Summaries of books about Hobbies & Home:
Essential Oil Recipes
One Drop at a Time
Brandy Jones Arnold
The book provides a collection of recipes and blends for using essential oils in various applications, such as for health, beauty, and home care. It offers guidance on how to mix oils for optimal benefits, safety tips for handling and applying them, and ways to incorporate them into daily life for natural wellness.
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Small Engines and Outdoor Power Equipment
A Care & Repair Guide for: Lawn Mowers, Snowblowers & Small Gas-Powered Implements
Peter Hunn
The book provides comprehensive guidance on maintaining and repairing various small gas-powered tools, including troubleshooting tips and step-by-step instructions. It covers a range of equipment such as lawn mowers and snowblowers, offering practical advice for both beginners and experienced users to keep their machinery in optimal condition.
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Flat Broke with Two Goats
A Memoir
Jennifer McGaha
The memoir recounts the author's journey after financial ruin forces her and her husband to move into a rustic cabin in the Appalachian Mountains. There, they confront their new reality and begin a life of homesteading, raising goats, and navigating the challenges of rural living.
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Crowded in the Middle of Nowhere
Tales of Humor and Healing from Rural America
Bo Brock
The book is a collection of humorous and heartwarming stories from a veterinarian's practice in rural America, sharing his experiences with a variety of animals and the unique characters he meets along the way. It offers insights into the challenges and joys of veterinary medicine outside of urban areas, reflecting on the bonds between humans and animals.
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Faraway Horses
The Adventures and Wisdom of One of America's Most Renowned Horsemen
Buck Brannaman
The book recounts the life story and philosophy of a celebrated horse trainer, sharing his experiences of overcoming an abusive childhood to become a gentle and influential figure in the equine world. It offers insights into his methods of communication and respect with horses, emphasizing the importance of trust and understanding in horse-human relationships.
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How to Setup Your Guitar Like a Pro
An Easy Guide for Beginners
Jonny Blackwood
The book provides a step-by-step guide for beginners on setting up and maintaining their guitars, covering topics such as adjusting action, intonation, and tuning stability. It includes practical advice, diagrams, and tips to help users achieve a professional-sounding instrument setup.
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Totally Crazy Easy Florida Gardening
The Secret to Growing Piles of Food in the Sunshine State
David The Good
The book provides practical advice and strategies for successful gardening in Florida's unique climate, focusing on low-maintenance methods to grow abundant food crops. It covers selecting the right plants for the region, dealing with pests and soil challenges, and maximizing yield with minimal effort.
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Catification
Designing a Happy and Stylish Home for Your Cat
Jackson Galaxy|Kate Benjamin
The book provides readers with innovative DIY projects and ideas for creating cat-friendly spaces that blend seamlessly with home decor. It emphasizes the importance of understanding feline behavior to design environments that satisfy a cat's natural instincts and needs while maintaining a stylish and comfortable human living space.
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Complete Book of Fishing Knots, Leaders, and Lines
How to Tie The Perfect Knot for Every Fishing Situation
Lindsey Philpott
The book provides detailed instructions and illustrations on how to tie a wide variety of fishing knots, including those for tying hooks, lures, rigs, and leaders. It also offers guidance on choosing the right knot for different fishing scenarios and discusses the strength and purpose of each knot to enhance angling success.
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The Little Book of Wedding Planner Checklists
All the Lists and Tips You Need to Plan the Big Day
Elizabeth McKellar
The book provides a comprehensive collection of detailed checklists and practical advice to guide couples through the planning process of their wedding. It covers everything from budgeting and vendor selection to day-of logistics and post-wedding tasks.
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