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Embroidering plants and flowers for beginners : 33 plants to stitch / by Pourias, Charlène,author.; translation of:Pourias, Charlène.Herbier brodé.English.;
Let your embroidery skills bloom! Perfect for the embroidery novice, 'Embroidering Plants and Flowers for Beginners' is a comprehensive guide to learning some of the most important artistic forms: plants and flowers. Inspired by the beauty and comfort of nature, the embroidery patterns featured within these pages range from wildflowers and cut flowers to garden and forest plants and favorite aromatic herbs. An embroidery guide for all skill levels with overviews on tools, supplies, and techniques, plus over 30 embroidery designs for flowers, herbs, plants, and more.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Embroidery.; Embroidery; Flowers in art.; Needlework; Plants in art.;
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Finding Lucy / by Fernandes, Eugenie,1943-author,illustrator.;
"Lucy is happy painting the color of laughter in her garden, but loses her way when she follows feedback from a series of animal critics. With wise encouragement from her cat, Lucy finds her authentic self in her work again and painting is rewarding once more."
Subjects: Children's stories.; Fiction.; Juvenile works.; Picture books.; Picture books.; Painting; Painting; Art criticism; Self-confidence in children; Friendship; Animals; Painting; Painting; Art criticism; Self-confidence in children; Friendship; Animals; JUVENILE FICTION / Art & Architecture.; JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship.; JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / General.; Animals.; Art criticism.; Friendship.; Painting.; Painting; Self-confidence in children.;
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How to grow plants for free : creating new plants from cuttings, seeds and more / by Akeroyd, Simon,author.; Royal Horticultural Society (Great Britain),issuing body.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The perfect introduction to increasing the number of plants in your garden or community easily and cheaply. Increase your stock of plants easily and for free by propagating them yourself. How to grow plants for free demystifies the art of taking cuttings and explains the other ways you can multiply your garden plants. Propagating your own plants is fun, inexpensive, and a sustainable way to garden.
Subjects: Gardening.; Plant cuttings.; Plant propagation.; Planting (Plant culture);
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The container victory garden : a beginner's guide to growing your own groceries / by Stuckey, Maggie,author.; Johnston, Lee,illustrator.; Yang, Janice Minjin,illustrator.;
"In her trademark warm and informative style, bestselling author and expert gardener Maggie Stuckey shares everything you need to know to succeed with container gardening: planning, gearing up, planting, nurturing, and harvesting"--
Subjects: Container gardening.; Kitchen gardens.; Vegetable gardening.; Victory gardens.;
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Big trouble in little Greektown / by Collins, Kate,1951-;
When she attends a fundraiser and art festival with her date, Case Donnelly, who is awaiting his PI license, Athena Spencer puts him to good use when the body of a disgraced photographer turns up during a nature walk.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Divorced women; Single mothers; Garden centers (Retail trade); Murder;
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Wild Man Creek / by Carr, Robyn.;
"Colin Riordan came to Virgin River to recuperate from a horrific helicopter crash, the scars of which he bears inside and out. His family is wonderfuly supportive, but it's his art that truly soothes his troubled soul. Stung personally and professionally by an ill-advised affair, PR guru Jillian Matlock has rented an old Victorian with a promising garden in Virgin River. She's looking forward to cultivating something other than a corporate brand. Both are looking to simplify, not complicate, their lives, but when Jillian finds Colin at his easel in her yard, there's an instant connection. And in Virgin River, sometimes love is the simplest choice of all..."--Page [4] of cover.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Aircraft accident victims; Artists; Man-woman relationships;
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Thread doodling : over 20 modern designs for stitching in the moment / by Envoldsen-Harris, Carina,author.;
"Over 20 different contemporary embroideries to transfer and stitch, plus 11 extra transfer designs to get your creative juices flowing! With just a needle and selection of threads, you can gently create a stunning collection of stitcheries while relaxing after a long working day in the home or office. In Carina's latest book, she shows you how to 'doodle' embroider - lose yourself in your stitches and floss, and unconsciously form embroideries not only full of colour but your personality too. To help you start your journey to original, personal doodle work, Carina has shared a variety of designs, ranging from formal patterns - such as geometrics, mandalas, labyrinths and knots gardens - to more experimental, free-form shapes that will encourage you to explore your skills and creativity. These feature more abstract designs, maps and sketch-style scenes. Finally, Carina takes you step by step through her own creative process in her 'Garden' embroidery sample, to show you how to start, work and finish a design, so you can see how to forge a unique embroidery yourself"--Amazon.
Subjects: Embroidery; Mandala in art.;
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Nancy's fancy heirloom / by Parent, Nancy.; Evans-Sanden, Marisa.; Disney Storybook Artists.;
When Nancy and her mother begin planting a vegetable garden using Grandma Margie's heirloom tomato seeds, they dig up an old time capsule buried in the garden.Guided reading level: K.LSC
Subjects: Radio and television novels.; Fancy Nancy (Fictitious character); Gardening; Time capsules;
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The secret keeper of Jaipur / by Joshi, Alka,author.;
It's the spring of 1969, and Lakshmi, now married to Dr. Jay Kumar, directs the Healing Garden in Shimla. Malik has finished his private school education. At twenty, he has just met a young woman named Nimmi when he leaves to apprentice at the Facilities Office of the Jaipur Royal Palace. Their latest project: a state-of-the-art cinema. Malik soon finds that not much has changed as he navigates the Pink City of his childhood. Power and money still move seamlessly among the wealthy class, and favors flow from Jaipur's Royal Palace, but only if certain secrets remain buried. When the cinema's balcony tragically collapses on opening night, blame is placed where it is convenient. But Malik suspects something far darker and sets out to uncover the truth.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Apprentices; Secrecy; Scandals; Rich people; Motion picture theaters; Caste; Social classes;
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The house romantic : curating memorable interiors for a meaningful life / by Harris, Haskell,author.; Libaire, Lia Burke,illustrator.; Zacharkiw, Charlotte,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references."Haskell Harris, founding style director at Garden & Gun, explores what makes a personal and meaningful home, revealing how designers and creatives authentically style their spaces, drawing inspiration from the important moments and people in their lives. Illustrated with photographs of Haskell's home in Charleston, South Carolina, and archival photos from the homes she grew up in, alongside lush color palettes and textiles, this beautifully photographed interior design book also features 15 homes of fellow creatives and designers n the United States, the UK, and Europe. Bringing in words of advice and gorgeous interiors from the people who inspire her, Haskell explores the many different ways of embracing romanticism in interior design. House Romantic is a vibrant, diverse, and extremely personal view of creating homes that are meaningful and reflect who we are. Filled with practical tips and specific instructions, the book offers a new sort of home education that shows us how we can surround ourselves with less products and more items that hold true significance, creating deeply personal connections in the spaces where we live, work, and love"--
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Photobooks.; Interior decoration.; Interior decoration; Romanticism in art.;
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