Perfect for anyone interested in sewing — whether it's updating an old top or creating an A-line skirt from scratch — Dressmakingcovers everything one needs to know to make, alter, and customize clothes. Sewers will discover what supplies to buy and how to use them, the best fabrics to choose based on drape and weave, how to understand patterns and alter them, and the essential general techniques to master — plus patterns and detailed step-by-step instructions are provided for a skirt, dress, shirt, tee, jacket, and pair of pants — including suggested variations!
Encyclopedia of Biodiversity: Encyclopedia of Biodiversity, 2nd Edition (7 Volume Set)
The 7-volume Encyclopedia of Biodiversity, Second Edition maintains the reputation of the highly regarded original, presenting the most current information available in this globally crucial area of research and study. It brings together the dimensions of biodiversity and examines both the services it provides and the measures to protect it. Major themes of the work include the evolution of biodiversity, systems for classifying and defining biodiversity, ecological patterns and theories of biodiversity, and an assessment of contemporary patterns and trends in biodiversity.
American Cultural Patterns: A Cross-Cultural Perspective
This classic study has become a seminal work in the field of intercultural relations.They analyze American cultural patterns and values in four dimensions: Form of Activity, Form of Social Relations, Perception of the World and Perception of the Self.
Toy Dragons, Knights and Fair Maidens: Full Size Scroll Saw Patterns
This fun and playful book of Toy Dragons, Knights & Fair Maidens scroll saw toy patterns is sure to delight! Simple to make and assemble each pattern can be cut out, sanded, glued and finished quickly. Book includes patterns for Marsupial, Frost, Wyvern, Lindworm and European dragons plus a War Horse, Brave Knight and Fair Maiden.