Summaries of books about Hobbies & Home:
Basic Fishing
A Beginner's Guide
Wade Bourne
The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the essentials of fishing, covering topics such as gear, techniques, and types of fish. It offers practical advice for novice anglers, including how to read water, bait hooks, and understand fishing regulations.
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How to Think Like a Horse
The Essential Handbook for Understanding Why Horses Do What They Do
Cherry Hill
The book provides insights into equine behavior, explaining the reasons behind horses' actions, reactions, and social dynamics. It offers practical advice on horse care, training, and communication, aiming to enhance the human-horse relationship through a deeper understanding of the animal's perspective.
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The Gardener's Guide to Succulents
A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti
Misa Matsuyama
The book is a visual reference featuring over 125 varieties of succulents and cacti, providing detailed descriptions, care instructions, and photographs for each species. It serves as a practical guide for gardeners and enthusiasts to identify, cultivate, and maintain these drought-resistant plants.
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How to Stitch an American Dream
A Story of Family, Faith and the Power of Giving
Jenny Doan
The book chronicles the journey of a woman who, through resilience and faith, transforms her passion for quilting into a successful family business. It delves into themes of entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and the impact of generosity on both personal fulfillment and business success.
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Tula Pink's City Sampler
100 Modern Quilt Blocks
Tula Pink
The book provides quilters with patterns and instructions for creating 100 unique and modern quilt blocks, each with its own distinct design. It also offers tips and guidance on how to mix and match the blocks to create a personalized and contemporary quilt.
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Beeswax Alchemy
How to Make Your Own Candles, Soap, Balms, Salves, and Home Décor from the Hive
Petra Ahnert
The book provides readers with a comprehensive guide to crafting a variety of homemade products using beeswax, including instructions for making candles, soaps, balms, and salves. It also offers insights into the benefits of beeswax and tips for decorating the home with beeswax creations.
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The Witch's Herbal Apothecary
Rituals & Recipes for a Year of Earth Magick and Sacred Medicine Making
Marysia Miernowska
The book is a guide to harnessing the healing powers of plants through the creation of herbal remedies and rituals aligned with the Earth's natural rhythms. It provides recipes, instructions, and wisdom for making natural medicines and conducting seasonal ceremonies that celebrate and enhance one's connection to nature's cycles.
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Losing My Best Friend
Thoughtful support for those affected by dog bereavement or pet loss
Jeannie Wycherley
The book offers compassionate guidance and practical advice for coping with the grief of losing a beloved dog, providing readers with strategies to navigate their emotions and honor their pet's memory. It includes personal anecdotes, supportive affirmations, and suggestions for self-care during this difficult time.
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Crepe Paper Flowers
The Beginner's Guide to Making and Arranging Beautiful Blooms
Lia Griffith
The book provides step-by-step instructions and detailed photographs for crafting realistic flowers out of crepe paper, covering a variety of flower types and arrangement techniques. It also includes tips on color choices, shaping techniques, and the materials needed to create lifelike blooms for decorations and gifts.
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Beautiful Blankets, Afghans and Throws
40 blocks & stitch patterns to crochet
Leonie Morgan
The book provides a collection of 40 crochet block and stitch patterns, each with its own design and color scheme, suitable for creating a variety of blankets, afghans, and throws. It includes step-by-step instructions and photographs to guide crafters of all skill levels through the process of making their own cozy, handmade creations.
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