owner.
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Cozy Minimalist Home
More Style, Less Stuff
Myquillyn Smith
The book provides practical guidance on creating a stylish and comfortable living space by focusing on simplicity and using fewer, but more meaningful, items. It emphasizes the importance of choosing quality over quantity and offers tips on decluttering, arranging, and decorating to achieve a cozy yet minimalist home.
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A Yorkshire Vet Through the Seasons
Julian Norton
The book chronicles the experiences of a rural veterinarian as he navigates the challenges and joys of treating animals throughout the changing seasons in Yorkshire. It offers a blend of heartwarming stories, humorous anecdotes, and insights into the life of a vet in the British countryside.
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