Summaries of books about Hobbies & Home:
30 Days to a Clean and Organized House
A complete guide to transforming your home
Katie Berry
The book provides a step-by-step plan for deep cleaning, decluttering, and organizing every room in a home over the course of 30 days. It includes daily tasks, checklists, and practical tips to maintain a tidy and well-managed living space.
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Pawprints On Our Hearts
How A Few Incredible Dogs Changed One Life Forever
Kerk Murray
The book is a heartfelt memoir that recounts the author's transformative experiences with several remarkable dogs, each of whom left a lasting impact on his life. Through personal stories, the author explores the deep emotional connections and life lessons learned from these canine companions.
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You Can Farm
The Entrepreneur's Guide to Start & Succeed in a Farming Enterprise
Joel Salatin
The book serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring farmers, providing practical advice on how to create a profitable, sustainable agricultural business by embracing innovative farming methods and direct marketing strategies. It covers topics such as choosing the right enterprise, land acquisition, financial management, marketing, and the importance of passion and mindset in farming success.
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Kitchen Garden Revival
A modern guide to creating a stylish, small-scale, low-maintenance, edible garden
Nicole Johnsey Burke
The book provides a comprehensive guide to designing and cultivating a kitchen garden, focusing on aesthetics, simplicity, and productivity for modern homeowners. It offers practical advice on garden layout, plant selection, maintenance techniques, and harvesting, aiming to inspire readers to integrate beautiful, functional edible gardens into their everyday lives.
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Creepy Cross-Stitch
25 Spooky Projects to Haunt Your Halls
Lindsay Swearingen
The book provides a collection of 25 cross-stitch patterns featuring a variety of spooky and gothic-themed designs, such as ghosts, skeletons, and eerie phrases. It includes step-by-step instructions and tips for crafters to create their own haunting decorations and accessories.
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One-Day Crochet
Afghans: Easy Afghan Patterns You Can Crochet in Just One Day
Barb Asselin
The book provides a collection of crochet patterns for afghans that can be completed in a single day, catering to crafters of various skill levels. It includes step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and tips to help readers efficiently create cozy, handmade blankets.
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The Vegetable Gardener's Container Bible
How to Grow a Bounty of Food in Pots, Tubs, and Other Containers
Edward C. Smith
The book provides comprehensive guidance on growing vegetables in containers, offering practical advice on everything from selecting the right pots and soil mixtures to choosing suitable plant varieties. It includes step-by-step instructions for cultivating a variety of vegetables and herbs, even in limited spaces, ensuring a successful and productive container garden.
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When Pigs Fly!
Training Success with Impossible Dogs
Jane Killion
The book provides practical training strategies for dog owners who struggle with breeds considered stubborn or less trainable, emphasizing positive reinforcement techniques. It offers step-by-step guidance on how to effectively communicate with and motivate "hard-to-train" dogs to achieve desired behaviors.
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Puppies For Dummies
Sarah Hodgson
The book serves as a comprehensive guide for new puppy owners, covering essential topics such as choosing the right puppy, housebreaking, obedience training, and health care. It provides practical advice on socialization, behavior management, and creating a lifelong bond with your pet.
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A Field Guide to American Houses
The Definitive Guide to Identifying and Understanding America's Domestic Architecture
Virginia Savage McAlester
The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various styles and types of American residential architecture, detailing their historical development, distinctive features, and regional variations. It serves as a visual reference with photographs and illustrations to help readers identify and appreciate the diverse forms of American homes from different eras and locales.
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