Summaries of books about Hobbies & Home:
How to Speak Chicken
Why Your Chickens Do What They Do & Say What They Say
Melissa Caughey
The book delves into the behavior and communication of chickens, providing insights into their social interactions, vocalizations, and body language. It offers practical advice for understanding and caring for chickens, enhancing the human-chicken relationship through better communication.
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The Bushcraft Field Guide to Trapping, Gathering, and Cooking in the Wild
Dave Canterbury
The book provides practical advice on how to trap game, forage for edible plants, and prepare food in wilderness settings. It includes detailed instructions on various survival techniques, including setting snares, identifying plants, and cooking meals with limited resources.
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Floriography
An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers
Jessica Roux
The book provides a visual exploration of the symbolic meanings attributed to various flowers during the Victorian era, when flowers were used to convey specific messages and emotions. It includes detailed illustrations and descriptions of numerous plants, along with the historical significance and the secret messages they were meant to represent.
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3D Granny Squares
100 Crochet Patterns for Pop-Up Granny Squares
Caitie Moore|Sharna Moore|Celine Semaan
The book features a collection of 100 unique crochet patterns for creating three-dimensional granny squares, each with its own texture and design. It includes step-by-step instructions and photographs to guide crafters of all skill levels in making decorative and functional pop-up squares for blankets, clothing, and accessories.
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The Vegetable Gardener's Bible
Discover Ed's High-Yield W-O-R-D System for All North American Gardening Regions: Wide Rows, Organic Methods, Raised Beds, Deep Soil
Edward C. Smith
The book provides a comprehensive guide to vegetable gardening using the W-O-R-D system, which emphasizes wide rows, organic methods, raised beds, and deep soil to achieve high yields. It offers practical advice, detailed instructions, and tips tailored to various North American climates to help gardeners of all levels successfully grow their own vegetables.
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Made for Living
Collected Interiors for All Sorts of Styles
Amber Lewis|Cat Chen
The book showcases a collection of interior design ideas that emphasize a comfortable, eclectic, and approachable aesthetic, blending various styles to create warm and inviting spaces. It provides practical advice on selecting color palettes, mixing patterns, and incorporating personal touches to make a house feel like a home.
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All That the Rain Promises and More
A Hip Pocket Guide to Western Mushrooms
David Arora
The book is a comprehensive field guide to identifying mushrooms in the western United States, featuring vivid descriptions, photographs, and tips for mushroom hunting. It also includes quirky anecdotes and insights into the cultural aspects of mycology, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced foragers.
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20-Minute Whittling Projects
Fun Things to Carve from Wood
Tom Hindes
The book provides readers with a collection of simple whittling projects that can be completed in a short time frame, each accompanied by step-by-step instructions and illustrations. It covers a range of items from animals and characters to practical objects, catering to both beginners and experienced carvers looking for quick and enjoyable tasks.
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Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps
Everything You Need to Know to Raise the Perfect Dog
Zoom Room Dog Training|Mark Van Wye
The book provides a step-by-step guide for training puppies, covering essential commands and behaviors to establish a strong foundation for a well-behaved dog. It includes practical advice on socialization, housebreaking, and positive reinforcement techniques to help owners raise a happy and obedient canine companion.
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Live Beautiful
Athena Calderone
The book showcases interior design inspiration through a collection of stylish homes, revealing the creative processes and personal touches of tastemakers. It provides readers with practical advice and tips on how to create beautiful, thoughtfully curated living spaces.
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