200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets: An Indispensible Resource of Technical Know-How and Troubleshooting Tips

"A familiar name in needleworking takes her latest bow with a book joining The Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques (2006) and 200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans (2005), among others. Eaton works her expert magic in compiling a jam-packed, every-page-worth-perusing reference that even experienced crafters will return to again and again. Who could resist 'Fix It' panels, featuring solutions to such problems as yarn that catches on plastic hooks and recycling swatches into potholders? Or the 'Try It' columns that shows a variety of decorative options. The 'insider secrets' angle extends to all seven chapters, starting with the anatomy of a crochet hook and concluding with the best tips on dealing with thick yarn ends and blocking. Design ideas, completed swatches, and step-by-step instructions, most illustrated with great color photographs, add even more value to a soon-to-be-treasured and well-worn publication. Appended are working guidelines, size charts, stitch symbols, American/English teminology, arrangements of symbols, standard laundering symbols, conversions, equivalent weights, categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended hook sizes, along with a "fold out this flap," featuring a ruler, hook sizes, and crochet abbreviations."

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The basics of crochet are very quick to master, but feeling confident about how to move beyond the basics and create a stylish, professional finish for all your crochet projects is a common dilemma faced by many crocheters. Presented in an easy-to-use format arranged by topic and cross-referenced, so you can dip in and out as needed for advice, this book offers hundreds of answers, fixes, insider tips, and secrets to help you along the way. Divided into sections that cover a multitude of topics such as: choosing the right hook for you, putting gauge measurements to work, fool-proof ways of turning, quick fixes for uneven edges, shaping with increases and decreases, how to make neat corners, marking essentials, dealing with yarn ends, choosing the right seam and even how to look after crochet garments, 200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets contains a wealth of technical knowledge and handy tips. Aimed at all crocheters, from the beginner to the more experienced, this book is a valuable addition to any craft library.

Knifty Knitter Round Loom Set With Hook & Bag

• Set includes four sizes of Knifty Knitter looms: small, medium, large and extra large
• Hook and pick tool and easy-to-follow instructions in a clear carrying tote also included
• Knifty Knitter is a fun-filled, knitting program for the beginner, to expert knitter. The Knifty Knitter looms are lightweight, yet durable, and come in many sizes and shapes to provide hours of entertainment crafting your favorite knitted projects.

Loom Knitting Primer: A Beginner's Guide to Knitting on a Loom, with over 30 Fun Projects

Knitting looms are flying off the shelves in craft stores because loom- knitting is such an easy craft to take up—it can be learned by both children and adults alike in just a few hours. If you have fond memories of spool knitting (a round wooden spool with a central hole surrounded by four small nails) when you were a child then you know how easy it was to create yards and yards of knitted tubes. Today‘s loom are just as easy and fun to use!

Widely available in craft stores, looms come in a variety of shapes and sizes, some are circular, others rectangular, some tiny and some large. The size of the loom dictates the size of the knitted piece although you can easily join smaller panels together to make larger items.

This book is designed as a hands on project resource as well as an essential reference for the growing band of loom knitters. Clear step by step illustrations throughout show how to cast-on, bind-off and knit a wide range of stitches on both round looms and knitting boards. Practice projects are provided for each technique, and there are more then 30 attractive patterns to get the crafter started.
- the first book to provide patterns for an increasingly popular tool
- comprehensive techniques and information provide the essential back-up manual to supplement the minimal instructions that come with the looms
- over 30 quick and easy patterns for sweaters and accessories
- written by an expert in the field

Pizza, Focaccia, Flat and Filled Breads For Your Bread Machine: Perfect Every Time

This is the third title in Brody's popular "Perfect" miniseries, following Bread Machine Baking (Morrow, 1993) and Desserts from Your Bread Machine (LJ 3/15/94). And this one delivers more than the title promises, for it also includes deep-dish pies, crackers, scones and pancakes, and even some desserts. As in her dessert book, sometimes the bread machine is used only as a mixer, and for some recipes, it hardly seems worth bothering with it. On the other hand, there are lots of delicious choices here, and bread machine owners will look forward to trying more of Brody's sweet and savory recipes. For all baking collections.
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Don't unplug that bread machine. Lora Brody's back with a guaranteed winner: Pizza, Focaccia, Flat, and Filled Breads from Your Bread Machine. As sales of this amazing machine continue to mushroom, demand for new and exciting recipes continue. Lora's new book fills the bill. Using the machine to make doughs for more than two hundred varieties of breads, pastries, and baked dishes, Lora expands the scope of the bread machine in ways that will appeal to bread machine devotees as well as new converts. Choose from such innovative recipes as Porcini Mushroom Focaccia, Ploughman's Pizza, Blue Corn Bread Sticks, and Macadamia Lavosh. Try Lora's newest creation: Quitza, a cross between her favorite dishesquiche and pizza. For anchovy lovers there's finally a pizza with enough anchovies. For those with solid-gold palates there's a recipe for caviar pizza. Have a hankering for crackers? Try Pesto Crackers, Spicy Beer Cheese Crackers, or Cheddar Crisps. Also included are invaluable hints on buying and storing ingredients and on troubleshooting, as well as a mail-order guide for ingredients and equipment.

Zojirushi BBCC-X20 Home Bakery Supreme 2-lb Bread Machine + **FREE** 13 Piece Knife Set

The Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme is a state-of-the-art bread maker that combines a range of automatic controls with easily tailored options. Its 10 cycles are designed for making everything from wheat bread to cinnamon rolls and can also be put to work for non-bread items like cakes, fruit jam, and homemade meatloaf. Versatile controls let you use the dough-only function or make a loaf from start to finish, and handy programming options include a sourdough starter, a 2-hour quick-baking cycle, and three crust settings. The timer allows you to set all controls up to 13 hours ahead, and three memory settings store your most-used recipes. Built with a durable plastic body, the Home Bakery Supreme has many structural plusses, including twin kneading paddles, a broad viewing window, and an angled control panel. A welcome alternative to the cylinder-shaped bread maker pans, the nonstick baking pan here turns out traditionally shaped, 2-pound loaves. Streamlined and manageable, the unit measures 16-3/4 by 12 by 8-1/2 inches and comes with a detailed manual, a recipe booklet, and a how-to video. Zojirushi includes a limited 1-year warranty. +PLUS+ ++FREE++ Rogers Pro Cut 13 Piece Knife Set with Hardwood Block. Includes: 1 - 7 7/8" Chef Knife, 1 - 7 7/8" Carving Knife, 1 - 5 3/8" Boning Knife, 1 - 5 1/8" Utility Knife 1 - 3" Paring Knife, 1 - 8" Poultry/Kitchen Shears, 6 - 4 5-8" Steak Knives & Hardwood Block

Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening 2009 Wall Calendar

Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Wall Calendar: A gardeners collectible now in its 32nd year! Each monthly spread in this perennial best-seller offers gardening lore, timely advice, and a seasonal essay with a full-color illustration.

Old Farmer's Almanac 2009 Desk Calendar

Old Farmer's Almanac Desk Calendar: This cleverly illustrated calendar makes every day special with a little bit of everything you find in the Almanac: weather lore, quirky historical facts, useful household hints, and timeless proverbs. Youll be tickled by the jokes and quotes and fascinated by the folklore and facts in this page-per-day calendar. A great conversation starter, its also a perfect companion to The Old Farmers Almanac.

Wool Blend Mukluks With Leather Sole

Wool blend mukluks. Leather sole for long wear, this cool footear is ideal for indoor winter wear. The wool wicks away moisture and keep toes toasty! Sizes run as follows: Soles measure 9" for the small, 10" for the medium, 11" for the large, and 12" for the x-large. These come in assorted colors, let us choose one for you!

Fix, Freeze, Feast: More than 125 recipes to prepare in bulk and by the serving

Millions of shoppers save money buying groceries in bulk — trays of boneless chicken breasts, pairs of flank steaks, and flats of ripe tomatoes. But savings can quickly become losses if those bulk quantities spoil in the refrigerator or lie forgotten — unlabeled and unrecognizable under layers of ice crystals — in the back of the freezer.

Kati Neville and Lindsay Tkacsik have built businesses teaching home cooks how to take advantage of bulk savings by shopping wisely; converting food purchases into delicious, healthful family dinners; and labeling and storing the meals for easy access on busy days. They share all their best recipes and organizational wisdom in Fix, Freeze, Feast, a cookbook every price-conscious shopper will love, and warehouse club members shouldn't be without. With their help, home cooks will have freezers stocked with easy-to-prepare entrées, ready to be defrosted and cooked for weeknight family dinners. Imagine the comfort of knowing a homecooked meal is always available.

Each recipe includes instructions for dividing, preparing, and storing the raw ingredients, and a second set of simple directions for thawing, cooking, and enjoying the food. Designed for the way people cook today, Fix, Freeze, Feast meals are lighter and fresher than traditional bulk-cooking recipes, with a focus on simple stews and stir-fries, quick grilled or broiled main courses, and popular ethnic meals such as Beef Fajitas and Cashew Chicken Stir-fry.

Add to the entrées ready-to-bake cookie doughs, warming soups and side dishes, fruit smoothies, and portable kids' snacks, and those warehouse club shopping trips begin to look more valuable than ever. This is a system that saves time, saves money, and saves families from the empty calories of takeout food. Make room in the freezer for next week's dinner!

Once-a-Month Cooking, Revised and Expanded: A Proven System for Spending Less Time in the Kitchen and Enjoying Delicious, Homemade Meals Every Day

Since the first edition of Once-a-Month Cooking was published in 1986, its proven, practical method has helped hundreds of thousands of families reduce their cooking time and still enjoy nightly home-cooked meals. You don’t have to be a super savvy chef to pull your family together each week for these light and simple, easy-to-prepare meals. Revised to reflect today’s healthier diet, this revised edition explains how to: plan ahead, spend less time at the supermarket, cut down on prep time, group similar kitchen tasks together to get them all done at once, make kitchen clean-up more manageable, and use the freezer, computer, and your head to create a month full of delicious meals!

Frozen Assets Readers' Favorites

In this new collection you'll find everything you need to implement this economical and nutritious system.
Choose from over 100 freezer-friendly recipes! In addition to Deborah's tried and true favorites you'll find favorites from her readers.
Follow her easy 12 step plan to customize you own monthly menu.
Includes a special section of vegetarian recipes.
Learn how to save time with kitchen preparation tips and tricks.
Discover which foods freeze well and which don't; learn all about storage options and much more!
If once month of meals is intimidating, start small with one of Deborah's "Mini-Sessions."
Includes weekly plans with complete shopping lists. Choose one week or combine them for a month of menus.

Frozen Assets Lite and Easy: How to Cook for a Day and Eat for a Month

The lure of being able to "cook for a day and eat for a month" surely draws attention to Frozen Assets: Lite & Easy . Deborah Taylor-Hough's latest work focuses on lower-calorie cooking than her earlier volume. The author begins with a shopping list and then goes on to turn those ingredients into an inventory of freezable meals in quantities large enough to keep a family going for weeks. The busy cook responsible for feeding a large family will appreciate the sheer organization required to make these tasty meals.

65 Birdhouses and Bird Feeders

A collection of 65 birdhouse and bird feeder designs. The 65 designs are profusely illustrated with detailed dimensioned drawings of each part and an assembled isometric drawing to show the finished project. Any woodworker with minimal skills will be able to build these designs.

Easy-to-Make Bird Feeders for Woodworkers

Detailed, simple-to-use guide offers common sense coverage of the basics of construction, materials, tools, plus selecting the right type of feeder, how to attract the species you want, how to hang and support your feeder, and much more. Text and illustrations for 12 classic and contemporary designs.

The Audubon Backyard Birdwatcher: Birdfeeders and Bird Gardens

Discover how to create a backyard bird sanctuary with the expert guidance of the National Audubon Society. Your backyard will come alive by applying these feeding and gardening techniques. Includes a photographic guide to the birds of North America, as well as the trees and plants that attract them. The ultimate resource for anyone interested in creating a bird-friendly habitat.

Adirondack Style

I love looking at the pictures! After years of paddling the Adirondacks and visiting Great Camps and museums, I love this stuff even more!

The Adirondack "Great Camp" style bears witness to the long and interesting history of New York State's northeastern corner, from the splint basketry and bark sheathing used by the native people, the furs and skins so prized by the earliest white traders, the thick walls built by the French soldiers eager to protect their North American strongholds, and the unpeeled log structures of early lumberjacks. As well-heeled sportsmen of the late 19th century flocked to the area's lakes and mountains, they brought the touches--electric lights, Persian carpets, Craftsman-style fixtures--that made luxurious resorts of these large cabins. The word camp certainly doesn't imply makeshift; as Alfred Donaldson wrote in 1921, "It can only be said that 'camp' in Adirondack parlance has become a loose term applied indiscriminately to anything from a tent to a palace created in the woods, in more or less isolation, primarily for pleasure and summer recreation." Ann Stillman O'Leary has developed what amounts to a primer on camp style, concentrating mainly on contemporary interpretations. As this style has come back into favor, it has incorporated more Scandinavian and Japanese elements that complement its rugged simplicity, and the interiors reflect the 20th-century insistence on better light and warmth. In short, the modern Adirondack camp style is at once cozy and elegant, and the faithful and appealing examples shown here will lead many readers in search of ways to create their own little "camps" at home.

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In the northeast region of New York State lies the Adirondack Park: six million breathtaking acres of natural beauty. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, America's most prominent families came to the area to build the expansive summer retreats known as the Great Camps. Built and decorated with the region's natural resources, the camps reflected the serenity and indelible power of their surroundings--and the rustic Adirondack style was born.

People are once again flocking to the area -- building new vacation retreats or restoring existing camps -- and creating fresh new perspectives on this classic American style. Author Ann Stillman O'Leary takes you through the rich and interesting history of the Adirondacks with an in-depth look at how its trademark building and decorating style is being interpreted today.

The book's introduction, written by Elizabeth Folwell, the editor of Adirondack Life magazine, provides an overview of this distinctive area and the original owners and builders of the Great Camps. The remaining chapters explore the region's finest camps, both inside and out. More than 200 full-color and historical black-and-white photographs highlight all the elements unique to this style, from exterior stonework and twig filligree to interior fabrics and wall decor. A featured section shows how Adirondack furniture uses every bit of the tree, from root and burl to bark and branch, with amazing results. A thorough source guide identifies architects, builders, interior designers, manufacturers, craftspeople, and retail stores featuring camp merchandise, and a list of area lodging lets you experience the Adirondacks firsthand.

Adirondack Style, the first book to take a comprehensive look at rustic design today,celebrates -- in words and images -- a style that is being referenced in homes from Maine to California.

Adirondack Life 2009 (Calendar)

Gorgeous pictures of the Adirondacks!

Woodswoman III: Book Three of the Woodswoman's Adventures

The trilogy of "Woodswoman" has gone one step further by allowing the public one more look into Dr. Anne LaBastille's unique wilderness life. One might get the feeling that after dozens of conservationist and environmental oriented books that Dr. LaBastille might tire of letting the public peer into her private life. Fortunately for us, this didn't happen.

"Woodswoman IIII" is more than just another tapestry of stories and events of these last five years. It marks an abrupt change in the life of a woman who cannot live without a tough balance of serene isolation and public duty. It is a mix of wilderness ideologies and humorous, but tough modern realities.

The reader is always treated to nearly mystical stories of the woods. These include retreating from the remote cabin on the last day of winter thaw as six inches of water cover her remote lake. The ice cold winter water bubbles up through holes from the weight of the ice as she passes over. It is harrowing. The romanticism of the mountains is revealed through generations of bold and gregarious wild loons who seem to recognize their neighbor without fear, even seeming to welcome her.

Danger is also not lacking, as Anne tells of a southern camping excursion where she and a companion where shot at and chased through an Appalachian valley, hiding overnight, cold, wet and terrified. Her ever faithful dogs put her to the test as they get older and desperately try to protect their lifelong companion, while she cannot bear to see their inevitable mortality.

The reality of life as a writer and lecturer continue, however, and the reader learns hard but humorous facts about the complex and harried life of a writer who decides to publish her own books. Her "miserly book factory" is an essay on the realities of making a sparse living from writing of your endeavors. It's hard to believe she uses no computer and the one telephone line is only shared with a FAX machine.

This latest edition in the "Woodswoman" series contains a more modern note than the previous, but that may be the point. Society moves on and one can only ignore the madness of progress so far before your life becomes less meaningful. The last chapter called, "Trust" seems to embody Anne LaBastille's philosophy about her lifestyle. It is touching, moving and without regrets. This edition lives up to its remarkable predecessors.

Dr. Anne LaBastille wrote the foreword to Christopher Angus' new book, "The Extraordinary Adirondack Journey of Clarence Petty". Her book also includes photos by Gary A. Randorf, photographer and author of "The Adirondacks: Wild Island of Hope".

Woodswoman II: Beyond Black Bear Lake

This second installment of the 'Woodswoman' trilogy is a step up in maturity for Dr. LaBastille. "Woodswoman" (one), dealt largely with the purchase of land and the building of a dream cabin on a remote lake. This books becomes more real, as Dr. LaBastille begins to have to worry about trespassing intruders, acid rain and the real threat that the government can pose in this unique environment. Determined not to let these new problems destroy her outlook or her life, Dr. LaBastille begins to build a second cabin - further into the wilderness. Encompassing both the new thrill of building a more isloated respite along with some freinds, brings another insight into Anne LaBastille's life ten years later. Numerous elderly Adirondack guides become great friends, sharing their own stories of the wilderness. A new romance evolves and the author has to deal with the reality of having to deal with both worlds. This book speaks not only of the wilderness, but the grand people that make and keep it unique. Of course, Dr. LaBastille's dogs are always given star treatment and her love of these animals is heartfelt. More refined and a little less naive, this second 'woodswoman' book will break and warm your heart at the same time.

Woodswoman: Living Alone in the Adirondack Wilderness

I was living in Montana and going to forestry school when this book came out. I loved Montana...but I also missed my Adirondack Mountains! This book had a lot to do with who I became.

Rustic Revisited

Used to be that "rustic" meant a dusty, dumpy cabin in the woods. No more! "Rustic Revisited" reveals today's rustic - contemporary design that celebrates the honesty of all-natural, local materials, such as wood, twig, stone, and bark. Rustic structures often have the same finish on the exterior and the interior - for example, rough-hewn timber on the outside and rough-hewn timber on the inside. The projects in "Rustic Revisited" embrace the hand-crafted philosophy of rustic and show how to take that philosophy to new heights in a variety of styles, from the Adirondack camp to the Western lodge to the classic log cabin. Thirty unique homes, most planned by architects or interior designers, are showcased here, each lavishly photographed to allow readers exclusive access to interiors, exteriors, and noteworthy details in unusual rustic houses from New York to California, from Montana to Ontario, from North Carolina to Minnesota. These spotlighted projects, plus photos of dozens of additional homes, cover the full spectrum of rustic - renovations and new construction, traditional and cutting edge. It includes a bonus chapter on decoration spotlights the craftspeople who are the creative forces of the movement. The features include: rich, warm, relaxed, natural - Adirondack camps, Western lodges, much more; and glowing photos of dozens of unique rustic homes from across North America.

About the Author
Stillman O'Leary, the principal designer of Evergreen House Interiors in Lake Placid, New York, is the country's preeminent designer specializing in Adirondack-style interiors; her client list includes many prominent VIPs. Her previous book, Adirondack Style, was featured in House and Garden, the New York Times, Vogue, and Country Home. Andrew Wellman specializes in architecture and interiors photography, and works with architects, builders, and interior designers. His images have appeared in publications such as Yankee, AAA magazine, and Hooked on the Outdoors.

At the Mercy of the Mountains

"For every hiker, climber or canoeist who gets into trouble, there are thousands more who don't. Peter Bronski's compelling account of misadventures in the Adirondacks is a necessary corrective for those who go into the mountains unwary of the dangers." --Jim Wickwire, author of Addicted to Danger: A Memoir About Affirming Life in the Face of Death and the first American to summit K2

"In this compelling book, award-winning adventure writer and former Lower Adirondack Search and Rescue team member Peter Bronski chronicles true stories of survival and tragedy, from famous historical cases during the early twentieth century to modern tales of harrowing struggle in the mountains and wilderness. Extensively researched, these gripping tales pull together historical accounts, firsthand interviews, previously untold stories, and expert analysis to retrace each misadventure.

More than just a recounting of tragedy in the wilderness, At the Mercy of the Mountains is an affirmation of the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity and an insight into why misadventure happens in the first place—and how to avoid it. It is a must-read for hikers, climbers, paddlers, armchair travelers—anyone who loves great tales of adventure." --Associated Press

Folding Adirondack Rocking Chair

Traditional Adirondack style and quality, FOLDING convenience and the soothing comfort... Rocking Chair! Adirondack chairs have been the American standard for laid-back comfort for more than a century. You're looking at an improved design on this comfort favorite. Features: Solid Canadian fir construction, known for its weight, stability and hardness; Individually hand-stained for all-weather durability; Treated to resist UV damage, fading and weather; Easily fold for storage (must remove rockers on); Some assembly required. High back and wide armrests for comfort; Rust-resistant metal hardware; Stained for all-weather durability; 36 1/2 x 29 x 35"h. Please Note: This is a Heavy / Bulky item. $5.00 for heavy / bulky shipping and handling will be charged in addition to regular shipping and handling. Folding Adirondack Rocking Chair

Adirondack Cuisine

An impressive compendium of superb recipes, Adirondack Cuisine is enhanced with wonderful color photography showcasing some of the finished dishes, as well b/w illustrations of the countryside that inspired them. From Wild Buckwheat Honey-Roasted Chicken with Apple & Shiitake Mushroom Stuffing; Thendara Pepper-Crusted Filet with Cognac-Merlot Sauce; High Peaks Chamboard & Blackberry Mousse; and Redskin Irish Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes with Asparagus & Corned Beef Morsels; to Trappers Pan-Seared Steak over Russet Potato & Lobster Hash with Lobster Claw-Scallion Butter; Royal Blackberry Scones with Ruby Port-Plum Butter; Mascarpone-Stuffed Poached Pears; and Grilled Breast of Duck with Maple & Currant Demi-Glaze, Adirondack Cuisine showcases a mouth-watering wealth of wonderful recipes that would satisfy any appetite and please any palate.