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June 19, 2010

Best Price Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects

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Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects Overview

Designs featuring specially cut glass that captures and refracts light. Floral, geometric, animal, Art Nouveau, Victorian motifs in varied shapes. Create mirrors, mobiles, door panels, etc.

Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects Review

The only reason I gave this book a 4 is all designs need to be enlarged, and there are no pictures of the finished designs.

Below is a portion of the publisher’s note within the book, that will give you some good information.

“Bevels and glass jewels add sparkling points of interest to any stained glass project. This book includes 83 floral, geometric, bird, butterfly, fish, Art Nouveau and Victorian style patterns that have been specially designed to highlight the faceted and shaped glass pieces that appear within them. The patterns appear in square, rectangular, circular, octagonal and free-form shapes and can be used for lightcatchers, door and window panels, box tops and glass projects. Bevels and jewels are no more difficult to incorporate into a pattern than regular stained glass sections.”

Later in this same section they go on further about the contents of the book.

“The illustrations on pages 4-7 show the true size (and in some cases two views) of all the bevels and jewels that appear within the patterns on pages 8-64. The patterns, however, appear within the book at half their actual size and will need to be xeroxed at a 200% enlargement in order for the bevels and jewels to fit. The measurements that are printed next to each pattern give the dimensions to which it will be enlarged when doubled in size.”

My impressions of the book, as I just received it are positive. There are some pretty nice designs inside from the tradition looking door insert types to some pretty intricate bird, fish and flower designs. None except for the cover are shown as a picture, all are sketches and drawings. Inside both covers are drawings with suggested colors of 11 of the designs within, but the rest only have the patterns in black and white. All patterns have other patterns on the back side.

Some details are:

8 butterfly designs (some with flowers)

3 birds

3 fish

7 flowers (distinctly flowers and not stylized geometric renditions)

The bulk of the book, is stylized flower or geometric designs. Really neat looking ones. This is not surprising as the bevels and jewels are limited to specific geometric shapes.

All in all a decent book.

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June 4, 2010

Best Price The Backyard Bird Feeder’s Bible: The A-to-Z Guide To Feeders, Seed Mixes, Projects, And Treats (Rodale Organic Gardening Book)

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The Backyard Bird Feeder’s Bible: The A-to-Z Guide To Feeders, Seed Mixes, Projects, And Treats (Rodale Organic Gardening Book) Overview

Become the best bird host in your neighborhood. Let The Backyard Bird Feeder’s Bible be your guide to the foods and feeders, plants and projects that will guarantee you a yard that’s absolutely brimming with birds!

The Backyard Bird Feeder’s Bible: The A-to-Z Guide To Feeders, Seed Mixes, Projects, And Treats (Rodale Organic Gardening Book) Review

Anyone enjoying nature needs this book. I use it routinely to refresh my memory on
what types of food to use to attract more birds to our feeders. We have also attracted a family of mule deer to dine on apples nightly. My husband and I are like keepers of the zoo keys. We have dogs, cats, birds and fish, and they all live harmoniously with us. The dogs and cats sleep together, lick each other’s faces and “tolerate” us in THEIR home. I think I would like to come back as one of my animals. The bed seems to always be full–although we don’t sleep as well as we should.

This is a fabulous book with alot to learn.

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April 12, 2010

Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera

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Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera Features

  • ISBN13: 9781581807875
  • Condition: NEW
  • Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera Overview

Now there’s a hip way for crafters to bring family history into their daily lives. Collage Lost and Found combines basic collage techniques and found objects to create edgy and unusual crafts with not only style, but a story to tell, as well. Highlights include:

-20 step-by-step projects with easy, fashionable designs for greeting cards, magnets, necklaces, journals, and more

-Sassy, and alluring artwork that reflects the author’s old-world Sicilian upbringing and her fascination with a bygone era

-Inspirational photo galleries packed with ideas, as well as information on basic collage, collecting ephemera, and jewelry techniques

Readers won’t be able to resist these clever ideas for turning long-forgotten treasures into items they can wear, display, or send!

Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera Review

I bought Josie’s second book first, loved it, and had to have this one, too. This book is lovely to look at, and has some nice ideas. I like just browsing through it before sleep – books like this one have a calming efect on me. Josie, write some more books, you are good at it.

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March 4, 2010

Buy, Cheap, Low Price, Discount, First Projects for Woodcarvers: A Pictorial Introduction to Woodcarving (Schiffer Book for Woodcarvers)

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ItemRating : 4.5

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First Projects for Woodcarvers: A Pictorial Introduction to Woodcarving (Schiffer Book for Woodcarvers) Review

Hats off…….or in this case, boots off, to Larry Green!. The “First Projects for Wood Carvers” is a wish come true for beginners. Clear, step by step instructions for creating three seperate projects. The cowboy boot, Gandolf the Dog and the Nativity is wonderfully illustrated and so easy to carve. My daughter and I have spent many enjoyable hours creating these projects. I believe this book is a must for beginner and intermediate Wood Carvers.

First Projects for Woodcarvers: A Pictorial Introduction to Woodcarving (Schiffer Book for Woodcarvers) Overview

First Projects for Woodcarvers is a pictorial starting place for the adventure of woodcarving. It introduces the new carver to safety considerations, the fundamentals of sharpening and carving. Three pro-jects are included, designed with the new carver in mind: a cowboy boot, a dog called Gandolf, and a 3-piece stylized nativity. The step-by-step photos and text will lead the carver through the three projects. A pictorial gallery includes completed carvings of the three projects featured in the book.

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February 27, 2010

Buy, Cheap, Low Price, Discount, Under the Sea (Beyond Projects: The CF Sculpture Series, Book 3)

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ItemRating : 5.0

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Under the Sea (Beyond Projects: The CF Sculpture Series, Book 3) Review

I love this book as well as the new one that just came in the mail by Christi Friesen on creating birds. If someone wants to mix the two crafts of working with polymer clay and other craft products like gem stones, shells and beads I would suggest getting this whole series of books. Slowly I am getting the whole series myself when money right now allows. I think these books would be even great for kids to learn to do clay crafts.

Under the Sea (Beyond Projects: The CF Sculpture Series, Book 3) Overview

Oceans of fun are in store for you in the pages of Under The Sea, the third book in Christi Friesen s Beyond Projects series. This is a how-to book with more! — more photos, more descriptions, more tips, more inspired hints to help stir up your creativity. This book will make sculpting with polymer clay more fun, no matter what your skill level. In this book, you will swim your way through creating sea turtles, fish, sea horses, starfish and a myriad of other ocean fun. The emphasis is on color, composition and creativity, but the real treat is in seeing how to add embellishments of pearls, semi-precious stones, shells and beads to your creations. Under The Sea is swell!

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February 24, 2010

Buy, Cheap, Low Price, Discount, Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects

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ItemRating : 4.0

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Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects Review

The only reason I gave this book a 4 is all designs need to be enlarged, and there are no pictures of the finished designs.

Below is a portion of the publisher’s note within the book, that will give you some good information.

“Bevels and glass jewels add sparkling points of interest to any stained glass project. This book includes 83 floral, geometric, bird, butterfly, fish, Art Nouveau and Victorian style patterns that have been specially designed to highlight the faceted and shaped glass pieces that appear within them. The patterns appear in square, rectangular, circular, octagonal and free-form shapes and can be used for lightcatchers, door and window panels, box tops and glass projects. Bevels and jewels are no more difficult to incorporate into a pattern than regular stained glass sections.”

Later in this same section they go on further about the contents of the book.

“The illustrations on pages 4-7 show the true size (and in some cases two views) of all the bevels and jewels that appear within the patterns on pages 8-64. The patterns, however, appear within the book at half their actual size and will need to be xeroxed at a 200% enlargement in order for the bevels and jewels to fit. The measurements that are printed next to each pattern give the dimensions to which it will be enlarged when doubled in size.”

My impressions of the book, as I just received it are positive. There are some pretty nice designs inside from the tradition looking door insert types to some pretty intricate bird, fish and flower designs. None except for the cover are shown as a picture, all are sketches and drawings. Inside both covers are drawings with suggested colors of 11 of the designs within, but the rest only have the patterns in black and white. All patterns have other patterns on the back side.

Some details are:

8 butterfly designs (some with flowers)

3 birds

3 fish

7 flowers (distinctly flowers and not stylized geometric renditions)

The bulk of the book, is stylized flower or geometric designs. Really neat looking ones. This is not surprising as the bevels and jewels are limited to specific geometric shapes.

All in all a decent book.

Bevels and Jewels Stained Glass Pattern Book: 83 Designs for Workable Projects Overview

Designs featuring specially cut glass that captures and refracts light. Floral, geometric, animal, Art Nouveau, Victorian motifs in varied shapes. Create mirrors, mobiles, door panels, etc.

Check Price at Amazon Now!

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February 13, 2010

Buy, Cheap, Low Price, Discount, The Filet Crochet Book: More Than 100 Elegant But Simple Country Lace Projects

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ItemRating : 5.0

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The Filet Crochet Book: More Than 100 Elegant But Simple Country Lace Projects Review

The projects in this book are what I would call ’sophisticated country’ in style. I have found the directions to be excellent. I made a doily from this book as my very first project having just learned to crochet. I have made an edging from the book to adorn a linen baptismal gown. I know I will choose projects from this book for many years to come, and have spent many hours just enjoying the pictures.

The Filet Crochet Book: More Than 100 Elegant But Simple Country Lace Projects Overview

?From the simple to the sublime, this volume encompasses it all.??Quick & Easy Crafts. ?A touch of lace added to shelves, pillows, coverlets, blankets, linens, lingerie, and apparel can make a lovely difference….More than 100 designs. No prior knowledge is necessary.??Booklist.

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January 28, 2010

Buy, Cheap, Low Price, Discount, Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera

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ItemRating : 4.5

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Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera Review

I bought Josie’s second book first, loved it, and had to have this one, too. This book is lovely to look at, and has some nice ideas. I like just browsing through it before sleep – books like this one have a calming efect on me. Josie, write some more books, you are good at it.

Collage Lost and Found: Creating Unique Projects With Vintage Ephemera Overview

Now there?s a hip way for crafters to bring family history into their daily lives. Collage Lost and Found combines basic collage techniques and found objects to create edgy and unusual crafts with not only style, but a story to tell, as well. Highlights include:

-20 step-by-step projects with easy, fashionable designs for greeting cards, magnets, necklaces, journals, and more

-Sassy, and alluring artwork that reflects the author’s old-world Sicilian upbringing and her fascination with a bygone era

-Inspirational photo galleries packed with ideas, as well as information on basic collage, collecting ephemera, and jewelry techniques

Readers won?t be able to resist these clever ideas for turning long-forgotten treasures into items they can wear, display, or send!

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January 2, 2010

Check Out Puttin’ on the Paint: 101 Projects & Ideas for Painting On Any Surface (Better Homes & Gardens) for $4.95

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