Best of
How-To

2003

The Total Money Makeover Workbook


Dave Ramsey - 2003
    With inspiring real-life stories and thought-provoking questionnaires, this workbook will help you achieve financial fitness as you daily work out those newly defined money muscles. Ramsey will motivate you to immediate action, so you can: Set up an emergency fund (believe me, you're going to need it) Pay off your home mortgage―it is possible. Prepare for college funding (your kids will love you for it) Maximize your retirement investing so you can live your golden years in financial peace Build wealth like crazy! With incentive exercises that really do exercise your spending and saving habits, Ramsey will get your mind and your money working to make your life free of fiscal stress and strain. It's a no-nonsense plan that will not only make over your money habits, but it will also completely transform your life.

Cool Tools: A Catalog of Possibilities


Kevin Kelly - 2003
    Tools include hand tools, maps, how-to books, vehicles, software, specialized devices, gizmos, websites — and anything useful.Tools are selected and presented in the book if they are the best of kind, the cheapest, or the only thing available that will do the job. This is an oversized book which reviews over 1,500 different tools, explaining why each one is great, and what its benefits are. Indirectly the book illuminates the possibilities contained in such tools and the whole catalog serves an education outside the classroom. The content in this book was derived from ten years of user reviews published at the Cool Tools website, cool-tools.org.

Total Control: High Performance Street Riding Techniques


Lee Parks - 2003
    This is the perfect book for riders who want to take their street riding skills to a higher level. Total Control explains the ins and outs of high-performance street riding. Lee Parks, one of the most accomplished riders, racers, authors and instructors in the world, helps riders master the awe-inspiring performance potential of modern motorcycles.This book gives riders everything they need to develop the techniques and survival skills necessary to become a proficient, accomplished, and safer street rider. High quality photos, detailed instructions, and professional diagrams highlight the intricacies and proper techniques of street riding. Readers will come away with a better understanding of everything from braking and cornering to proper throttle control, resulting in a more exciting yet safer ride.

Gotham Writers' Workshop: Writing Fiction: The Practical Guide From New York's Acclaimed Creative Writing School


Alexander Steele - 2003
    Now the techniques of this renowned school are available in this book.Here you'll find: The fundamental elements of fiction craft—character, plot, point of view, etc.—explained clearly and completely - Key concepts illustrated with passages from great works of fiction - The complete text of "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver—a masterpiece of contemporary short fiction that is analyzed throughout the book - Exercises that let you immediately apply what you learn to your own writing.Written by Gotham Writers' Workshop expert instructors and edited by Dean of Faculty Alexander Steele, Writing Fiction offers the same methods and exercises that have earned the school international acclaim.Once you've read—and written—your way through this book, you'll have a command of craft that will enable you to turn your ideas into effective short stories and novels. You will be a writer.Gotham Writers' Workshop is America's leading private creative writing school, offering classes in New York City and on the web at WritingClasses.com. The school's interactive online classes, selected "Best of the Web" by Forbes, have attracted thousands of aspiring writers from across the United States and more than sixty countries.

The Cannabis Grow Bible: The Definitive Guide to Growing Marijuana for Recreational and Medical Use


Greg Green - 2003
    It explains the “Screen of Green” technique that gives a higher yield using fewer plants, an important development for American growers who, if caught, are penalized according to number of plants. The Cannabis Grow Bible is an authoritative source that features almost 200 color and black-and-white photographs, charts, and tables. With an emphasis on the day-to-day aspects of maintaining a garden and European expertise, this book ensures that growers will enjoy a successful harvest.

Alton Brown's Gear for Your Kitchen


Alton Brown - 2003
    While his machinations may border on the Rube Goldberg-esque, it is among Brown's missions to present the best - and often the simplest - tool to get the job done. Following an introduction that discusses a little bit of kitchen history and some advice on room layout and organization, the book is divided into 9 chapters: Big Things with Plugs, Pots and Pans, Sharp Things, The Tool Box, Small Things with Plugs, Storage and Containment, It Came From the Hardware Store, Surfaces, and Safety and Sanitation.

The Compleat Meadmaker: Home Production of Honey Wine from Your First Batch to Award-Winning Fruit and Herb Variations


Ken Schramm - 2003
    Today's hobbyists rediscover the simplicity of making mead while reveling in the range of flavors that can result. In The Compleat Meadmaker, veteran beverage hobbyist Ken Schramm introduces the novice to the wonders of mead. With easy-to-follow procedures and simple recipes, he shows how you can quickly and painlessly make your own mead at home. In later chapters he introduces flavorful variations on the basic theme that lead to mead flavored with spice, fruits, grapes and even malt."-- from the book's back cover

How to Draw (Pokémon)


Tracey West - 2003
    You'll be a Pokémon drawing master in no time!

Mammal Tracks & Sign: A Guide to North American Species


Mark Elbroch - 2003
    How to find, identify, measure, and interpret the clues mammals leave behind--explained and illustrated like never before. Includes essays that contextualize tracking as a developing science continually garnering more interest and participation; included also are instructive anecdotes from the author's work as a tracker and wildlife expert. An invaluable resource for beginning or professional trackers and wildlife enthusiasts in all North American locations.

Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life


Terry Brooks - 2003
    Spanning topics from the importance of daydreaming to the necessity of writing an outline, from the fine art of showing instead of merely telling to creating believable characters who make readers care what happens to them, Brooks draws upon his own experiences, hard lessons learned, and delightful discoveries made in creating the beloved Shannara and Magic Kingdom of Landover series, The Word and The Void trilogy, and the bestselling Star Wars novel The Phantom Menace.In addition to being a writing guide, Sometimes the Magic Works is Terry Brooks’s self-portrait of the artist. “If you don’t think there is magic in writing, you probably won’t write anything magical,” says Brooks. This book offers a rare opportunity to peer into the mind of (and learn a trick or two from) one of fantasy fiction’s preeminent magicians.

The Calligrapher's Bible: 100 Complete Alphabets and How to Draw Them


David Harris - 2003
    Each of its 100 sections shows a complete A-to-Z calligraphy alphabet, with lessons on correct pen strokes and advice on avoiding errors. Beginners will find sound basic instruction, while experienced calligraphers can extend their repertoire with letter styles that range from classic Roman to clean and elegant contemporary styles. In addition to analysis of each alphabet's features, the book's detailed instruction provides information on -- Tools and materials * Layout basics * Numerals and punctuation * Illumination and ornamentation * Tips for the left-handed calligrapher . . . and more. Readers will also find examples by master calligraphers from past eras. This book's spiral binding ensures that pages lay flat when opened, allowing calligraphers to study and copy each pen stroke with ease. The Calligrapher's Bible is printed in color and features more than 350 illustrations.

The Non-Designer's Design Book


Robin P. Williams - 2003
    Not to worry: This book is the one place you can turn to find quick, non-intimidating, excellent design help. In The Non-Designer's Design Book, 2nd Edition, best-selling author Robin Williams turns her attention to the basic principles of good design and typography. All you have to do is follow her clearly explained concepts, and you'll begin producing more sophisticated, professional, and interesting pages immediately. Humor-infused, jargon-free prose interspersed with design exercises, quizzes, illustrations, and dozens of examples make learning a snap—which is just what audiences have come to expect from this best-selling author.

Breakthrough Prayer: The Secret of Receiving What You Need from God


Jim Cymbala - 2003
    'Breakthrough Prayer' explains the principles and lays out a vision that can revolutionize our lives, enabling us to receive all that God has for us.

Crafted Prayer: The Joy of Always Getting Your Prayers Answered


Graham Cooke - 2003
    When we discover what this is, we can pray with confidence because we know he will answer. Cooke teaches readers the art of effective crafted prayer based on Scripture, thanksgiving, and stillness.

Rock-Solid Relationships: Strengthening Personal Relationships with Wisdom from the Scriptures


Wendy Watson Nelson - 2003
    Wendy Watson illustrates how the word of God can bring more life and love to any relationship.For thirty years, Dr. Watson has worked with people who struggle with relationships--spouses who feel misunderstood and neglected; parents and children who find themselves at odds with each other; in-laws who clash; siblings who quarrel; neighbors who disagree; and associates in the workplace who don't work well together. In Rock Solid Relationships, Dr. Watson offers powerful solutions, based on the word of God, to many common conflicts and concerns. She concludes:I am convinced the scriptures are the very best `how to' books on relationships. They are the first and last word on how to be a better husband, father, wife, mother, parent, son, daughter, sibling, in-law, friend, neighbor, boss, or employee. The scriptures contain the answers to every conceivable relationship question.In a world filled with so much uncertainty, terror, and tragedy, we need places of security, commitments we can bank on, people we can trust, and love we can rely on. We need rock-solid relationships! Dr. Watson shows how rocky relationships can become rock-solid if those relationships have as their foundation the Rock, Jesus Christ, and His teachings of love. With examples from the scriptures, real-life experiences, and practical applications, Rock Solid Relationships reveals how the answer to a seemingly overwhelming problem can begin with one small change in the way we think, feel, or act.Each of fourteen chapters in the book discusses a principle from the scriptures and shows how that principle can be applied on a practical level to heal and strengthen relationships with simple and powerful solutions such as watching our thoughts about others, using the past in constructive ways, considering how others see the problem, and not settling for less.Rock Solid Relationships will change the way you look at others and yourself. It invites you to "experiment upon the word" by applying practical and doable solutions from the scriptures that will improve the way you interact with the people who matter most in your life.

Stolen Sharpie Revolution: A DIY Zine Resource


Alex Wrekk - 2003
    From tools, to layout, copying, printing, trading, promotion, ordering, mailing, distribution, and a whole lot more. Over 150 (albeit pocket sized!) packed pages. The new third edition includes 32 more pages of distributor listings, stores, and libraries that work with zines.

Mrs. Dunwoody's Excellent Instructions for Homekeeping: Timeless Wisdom and Practical Advice


Miriam Lukken - 2003
    Dunwoody is a character based on the author's great grandmother and other traditional Southern women who believe in the importance of making a house a home.

The Cheese Board: Collective Works: Bread, Pastry, Cheese, Pizza


Cheese Board Collective - 2003
    When the restaurant was conceived, I wanted it to be in North Berkeley so the Cheese Board would be nearby, because I knew I would be among friends. -Alice Waters, from the ForewordWhen a tiny cheese shop opened in Berkeley, California, in 1967, there was little hint of what the store-and the neighborhood-would grow into over the next 30 years. The Cheese Board became a collective a few years later and Chez Panisse opened across the street, giving birth to one of the country'¬?s most vibrant food neighborhoods, the epicenter of California'¬?s culinary revolution. Equal parts bakery, cheese store, pizzeria, and gathering place, the Cheese Board is a patchwork of the local community, where a passion for good food runs deep. THE CHEESE BOARD presents over 100 recipes for the store'¬?s classic breads, pastries, and pizzas, along with a history of the collective and an extensive cheese primer.More than 150 classic recipes from one of the San Francisco Bay Area'¬?s most acclaimed culinary destinations.Includes a history of the store, a cheese primer, and over 50 duotone photographs that capture the food and personality of the Cheese Board.

Talking with Your Hands, Listening with Your Eyes: A Complete Photographic Guide to American Sign Language


Gabriel Grayson - 2003
    Over 22 million people use it to communicate. It has its own beauty, its own unmistakable form, and its own inherent culture. It is American Sign Language (ASL), the language of the deaf.Gabriel Grayson has put together a book that makes signing accessible, easy, and fun. Using almost 1,400 photographs, he has created a comprehensive primer to the techniques, words, and phrases of signing. Each word or phrase is accompanied by a photo or series of photos that show hand and body motions and facial expressions. Along with the images are step-by-step instructions for forming the sign, as well as a helpful "Visualize" tip that connects the sign with its meaning for easier recall.After examining the fascinating history and nature of both sign language and the deaf community, Talking With Your Hands explains signing basics, covering such topics as handshapes, fingerspelling, signing etiquette, and more. The remaining chapters provide over 1,700 words and phrases. Throughout the book, informative insets focus on fascinating aspects of deaf history, deaf culture, and significant deaf personalities.

Instant Karma: 8,879 Ways to Give Yourself and Others Good Fortune Right Now


Barbara Ann Kipfer - 2003
    Help yourself. Be a better person, and make the world a better place. Using the wisdom of the East to instruct and inspire, Instant Karma is a universe of things a reader can do, right now, to accumulate good karma. And, like pennies going into a piggy bank, each is a seemingly little thing-but feed the bank day after day and feel it grow richer and happier.Created by Barbara Ann Kipfer, the author whose books-including 14,000 Things to Be Happy About, 8,789 Words of Wisdom, and The Wish List-have 1.2 million copies in print, Instant Karma is a compulsive, densely packed, chunky little book of 10,000 or so suggestions, wishes, thoughts, and the occasional heartening quotation.Line after line, page after page, mesmerizing to read and filled with inspiration, it is the best kind of call to action-good for you and good for others.

From Curries to Kebabs: Recipes from the Indian Spice Trail


Madhur Jaffrey - 2003
    In this groundbreaking book, bestselling author Madhur Jaffrey presents more than 100 of the best curries, many recorded for the very first time, plus all the savory accompaniments to serve with them.In this fascinating volume, Madhur traces the origins of curry, explaining how Indian immigrants brought ingredients and techniques to new lands, creating an ever-growing cornucopia of delicious hybrids. To illustrate the evolution of curry, and its close relative, the kebab, she not only includes the finest recipes from India?like Hyderabadi Ground Lamb with Orange and Dry Masala Fish?but a wide variety of exotic curries from all over the world. Enticing recipes include Sumatran Lamb Curry from Indonesia, Red Beef Curry from Sri Lanka, Burmese Chicken-Coconut Soup from Myanmar, Lobster in Yellow Curry Sauce from Thailand, Vietnamese Pork with Lemongrass, Lamb Shanks Braised in a Yogurt Sauce from Pakistan, and even a beef curry from Japan, where, as in the United Kingdom, curry is one of the most popular meals, even among schoolchildren. To complement the curries, there are soups, noodles, breads, chutneys, beans, vegetables, and, best of all, twenty recipes for easy and deliciously spiced kebabs.Beautifully illustrated and filled with the kind of comprehensive insight into the art of curry that only Madhur Jaffrey could provide, From Curries to Kebabs makes fascinating reading for cooks everywhere and will be an outstanding addition to any curry lover's library.

Emergency & Critical Care: Pocket Guide ACLS Version


Paula Derr - 2003
    The Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide Has Been An Essential Resource For Physicians, Paramedics, And Nurses For Over A Decade. The Pocket Guide Consolidates The Critical Information Found In Desk References Into A Convenient 3-X5- Pocket-Size Format That Is Handy Enough To Take With You Anywhere. The Newly Updated Seventh Edition Features The 2010 AHA Algorithms, Updated Poisons, Emergency Medications, And Common Drugs Sections, As Well As Updated Pediatric Medications, A Revised Spanish Section, Clear ECG Rhythm Images, And Straightforward Medical Emergency Treatments. Additional Topics Covered Include Hemodynamic Values/Outcomes, An IV Compatibility Chart And Stroke Management.

Home Improvement 1-2-3: Expert Advice from the Home Depot


Home Depot - 2003
    The new editionawith 340 projects, 3,500 color photographs, and more than 100 illustrations, charts, and graphsaoffers up-to-the-minute solutions for homeowners tackling home repair, maintenance, and improvement. Chapters cover painting, wallpaper, plumbing, electrical system, walls and ceilings, flooring, doors, windows, cabinets, shelves, countertops, insulation, weatherproofing, exterior maintenance, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning. Clear, concise instructions accompanied by detailed how-to photographs ensure your success no matter what your skill level. Every project offers tips, shortcuts and advice on buying and using tools and materials, working safely, avoiding common mistakes, saving time and money, and developing skills. "Home Improvement 1-2-3" also reviews new tools, technology, materials, and installation techniques.

The Complete Book of Sewing


Chris Jeffreys - 2003
    Packed with modern computer-aided designs, cutting-edge advice on tools, supplies, and fabrics as well as a new, inspirational fabric gallery, and hundreds of specially commissioned full-color step-by-step photographs--the book maintains its original appeal, while enticing a whole new generation of readers.

Creative Cloth Doll Making: New Approaches for Using Fibers, Beads, Dyes, and Other Exciting Techniques


Patti Medaris Culea - 2003
    Gone are the primitive country dolls Grandma used to make. Today's leading artists are developing cutting-edge techniques for creating a new generation of funky contemporary dolls. Written by internationally known doll maker Patti Medaris Culea, this unique book enables readers to take inspiration from top contemporary designers—right from home. The premise is as original as it is fun: renowned designers use 1 of the 3 simple patterns provided in the book to make a doll. Readers are able to look over the shoulder of the author, and of each designer, as she fashions her own unique creation. Crisp text, detailed illustrations, and color photos take readers step by step through the creative process. The end result—a wide array of amazingly different dolls made from 3 simple patterns—inspires doll makers to try out new techniques to fashion their own one-of-a-kind creations. Including the work and insights of contemporary talents such as Julie McCullough, Barbara Chapman, Barbara Evans, Annie Hesse, Jane Coughlan, Lynne Butcher, Barbara Willis, and others, this fun teaching guide brings the hottest new techniques to life in a creative and inspirational way.

Honoring the Medicine: The Essential Guide to Native American Healing


Ken Cohen - 2003
    It is America’s original holistic medicine, a powerful means of healing the body, balancing the emotions, and renewing the spirit. Medicine men and women prescribe prayers, dances, songs, herbal mixtures, counseling, and many other remedies that help not only the individual but the family and the community as well. The goal of healing is both wellness and wisdom.Written by a master of alternative healing practices, Honoring the Medicine gathers together an unparalleled abundance of information about every aspect of Native American medicine and a healing philosophy that connects each of us with the whole web of life—people, plants, animals, the earth. Inside you will discover• The power of the Four Winds—the psychological and spiritual qualities that contribute to harmony and health• Native American Values—including wisdom from the Wolf and the inportance of commitment and cooperation• The Vision Quest—searching for the Great Spirit’s guidance and life’s true purpose• Moontime rituals—traditional practices that may be observed by women during menstruation• Massage techniques, energy therapies, and the need for touch • The benefits of ancient purification ceremonies, such as the Sweat Lodge• Tips on finding and gathering healing plants—the wonders of herbs • The purpose of smudging, fasting, and chanting—and how science confirms their effectivenessComplete with true stories of miraculous healing, this unique book will benefit everyone who is committed to improving his or her quality of life. “If you have the courage to look within and without,” Kenneth Cohen tells us, “you may find that you also have an indigenous soul.”From the Hardcover edition.

Creative Sketches for Scrapbooking


Becky Higgins - 2003
    The 52 sketches, instantly recognizable as Becky's clean, classic style, give you a new design to sample each week of the year! This must-have book is divided into sections according to how many photos you have to scrap—saving you time! If you have six photos, flip to the six photos layout section and glean inspiration from layouts crafted by Becky and readers. 162 pagesYou'll get: 52 sketches in Becky's signature style. Tips on becoming a "sketch" artist from Becky. A recipe for perfect pages every time!

Earl Scruggs and the 5-String Banjo: Revised and Enhanced Edition


Earl Scruggs - 2003
    The best-selling banjo method in the world! Earl Scruggs's legendary method has helped thousands of banjo players get their start. The Revised and Enhanced Edition features more songs, updated lessons, and many other improvements. It includes everything you need to know to start playing banjo, including: a history of the 5-string banjo, getting acquainted with the banjo, Scruggs tuners, how to read music, chords, how to read tablature, right-hand rolls and left-hand techniques, banjo tunings, exercises in picking, over 40 songs, how to build a banjo, autobiographical notes, and much more! The book/audio version includes recordings of Earl Scruggs playing and explaining over 60 examples! Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

We Got Steam Heat!


Dan Holohan - 2003
    I know these systems inside and out, and I think you'll like my plain-English way of explaining it all to you.In 172 pages, you’ll learn . . .* How your steam heating system works (and why it might not)* What each component is, and what it does (or what it’s supposed to do!)* Why high pressure in a steam heating system won’t work* How the choice of fuels can affect your system* What causes all that noise (and how to get rid of it once and for all)* Simple ways to lower your fuel bill* What you can do yourself* When you should keep your hands in your pockets* How to find a steam heating pro (and how to avoid the knuckleheads)* Things that should be in every contract you sign for steam heating work* The right questions to ask when replacing a boiler* How to fix, move, clean, paint and/or replace an old radiator* How to have a hot water zone added to your steam heating system* How to know if you can have your system converted to hot water heat* And a whole lot more!There’s also a bit of history to go along with the mystery of steam heating here – things you probably didn’t know about exploding boilers, Gabriel Fahrenheit, the Spanish Influenza and mechanical mayhem in New York City. I promise you this. You WON'T be bored! --Dan Holohan(from publisher website)

Guitar Fretboard Workbook: A Complete System for Understanding the Fretboard for Acoustic or Electric Guitar


Barrett Tagliarino - 2003
    Navigate the guitar neck better than ever before with this easy-to-use book! Designed from Musicians Institute core curriculum programs, it covers essential concepts for players of every level, acoustic or electric. A hands-on guide to theory, it will help you learn to build any scale or chord on your own and unleash creativity. No music reading is required. This second edition has been thoroughly updated and includes new music examples.

Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants


Peter Hiscock - 2003
    It presents a detailed A-to-Z directory covering hundreds of aquarium plants with high quality color photos and succinct profiles of each plant. Information includes the plant's common name, botanical designation, growth cycle, and general description. The book's additional sections offer details on how to grow and propagate aquatic plants, and how to protect them from parasites and other problems. This handsome volume features approximately 450 color photos and illustrations.

Unexpected Knitting


Debbie New - 2003
    The designs emanate from an extraordinary mind, ... but the author has written out detailed and comprehensive instructions for the rest of us. Some designs include: Form knitting, Scribble Lace, Swirl, Sculptural, Virtual, Cellular Automaton and Labyrinth knitting.

The Fly-Tying Bible: 100 Deadly Trout and Salmon Flies in Step-By-Step Photographs


Peter Gathercole - 2003
    Fly-tying is a highly prized fisherman's craft, but it's also an art form, wonderfully captured in this volume's hundreds of color photos. Each of 100 fly patterns is presented in a two-page spread: an enlarged photo and textual description on the left-hand page, complemented with a set of step-by-step, clearly captioned photos on the facing page. In addition, fishing enthusiasts will find sections on fly-tying tools and materials plus general instructions for getting started. The author, a well-known fly-tier and sport fisherman gives instructions on making traditional trout and salmon flies--all of them fish catchers of proven effectiveness in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Examples vary in complexity, with patterns to fit every skill level from novice to expert fly-tier. Here are dry flies, nymphs and bugs, wet flies, streamers, and hairwings--a virtually complete selection of traditional and up-to-date examples of the art. The book's hidden spiral binding keeps its pages opened flat, which makes it ideal for reference at the workbench. More than 600 color photos.

Pete Dunne on Bird Watching: The How-to, Where-to, and When-to of Birding


Pete Dunne - 2003
    Now the popular birding author identifies the skills and tools available to people with any amount of interest, great or small, in bird watching. Beginning with backyard birding and moving through a quick but comprehensive survey of tools of the trade, Dunne outlines ten basic, simple steps in bird identification that can make a birder out of the most casual of observers. He goes on to show beginning birders how to use their skills to explore new horizons through birding by ear, birding by telescope, and finding and identifying rare or difficult birds. Written in the lively, authoritative style that has made Dunne one of the most popular writers in this field today, Pete Dunne on Bird Watching will inspire in readers both a growing passion for birding and a lifelong respect for the natural world and its inhabitants.

The Penland Book of Ceramics: Master Classes in Ceramic Techniques


Lark Books - 2003
    “One of those rare publications that actually meets its claim to give ‘master classes’ in ceramic technique. As a context for enjoying the inventive ways in which these artists make their ceramics, it is difficult to see how the formula could be bettered.”—Ceramic Review.

Artist's Color Manual: The Complete Guide to Working with Color


Simon Jennings - 2003
    Whether they work in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, colored pencils, or inks, artists of all stripes will find information and ideas flowing from every profusely illustrated page. Renowned art instructor Simon Jennings begins with a basic introduction to color theory, the color wheel, and the art of mixing pigments. The heart of the Artist's Color Manual is a comprehensive guide to mixing and creating each color of the spectrum, from primaries to tricky neutrals, flesh tones, and metallics. Additional chapters focus on techniques, such as mixing media, that create color in both traditional and unexpected ways. Examples of work by accomplished artists and interviews with leading painters suggest creative ideas for color use. With expert instruction, detailed information, and inspiring visuals, Artist's Color Manual is especially helpful for those who are learning to paint, yet speaks with definitive authority to all artists looking to perfect their craft.

Mosaic Techniques Traditions: Projects Designs from Around the World


Sonia King - 2003
    The history of the art, tools and materials, and techniques come first: bases, adhesives, and grout; shaping and placing tesserae; practical and artistic design considerations; and several methods of creating the actual mosaic. Put that information to use on an array of magnificent international projects—from a Blue Willow Tray to a Rock Garden Fountain—all beautifully illustrated and with the level of difficulty noted.

Ricky Tims' Convergence Quilts: Mysterious, Magical, Easy, and Fun


Ricky Tims - 2003
    Quilting expert Ricky Tims presents an imaginative, new piecing technique that quilters will adore! Convergence quilts feature two or more fabrics cut into strips, sewn together, then cut and pieced again.

Rabbits for Dummies


Audrey Pavia - 2003
    And while they may seem like simple little creatures, they are really very complex and never cease to amaze those who live with them. Physiologically and psychologically bunnies are very different from cats and dogs--or any other pet you may be familiar with--and they have their own unique needs and problems that must be addressed. Keeping a bunny healthy and happy requires a sincere commitment of time, energy, and love--one you'd better be sure you're willing to invest before you take one of these gentle little creatures into your life. Rabbits For Dummies lets you take a well-informed look before hopping headlong into the wonderful world of rabbit ownership. This fun, entertaining book fills you in on everything you need to know to successfully adopt, nurture, live with and love a rabbit. You'll discover how to:Choose the right rabbit for you Learn how to communicate with your bunny Understand your rabbit's special needs Acclimate your rabbit to your household Feed and house your rabbit properly Identify and address common health problems Breed Rabbits Written by lifelong rabbit fancier and award-winning author pet author, Audrey Pavia, Rabbits For Dummies is ideal for first-time and veteran rabbit owners, alike. It is a gold mine of advice, guidance and tested-in-the-trenches tips on:Deciding if a rabbit is right for you and vice versa Choosing the right breed, size, age and sex bunny for you Finding your rabbit and introducing it into your home Housing, cleaning and feeding your rabbit Health issues, concerns and treatments Dealing with bunny behavior problems Training your bunny to use a litter box Teaching your rabbit tricks and having fun together Rabbit psychology and physiology Breeding and showing rabbits for fun and profit Packed with informative photos and how-to sections on every aspect of caring for and loving a pet bunny, Rabbits For Dummies is a survival guide for rabbits and their people.

Eliminating Stress, Finding Inner Peace


Brian L. Weiss - 2003
    Stress kills, there’s no doubt. Stress eats away at our happiness and joy, as well as our stomach lining. Stress raises blood pressure and directly harms our cardiovascular system. Stress depresses our immune system and allows chronic illnesses to overwhelm us, causing pain, disability, and even death. Basically, stress robs us of happiness and joy. Stress is a mental state that can cause severe negative emotional and physical consequences. It can be entirely eliminated, or at least greatly lessened, by adjusting our understanding and attitudes, and by learning simple yet pervasive mental and bodily relaxation. This book and its accompanying stress-reduction CD will help you deeply relax. It will enable you to release the acute and chronic stress we constantly carry in our bodies and our minds. It can help you remove the blocks and obstacles to your inner peace and joy, and prevent and heal stress-related illness and disease. To heal yourself in this manner is a profoundly loving act. It is an act of self-love, because you are taking the time and expending the energy to heal yourself physically and emotionally, and to bring more happiness into your life. Regular practice with the CD will produce deep, long-lasting results.

Doctor Dunbar's Good Little Dog Book


Ian Dunbar - 2003
    This book outlines step-by-step, illustrated techniques for socialization, temperament training, and behavior modification as well as for teaching basic manners. Dr. Dunbar's training techniques are altogether quicker, easier, gentler, more effective, and certainly considerably more enjoyable for you and your dog. Veterinarian and animal behaviorist Dr. Ian Dunbar is the original creator of off-leash puppy classes, which sparked the revolution for positive, reward-based, dog-friendly dog training.

How to Draw 101 Animals


Dan Green - 2003
    Since each image is broken down into six simple steps, children will quickly gain in confidence when they see their finished results, and will soon be adapting their designs and drawing freehand pictures of their own. Ideal for junior artists age 5+.

Drawing: Landscapes with William F. Powell: Learn to draw step by step


William F. Powell - 2003
    Powell invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to render a variety of beautiful landscape subjects in pencil. Explore a number of basic drawing techniques and learn to develop a drawing to its fullest through a series of step-by-step demonstrations. You'll discover different methods of shading, ways of manipulating drawing tools to produce specific textures, and tips on how to design a well-balanced composition, providing you with the necessary knowledge to create your own landscape drawings from preliminary sketch to the completed work.

The Big Book Of Juices And Smoothies: 365 Natural Blends For Health And Vitality Every Day


Natalie Savona - 2003
    Look good and feel great all year round with this practical step-by- step guide to introducing juices and smoothies into your life.

Ideo Method Cards: 51 Ways To Inspire Design


NOT A BOOK - 2003
    Look at what they do. Learn from the facts you gather. Try it yourself! Ideo has become a leader in design by keeping people at the center of the design process. These cards show some of the methods we use to inspire great design. Each card describes one method and includes a brief story about how and when to use it. This is not a "how to" guide. It's a design tool meant to help you explore new approaches and develop your own. Use the deck to take a new view, to inspire creativity, to communicate with your team, or to turn a corner.

Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion


Anonymous - 2003
    A new chapter on The Many Benefits of Yoga gives a fascinating and valuable overview of the ways that yoga can maintain or restore the health of the body. With the help of specially commissioned anatomical drawings, it explains how yoga poses work on and benefit the body, including their effect on different types of muscle and the connective tissue (the vast network of elastic tissue that encloses and connects muscles and organs); how poses can help to stimulate our hormonal system; the vital role they play in calming the nervous system, helping you to relax and deal with stress; and the powerful effect yoga has in oxygenating the whole body, and especially the brain, which needs plentiful supplies of oxygen to function properly. In the chapter Proper Exercise, the yoga poses are arranged in the order you should practice them in, and poses are clearly labeled beginner, intermediate, or advanced, helping the reader to progress at his or her own pace. At the end of the book, in another new feature that yoga students will welcome, there are specially devised programs of yoga poses for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students of 20, 40 and 60 minutes each. The chapters on Yogic Breathing and on Positive Thinking and Meditation provide detailed advice on breathing techniques and on how to meditate. The Vegetarian Diet chapter has also been rewritten, and now includes a helpful transition eating plan to becoming vegetarian. The chapter also includes over 40 wholesome and delicious all-new vegetarian recipes.

The Flower Gardener's Bible: Time-Tested Techniques, Creative Designs, and Perfect Plants for Colorful Gardens


Nancy Hill - 2003
    They cover it all--from choosing your site and designing your garden to improving your soil, choosing and caring for your plants, and fighting pests and disease. Create the flower garden of your dreams with this comprehensive reference.

Social Skills Training: For Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Social-Communication Problems


Jed Baker - 2003
    and more. In this comprehensive and user friendly book, the author translates years of experience working with students wiht Asperger Syndrome and social-communication difficulties. After brief introductory chapters on skills to target, instructional strategies, behavior management, promoting generalization, etc., as well as a special chapter by Brenda Smith Myles on relevant characteristics of autism spectrum disorders, the reader is presented with the essence of this must-have resource: 70 of the skills that most commonly cause difficulty for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and social-communications problems. The presentation of each skill consists of a reproducible skill handout, as well as activity sheets listing ways teachers and parents can demonstrate, practice, and reinforce the skill in the classroom and at home. A concluding chapter on promoting peer acceptance offers sensitivity training programs for both students of various age groups and school staff, making this a complete social skills training package for students of all ages.

The Drummer's Bible: How to Play Every Drum Style from Afro-Cuban to Zydeco


Mick Berry - 2003
    Among the many styles and subsidiary styles covered are blues, rock, jazz, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, klezmer, zydeco, funk, bossa nova, polka, Dixieland, surf, and disco. While this resource and two-CD set can serve as a simple encyclopaedia for those who need to know how to play a particular style, suggestions on varying the beat patterns for those who want to explore further and create their own patterns are also included. In addition, the two CDs contain performances of the musical examples in the book, which is designed with a lay-flat binding for easy use.

Beginner's Hindi Script (Teach Yourself)


Rupert Snell - 2003
    Its phonetic arrangement makes it quite easy to learn and once you know the basic four dozen or so characters, you will be well on your way to reading the signs, posters, notices, street names, signposts and advertisements that are part of the everyday scene in North India. This book introduces the characters of Devanagari one by one in phonetic groups, steadily building up your ability to read and write. It also gives you some information on the cultural orientation of the language, explaining where Hindi belongs in the history of Indian languages and showing where its words come from. There are hints for authentic handwriting skills and plenty of exercises throughout so that you can practise what you've learnt. Examples from real-life signs, notices and advertisements show you the language in context.

How to Write Law Essays and Exams


S.I. Strong - 2003
    The book focuses on those questions that give students the most trouble, namely problem questions, but its techniques are equally applicable to othertypes of essays. Designed for law students of all levels, the text helps students understand their substantive courses while at the same time teaching vital writing and analytical skills.

Caveman Chemistry: 28 Projects, from the Creation of Fire to the Production of Plastics


Kevin M. Dunn - 2003
    They crafted intricate tools from stone and brewed mind-altering elixirs from honey. Their descendants transformed clay into pottery, wool into clothing, and ashes into cleansers. In ceramic crucibles they won metal from rock, the metals lead to colored glazes and glass. Buildings of brick and mortar enshrined books of parchment and paper. Kings and queens demanded ever more colorful clothing and accessories in order to out-class clod-hoppers and call-girls. Kingdoms rose and fell by the power of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal. And the demands of everyday folk for glass and paper and soap stimulated the first round of chemical industrialization. From sulfuric acid to sodium carbonate. From aniline dyes to analgesic drugs. From blasting powder to fertilizers and plastics. In a phrase, From Caveman to Chemist. Your guides on this journey are the four alchemical elements; Fire, Earth, Air and Water. These archetypical characters deliver first-hand accounts of the births of their respective technologies. The spirit of Fire, for example, was born in the first creature to cultivate the flame. This spirit passed from one person to another, from one generation to another, from one millennium to another, arriving at last in the pages of this book. The spirit of Earth taught folks to make tools of stone, the spirit of Air imparted knowledge of units and the spirit of Water began with the invention of spirits. Having traveled the world from age to age, who can say where they will find their next home? Perhaps they will find one in you.

How to Sail Around the World: Advice and Ideas for Voyaging Under Sail


Hal Roth - 2003
    Since then, he's logged more than 200,000 sea miles. Along the way, Roth also has authored eight voyaging classics, including the 1978 bestseller After 50,000 Miles.Taking that book as its starting point, this handsome new volume incorporates the new technologies and discoveries of the last quarter century along with another 150,000 miles of experience.A compendium of mature, time-tested sea wisdom from one of the world's most respected sailing writers, How to Sail Around the World will tell the reader:How to choose and equip a sailboat for long-distance cruising, with an emphasis on simplicity and a modest budgetHow to plan and conduct a voyage anywhere in the worldHow to master the arts of navigation, anchoring, and daily life aboard in exotic placesHow to cope with storms at sea--the most complete and authoritative treatise on this critical topic ever published

Complete Care for Your Aging Cat


Amy Shojai - 2003
    But older cats have special needs and require extra emotional support, nutritional help, and medical care. A longer life also means more cats develop age-related conditions such as kidney issues, arthritis, cancer, stroke, senility and diabetes--all of which can be successfully managed with your loving assistance. Learn: How to entice your aging cat to exercise both body and mind What changes to expect--what's normal and what are warning signs Which over-the-counter medications you should keep on hand Tips for choosing the right products and food How to provide nursing care at home Filled with heartwarming stories of "golden oldies," and the latest in geriatric veterinary care, age-defying tips, and comprehensive reference materials, this is the definitive "Old Cat Bible" to turn back the clock on feline aging. Keep your senior cats purring for years to come!

Seven Times Down Eight Times Up: Landing on Your Feet in an Upside Down World


Alan Gettis - 2003
    The reader learns how to:• identify obstacles to feeling better• simplify, rather than complicate• let go of anxiety, insecurity, and unhappiness• obtain peace of mind• feel inspired and empowered

Instant Relief: Tell Me Where It Hurts and I'll Tell You What to Do


Peggy W. Brill - 2003
    Instant Relief provides 100 clearly illustrated, easy-to-do 10-second exercises that provide immediate therapy for every part of your body—from your head to your toes.• Does your upper body ache after hours of hunching over a report due by the end of the day? Try doing the Brill Chicken. For extra relief,there’s the Dead Brill Chicken.• Desperate to get rid of that tension headache? Try the Tongue Press, the Ear Tug, the Cheek Release, or the Scalp Glide.• Is your lower back killing you? Do the Pelvic Rock or the Pelvic Clock.• Feel those calves cramping up again? Do the Ankle Pump.• Need something to relieve your aching feet? Try the Foot Dome, the Toe Lift, or a simple self-massage.• Does your knee hurt when you walk downstairs? Do the Squeeze and Step.

Mom's Favorite Recipes: What Mom's Are Making Every Day, from All Across the USA!


Gooseberry Patch - 2003
    Her home-style desserts are always the best...Apple Pie with Crumb Topping, Caramel Pecan Pie and Southern Biscuit Shortcakes. And following Mom s advice of use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without, we ve shared easy ways to turn flea-market finds into unique gifts like turning an ordinary kitchen colander into a whimsical wind chime. And our canning chapter helps preserve your garden s bounty try Crispy Sweet Pickles, Mom s Pickled Beets or Zucchini Relish. Along with simple how-to s for decorating with flea-market finds, we ve filled every page with fun! So here s to Mom her patience is never-ending and her heart is made of gold! Hardcover, 224 pages. (9-1/4" x 6-1/2")"

Llewellyn's 2010 Witches' Spell-A-Day Almanac


Llewellyn Publications - 2003
    Each spell is catagorised by purpose - health, love, money, protection, and more. Astrological data is included for those who want to boost their magic with planetary energy.

All Meat Looks Like South America: The World of Bruce McCall


Bruce McCall - 2003
    It is a hilarious tongue-in-cheek artist's tour, as we're made privy to many classic illustrated essays, such as "Golf Carts of the Third Reich," "Hollywood Memories," and "Richard Nixon: Live Tonight "--not to mention never-before-seen illustrations that Bruce has kept stashed away in locked vaults and behind false bookcases. In all, it is a stunning celebration of a unique talent, a feast for the eye and the funny bone, as Bruce McCall proves without a shadow of a doubt that indeed all meat looks like South America.

A Handbook of Indigo Dyeing


Vivien Prideaux - 2003
    Using Shibori techniques - folding, pleating, clamping, stitching and pole wrapping, the author illustrates all the different stages, using clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow text. A stunning sequence of inspirational projects have been specially chosen to develop skills and build confidence, with instructions on how to make a tea cosy, a jacket, a silk scarf and more.

Secrets from the Ninja Grandmaster


Stephen K. Hayes - 2003
    When this book was first published in 1987, Western martial artists could learn for the first time what the grandmaster himself had to say about the essence of warrior training that emphasised real-world battlefield fighting methods (jissen-gata) -- from the use of weapons to ninja invisibility to kuji warrior spirituality -- as opposed to art or sport. This important volume is now available once again through Paladin Press, with new introductions by both authors, an all-new epilogue entitled Twelve Years Later and a techniques section that illustrates various classical ninja fighting defences. This is an incredibly valuable book for every martial artist who has ever wanted to go beyond the stereotypical images of the ninja sensationalised in action-adventure movies and gain access to the true secrets of the ninja grandmaster.

Meditation and Its Practices: A Definitive Guide to Techniques and Traditions of Meditation in Yoga and Vedanta


Adiswarananda - 2003
    Among the many traditions of meditation in Hinduism, Yoga and Vedanta have passed the test of time, proving as vital today as they were throughout the ages in helping seekers overcome the maladies of life and attain the greatest spiritual fulfillment. In one comprehensive volume, Meditation & Its Practices illuminates the principles of the Yoga and Vedanta meditation traditions, the meaning of meditation, its goal of Self-Knowledge, the methods by which concentration is developed and the ways of achieving self-control. Defining key concepts in clear terms, this complete guidebook covers every aspect of this ancient spiritual practice, including:Goals and Benefits of MeditationObjects of MeditationMethods of ConcentrationPosture, Physical Condition, Eating Habits and Spiritual ExercisesMystical Experiences and RealizationsObstacles in Meditation and Ways of Overcoming ThemDrawing on both classic and contemporary sources, this comprehensive sourcebook outlines the scientific, psychological, and spiritual elements of Yoga and Vedanta meditation, the results of which lead not to the seeker's dreams and visions but to the transformation of his or her character.

Blue Mountain Buckskin: A Working Manual for Dry-Scrape Brain-Tan


Jim Riggs - 2003
    This underground classic, the first real quality guide to brain tanning -- tens of thousands of copies sold -- is now being published and made widely available for the first time. 'Blue Mountain Buckskin' is a complete how-to guide to tanning buckskin at home, using the methods Native Americans and outdoorsmen have preferred for thousands of years. It also includes 40 pages on creating garments, pouches, moccasins and other traditional uses of the deer.

Creepy Crawly Animal Origami


Duy Nguyen - 2003
    The detailed instructions are all laid out in generously sized full-color illustrations. Practice the folds: the kite, valley, mountain, squash, inside and outside reverse, and four others, to use as a base. Big bright diagrams guide children through the 14 projects, like the lobster that has quite a realistic-looking shell; eight legged grasshopper; gecko with claws and long tail; winged dragonfly; plus a scary scorpion, komodo dragon, mosquito, praying mantis, and wasp.

Month-By-Month Gardening in the Desert Southwest


Mary Irish - 2003
    Gardening is a journey, not a destination. The day-by-day gardening experiences - planting a few onion sets in the first warm afternoon of spring... the surprises - a purple crocus before the snow has even gone ... the satisfaction - fresh green beans on the dinner table, or tomatoes, bright and red, safely in quart jars ... these are the things that keep the gardener coming back year after year."Month-by-Month Gardening in The Desert Southwest "is packed with information that explains what needs to be done and when it needs to be done in the southwestern garden. Topics include: The most effective planting techniques. How and when to prune. The best season for fertilizing your lawn. The differences between bare-root, container, and balled-and-burlapped plants. Eleven plant categories, including Annuals, Bulbs, Herbs, Vegetables, Houseplants, Lawns, Perennials, Roses, Shrubs, and Trees. Twelve monthly calendars for each plant category - 132 calendars in all! - that make is easy to find the proper gardening advice.Whatever your gardening interests or the time of year, you can take the guesswork and mystery out of gardening. You will become a more satisfied gardener ... and your garden will show it!

Machine Quilting: A Primer of Techniques


Sue Nickels - 2003
    This must-have book will provide everything you need to know to start your journey. This reliable resource covers all aspects of beginning machine quilting. The author walks the reader through how to begin the process, no matter what kind of sewing machine you may own. In this book, you will find full definitions of all the supplies, complete explanations of techniques, help with quilting decisions, information on marking quilt tops and basting, tips on handling the bulk of quilts, and finishing options. Four practice projects will get you started.

Choosing Colors: An Expert Choice of the Best Colors to Use in Your Home


Kevin McCloud - 2003
    Each palette--which includes anywhere from 6 to 16 color swatches--forms a blueprint for a unique decorative scheme. A palette based on old Chinese silk, for example, is seen reinterpreted in a contemporary New York apartment. Plus, each palette features gorgeous photographs that bring the color scheme to life, along with invaluable advice and tips for using the colors to transform a room. Readers will also find manufacturers' paint references and numbers, lists of suppliers, and much more. The ultimate color sourcebook!

Folk Art Friends: Hooked Rugs and Coordinating Quilts (That Patchwork Place)


Polly Minick - 2003
    Book by Minick, Polly, Simpson, Laurie

Game Theory: A Non-Technical Introduction to the Analysis of Strategy


Roger A. McCain - 2003
    Focuses on providing a true interdisciplinary perspective that draws upon applications from many different areas of study such as management, strategic planning, competitive intelligence, military operations, economics, political science and finance.

Perfect Targets: Asperger Syndrome and Bullying--Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social World


Rebekah Heinrichs - 2003
    Indeed, some of their behaviors and characteristics that others see as "different" make many of these children easy targets for frequent and severe bullying. This book takes a frank look at the different types of bullying and what adults must do to curb bullying, helping prevent the often lifelong effects of this behavior on its victims. Practical strategies and solutions at the school, class and individual level are presented.

Mid-Atlantic Gardener's Guide


André Viette - 2003
    Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value. This book contains easy-to-use advice on the top landscape plant choices.   It also recommends specific varieties, and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for the best plants. The Mid Atlantic Gardeners Guide is devoted to offering the top landscape plants for four key areas of the Mid Atlantic region: Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and WashingtonD.C.

Explorations in Language Acquisition and Use


Stephen D. Krashen - 2003
    He has published well over 300 books and articles and has been invited to deliver more than 300 lectures at universities throughout the United States and abroad. His widely known theory of second-language acquisition has had a huge impact on all areas of second-language research and teaching since the 1970s. This book amounts to a summary and assessment by Krashen of much of his work thus far, as well as a compilation of his thoughts about the future.Here, readers can follow Krashen as hereviews the fundamentals of second-language acquisition theorypresents some of the original research supporting the theory and more recent studiesoffers counterarguments to criticismsexplores new areas that have promise for progress in both theory and application.An invaluable resource on the results of Krashen's many years of research and application, this book covers a wide range of topics: from the role of the input/comprehension hypothesis (and its current rival-the comprehensible output hypothesis), the still-very-good idea of free voluntary reading, and current issues and controversies about teaching grammar, to considerations of how it is we grow intellectually, or how we get smart.

I'm in the Mood for Food: In the Kitchen with Garfield


Jim Davis - 2003
    The famous feline--whose passion for food and sleep is matched only by his aversion to diet and exercise (he prefers lie-downs to sit-ups)--has become the poster cat for all kinds of people, none of whom would ever describe themselves as "Type A's."To celebrate being the world's favorite feline, Garfield introduces I'm in the Mood for Food: In the Kitchen with Garfield.Chock-full of tasty recipes, the cookbook also features spot art and food-related Garfield comics in color. I'm in the Mood for Food includes chapters on Family Food, Party Food, Pasta, Outdoor Cooking, Kids' Recipes, Snacks, and Desserts. Consider some of these mouth-watering morsels: Lazy Cat's Lasagna, Color Me Hungry Red Pepper Potato Frittata, Royal Roasted Lemon-Herb Chicken and I'd Rather Be Happy Than Thin Chocolate-Chunk Cookies. All in all, I'm in the Mood for Food will appeal to cooks everywhere, especially those who love Garfield and, like him, believe that the best things in life are edible.

Gardening with Ed Hume: Northwest Gardening Made Easy


Ed Hume - 2003
    In this, gardening expert Ed Humes first book, he gathers his experience and wisdom into a single encyclopedic manual. His gardening motto? Keep it simple. Hume shows readers that anyone can have a gorgeous garden that blooms in spring and summer and looks great in fall and winter a garden that doesnt need constant tending. The book contains special chapters on lawns, perennials, bulbs, fertilizers, and ground covers; includes 100 color photos, lists such as the best plants to grow under evergreen trees and a list of fragrant flowers; and offers tips on protecting plants during cold weather. A thorough, user-friendly guide to gardening in the Pacific Northwest that covers all the basics in a friendly, non-technical way and a good read regardless of zip code.

Hiking Wyoming's Medicine Bow National Forest: A Trail Guide to Pole Mountain, Snowy Range, Medicine Bow Mountains, Sierra Madre, and Laramie Mountains


Marc Smith - 2003
    Covering 47 diverse hiking areas, this thorough guidebook reveals trails on Pole Mountain, the Snowy Range, the Medicine Bow Mountains, the Sierra Madre, and the Laramie Mountains. It is the perfect trail companion for hikers, bikers, hunters, anglers, or those just out for a stroll in the woods.

Ballet for Dummies


Scott Speck - 2003
    Ballet is among the most beautiful forms of expression ever devised: an exquisite mix of sight and sound, stunning, aesthetics, and awesome technique. Ballet For Dummies is for anyone who wants to enjoy all that the dance forms offers - as an onlooker who wants to get a leg up on the forms you're likely to see or as an exercise enthusiast who understands that the practice of ballet can help you gainMore strength Greater flexibility Better body alignment Confidence in movement Comfort through stress reduction Infinite grace - for life From covering the basics of classical ballet to sharing safe and sensible ways to try your hand (and toes) at moving through the actual dance steps, this expert reference shows you how toBuild your appreciation for ballet from the ground up. Choose the best practice space and equipment. Warm up to your leap into the movements. Locate musical options for each exercise. Look for certain lifts in a stage performance. Tell a story with gestures. Picture a day in the life of a professional ballet dancer. Identify best-loved classic and contemporary ballets. Speak the language of ballet. Today you can find a ballet company in almost every major city on earth. Many companies have their own ballet schools - some for training future professionals, and others for interested amateurs. As you fine-tune your classical ballet technique - or even if you just like to read about it - you'll become better equipped to fully appreciate the great choreography and many styles of the dance. Ballet For Dummies raises the curtain on a world of beauty, grace, poise, and possibility!

How to Build Treehouses, Huts & Forts


David Stiles - 2003
    Not assuming anything about the treehouse builder, Stiles starts with the basics: how to nail, how to buy wood, what kind of screws and nails to use. Then it's on to an A-frame design so simple that it can be built in a weekend out of four sheets of plywood, followed by lean-tos, a tree hut, and a Tarzan-style jungle hideaway. There are also forts of every description, including a 21-foot-tall lookout tower modeled on one George Washington built to keep an eye on the redcoats. Stiles also adds a design for a snowball catapult, an igloo and even a Nerf-loaded cannon. Written for children, with an adult peeking over their shoulder, Stiles's TREEHOUSES, HUTS, & FORTS is a dreamer's handbook, offering practical results.

AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership


Alex Kosseff - 2003
    Whether out on a day trip or a backcountry expedition, the successful outdoor leader takes on many roles at once-skilled communicator, expert decision maker, thorough planner-and must be as prepared as possible for any and every situation.In this essential new handbook, author Alex Kosseff fuses his own extensive leadership experience with that of acclaimed experts as he details the critical skills and concepts every outdoor leader needs to know. Building on the basic foundations of leadership, Kosseff explores such critical topics as effective decision-making, group dynamics, risk management, awareness and attitude, environmental impact, and more. Packed with expert advice, practical know-how, and real-life experiences, AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership is a must-read for anyone committed to becoming a safe and effective leader, whether an aspiring guide, an educator, a club leader, or an adventurous parent.

Origami Animals


Michael G. LaFosse - 2003
    Perfect for the beginner, or for the advanced student looking to expand their repertoire, the "Origami Animals" includes everything needed to get started in folding. The kit contains: A 64-page book with complete instructions and clear, step-by-step diagrams for 45 different projects98 6.75 x 6.75-inch sheets of folding paper in eight different colors, and gold foil

The Editorial Eye


Jane T. Harrigan - 2003
    Much praised for its accessibility, this text covers essential editing skills in an engaging, student-friendly style. This thoroughly revised edition includes new coverage of electronic media and online news along with updated chapters on layout and design.

Quickies for Couples: Fast, Fresh Recipes for Two


Katy Scott - 2003
    Few cookbooks speak as directly to busy working couples today as Quickies for Couples: Fast, Fresh Recipes for Two. Filled with comprehensive culinary ideas, from kitchen safety, shopping, and food storage tips to flavorful appetizers, entrees, side dishes, and desserts, it presents a wide range of culinary information for busy people. Here couples can find creative ways to choose ingredients they already have on hand, thus making the chore of preparing meals an easy and rewarding experience.The recipes in Quickies for Couples are characterized by the following qualities: * Flavorful: Lots of delicious favorites and family recipes presented, including favorites like oatmeal cookies, baked french fries, and seven-layer dips.* Fast: Most of the recipes can be prepared in 30 minutes or less.* Friendly: Recipes are presented in plain English with easy-to-follow instructions. The equipment needed is also listed for each recipe.* Fresh: Where possible, fresh ingredients and spices are used. The recipes call for very few processed or canned items, and the authors encourage the use of fresh ingredients such as basil, cheese, nuts, fresh vegetables, and fruits.Quickies for Couples provides a little zest to any meal, making cooking healthy, quick, fun, and rewarding.

Why Do Rabbits Hop?


Joan Holub - 2003
    Why Do Rabbits Hop?And Other Questions about Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, and GerbilsDid you know that rabbits can jump 10 feet in one hop, guinea pigs bump noses to say hello, and baby gerbils are called pups?

Rocky Mountain Gardener's Guide


John Cretti - 2003
    Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value. This book contains easy-to-use advice on the top landscape plant choices.   It also recommends specific varieties, and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for the best plants.

Brenda's Wardrobe Companion: A Guide to Getting Dressed from the Inside Out


Brenda Kinsel - 2003
    Readers assess the qualities they wish to project through clothes and learn how to focus on what works, all in preparation for the ultimate goal: buying the right clothes and dressing on their own. With color illustrations throughout, this series of “private consultations” works as a companion book to the author’s popular fashion bibles.

Storybook Art: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of 100 Great Picture Book Illustrators


MaryAnn F. Kohl - 2003
    Featured are famous and award-winning storybook illustrators from the 1930s to present—Good Night Moon’s Clement Hurd, Corduroy’s Don Freeman, Olivia’s Ian Falconer, and more—along with biographical information, open-ended art projects, and portraits created by grade school children. Illustration techniques covered include painting, drawing, cutting and collage, and construction and crafts. Art projects include imitating Jackson Pollock in the “Jackson Piglet Wall Painting” from Olivia and creating a “Photo Story” from children’s photos similar to Sugaring Time. An extensive resource guide of illustrator websites, art materials, and supplies listed by project is provided, as well as complete book information for the featured illustrators’ works.

Vinegar: Over 400 Various, Versatile, and Very Good Uses You've Probably Never Thought Of


Vicki Lansky - 2003
    Whimsical line drawings by illustrator, Martha Campbell add a humorous touch to this wonderful addition of a home reference bookshelf filled with books by Vicki Lansky.A bit if history about, wonderful recipes for, and a lot of amazing uses for—VINEGAR are in this 7" x 6" trade paperback. One hundred and twenty pages fill this fun and practical compendium. In ten different chapters, ranging from cooking to cleaning to hygiene and home remedies, you'll find that vinegar also works as a diet aid, stain remover, condiment, odor eater, grooming aid, preservative and cleaner.

Latin American Spanish Phrasebook


Roberto Esposto - 2003
    Speak the right lingo in country after country, for over 5,000 miles! This book covers the local Spanish of: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, Venezuela.

A Paddler's Guide to Ontario


Kevin Callan - 2003
    Each route -- ranging from a two-day paddle in Frontenac Provincial Park to a week-long expedition down Pukaskwa's White River -- includes detailed descriptions, maps of all access points, accurate portage lengths, and advice on everything from running rapids to shuttle arrangements.Some of the routes included are:Frontenac Mazinaw-Mississippi Madawaska Barron River Canyon Algonquin Magnetawan French River Killarney Spanish River Temagami White River Upper Missinaibi Quetico

Figure Drawing: The Structural Anatomy and Expressive Design of the Human Form


Nathan Goldstein - 2003
    Providing a concise but comprehensive survey of all matters pertaining to drawing the human figure, this well-illustrated and accurate guide demonstrates the interplay of structure, anatomy, design, and expression in sound figure drawing; and shows how the integration of these four factors is essential in drawing the figure in a compelling and lucid manner.

Openoffice.Org for Dummies [With CDROM]


Gurdy Leete - 2003
    Uses the straightforward For Dummies style to show Linux and Windows users how to use the OpenOffice.org desktop productivity suiteOpenOffice.org has a user interface and feature set similar to that of other office suites and works transparently with a variety of file formats, including those of Microsoft OfficeExplains how to download, install, and set up both the Linux and Windows versions of OpenOffice.orgOrganized by the four key desktop applications provided in the OpenOffice.org suite: Writer (word processing), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations), and Draw (graphics)Other topics covered include creating and formatting documents with Writer, using templates and styles, creating spreadsheets with Calc, manipulating spreadsheet data, creating a presentation with Impress, and creating and editing images with Draw

Long Life--Positive HIV Stories


Jonathan Morgan - 2003
    13 remarkable women from Khayelitsha, infected with HIV, tell, through words, body maps, photos and artwork, how their lives have been transformed by antiretroviral treatment.

Meditation Without Gurus: A Guide to the Heart of Practice


Clark Strand - 2003
    In short, compelling reflections, Clark Strand answers with a resounding "yes " to the one key question that haunts those of us who are locked in well-meaning "self-help hell": Is there a way that I can learn to slow down and experience myself, my life, and other people in the present moment without adopting a new religious or philosophical ideology? Stripping meditation down to its essential heart--simplicity, lightness, and peace--Meditation without Gurus shows readers that it's not whether you can get into the full lotus position that counts, but rather your ability to become fully present in the moment. In place of gurus, mantras, and retreats to distant monasteries, Strand shows readers how to welcome meditation into their lives without stress, worries, and unreasonable expectations. With inviting, easy-to-understand exercises; enlightening, poetic anecdotes; and plenty of common sense, this one-of-a-kind, inspiring, real-world guide provides the tools to make meditation a joy--not a fearsome, rigid chore. Previously published under the title The Wooden Bowl by Hyperion (ISBN 0-7868-8415-0).

Dog Owner's Manual


Bruce Fogle - 2003
    400 full-color photos.

The Confidential Internet Intelligence Manuscript


Mark Joyner - 2003
    No other marketer has ever revealed information this sensitive. For years, I've kept this information quiet - now, you've probably heard the buzz that I've finally released my "CONFIDENTIAL Internet Intelligence Manuscript" to the public. Jay Conrad Levinson said he'd easily pay $2,000 or more for this document. He said, "Every page is a true revelation." Joe Vitale said, "Everyone selling ANYTHING on the Net should keep a copy of this on their desk." This simple document is probably the most powerful thing I've ever written. These simple techniques will increase your sales by 32% (at least). How can you do this? Well, it's quite easy to use and purely scientific. These aren't just theories and guesses - these are SPECIFIC things you can do right now that will increase your sales. And each of these techniques have been SCIENTIFICALLY proven. This book reveals the results of years of research conducted at Aesop showing EXACTLY the simple techniques I use that dramatically increase Internet sales. One of these techniques increased our sales by a clearly measurable 412%. If I could reach out and grab you through this cover I'd shake you to make you realize how important what I'm about to show you is. What if this manuscript is exactly what you need to turn your sales around? There's a reason people are going crazy for this document. DON'T YOU WANT TO KNOW WHY?

Rhs Garden Plants And Flowers


Ian Spence - 2003
    Including more than 2,500 common garden plants and arranged alphabetically within each plant type, such as trees and shrubs, this is one of the most practical guides on the market. The American Horticultural Society's mission is to open the eyes of all Americans to the vital connection between people and plants, to inspire all Americans to become responsible caretakers of the Earth, to celebrate America's diversity through the arts and sciences of horticulture, and to lead this effort by sharing the Society's unique national resources with all Americans.

Complete Plumbing


Ken Sidey - 2003
    Provides step-by-step instructions for repairing and upgrading home plumbing, including such projects as fixing leaky faucets, clearing clogged drains, and planning and installing a new bathroom.

La Bella Vita: Inspiration And Recipes From The Creator Of Bella Cucina Art Ful Food


Alisa Berry - 2003
    Inspiration & recipes from the creator of Bella Cucina Artful Food

Personal Notes: How to Write from the Heart for Any Occasion


Sandra Lamb - 2003
    In this upbeat, wise, and witty guide, journalist and lifestyle expert Sandra Lamb offers a wealth of advice, inspiration, and examples for anyone who wants to add flair, voice, and plain old fun to their letters and notes—as well as anyone who wants to know the etiquette of when and what to write. Using colorful examples and practical advice, the book covers thank yous, congratulations, engagements and weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, births and adoptions, appreciation, love notes, illness and accidents, divorce, condolence, regrets, apologies, and forgiveness.This delightful, indispensable guide helps us rediscover the joy of connecting with others through the simple act of putting pen to paper.

Sidewalk Games


Glen Vecchione - 2003
    For every game, you'll find out how many people can join the fun, plus instructions, tactics, and tips. Charming childlike drawings in crayon, plus diagrams, capture a sense of joy and illustrate the rules of play, too. A kid alone can try Seven Up, for example, as long as there's a ball and a wall. Do Shoebox Bowling; enjoy some Sardines (a kind of reverse hide-and-seek where "It" hides and the group searches); and have fun with that old favorite, Kick the Can. Check out how limber everyone is with Limbo, a Jamaican dance-game. Spin around and leap over a twirling rope in Whirligig. The good times will keep on going!

Kaffe Fassett's Pattern Library: Over 190 Creative Knitwear Designs


Kaffe Fassett - 2003
    Known for his brilliant color combinations and innovative designs, Fassett has selected some of his most exquisite pieces for inclusion here. Detailed charts guide readers who want to duplicate the patterns, and a chapter on designing you own patterns is included.- Best-selling author and designer Kaffe Fassett has been producing knitwear designs for more than 30 years.- 350 color photos, including close-up color swatches, illustrate the patterns.- A visual feast for Fassett's followers--and anyone who loves beautiful knitting.