An essential guide to socialising your cat, and ensuring a happy, harmonious existence for your feline friends within your household. The book looks first at cat personalities, and discusses cat behaviour and sociability. Cats from different backgrounds or of different breeds may have special needs or associated pro...

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Japanese embroidery with this beautifully crafted book, which offers a stunning collection of 200 patterns, capturing the timeless elegance and intricate artistry of Japanese design. Enjoy a wide array of patterns inspired by the graceful beauty of kimonos, the delicate charm of...

A Christmas tree becomes a gateway to treasured memories and festive wonders. In A Christmas Tree, Charles Dickens invites readers to gather around a beautifully decorated tree as he recalls the joys, mysteries, and enchantments of Christmas past. Through vivid imagery and gentle nostalgia, Dickens reflects on toys,...

The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure! In Morpho: Muscled Bodies, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw the human body. Bodybuilder athletes offer us an ideal repertoire of shapes and proportions for the representation of the superheroes and super...

Les porte-clés dits « Bourbon » de ce recueil ont été fabriqués par les Éts Bourbon entre les années 50 et 80, ils comprennent une composition interne en volume. Dans cette nouvelle édition, plus de 3300 modèles et leurs variantes sont décrits. Les mètres rubans ont été ajoutés. Les index alphabétique et figuratif v...

Improve your skills, explore new techniques, and immerse yourself in the joy of watercolor painting! Watercolor painting is a popular and satisfying art form that offers vibrant, luminous results, encourages spontaneity, and rewards creativity. Though it may present challenges for beginners, these are valuable oppor...

Learn the engaging art of Japanese sumi painting, where simple sweeps of the brush capture the essence of nature. The Japanese art tradition of Sumi-e uses brushes and ink washes to combine calligraphic lines with carefully thought out blank spaces. Traditionally focusing on flowers and plants, this mindful art form...

Irvin R. Athearn was a pioneer in model trains beginning in the late 1940s. He started in his garage putting together O Gauge metal car kits then expanded them to include HO Scale kits. Around the mid-1950s, as a result of the purchase of Globe models, he began producing the iconic F-7 A and B Units in molded plasti...

A guide that blends the history behind the German World War II tank with resources for military vehicle modeling enthusiasts. In late 1944 and 1945, the Panther tank played an important role in Germany's desperate efforts to stem the Allied advance on the Western Front. The Panther, perhaps the best armored vehicle ...

Step into a world of delicate beauty with the Pink Rose Collection, a Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Book. This book offers six large, full-color, easy-to-read patterns of stunning pink flowers, each designed to inspire and spark your creativity. The designs are up to 200 crosses tall and exclusively use DMC colors, e...

This accessible guide shows how easy it is to bring midcentury modern touches to every room in the house whether you’re a seasoned designer or starting from scratch. Full of approachable guideposts to lead you, insider tips and tricks, and easy DIYs, you’ll learn how to create inspired, livable spaces full of mid-mo...

Oh, du schöne Weihnachts-Häkelzeit! Du liebst Weihnachten und Amigurumis? Dann sind die zauberhaften Figuren mit den niedlichen Details von der beliebten Häkel-Designerin Khuc Cay genau das Richtige für dich! Dekoriere dein Zuhause mit dem süßen Lebkuchenmann, der im Weihnachtszug kleine Geschenke umherfährt, oder h...

"A refreshing retro-kitchen history" ーFlorence Fabricant, The New York Times Nearly everyone alive today has experienced cozy, welcoming kitchens packed with conveniences that we now take for granted. Sarah Archer, in this delightful romp through a simpler time, shows us how the prosperity of the 1950s kicked off t...

This practical, instructional book describes the construction of a model of the Lampitt portable steam engine, which dates back to 1862, and which provided rotative power to drive threshing machines, circular saws, feed mills and other farm machinery. The construction of every component is described in precise detai...

Discover indigo; one of the most mystical yet widely used dyes in the world. Featuring inspirational images and presented with a luxurious exposed and patterned spine, this book shows you how to grow, extract and dye with indigo. From cowboys’ denim to the jeans in your wardrobe, indigo’s enduring popularity survive...

Apple has once again redefined the smartwatch landscape with the Apple Watch Series 10. This latest iteration builds upon the success of its predecessors, offering a blend of cutting-edge technology, elegant design, and enhanced features that make it a must-have for tech enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals ...