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Little and Often

A Memoir

by Trent Preszler ...

A USA TODAY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (★★★★)“Little and Often is a beautiful memoir of grief, love, the shattered bond between a father and son, and the resurrection of a broken heart. Trent Preszler tells his story with the same level of art and craftsmanship that he brings to his boat making, and he reminds us of creativity’s power to transform and heal our lives. This is a powerful and deeply ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

A USA TODAY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (★★★★)“Little and Often is a beautiful memoir of grief, love, the shattered bond between a father and son, and the resurrection of a broken heart. Trent Preszler tells his story with the same level of art and craftsmanship that he brings to his boat making, and he reminds us of creativity’s power to transform and heal our lives. This is a powerful and deeply
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Airfix Kits

by Trevor Pask ...

Series Book 598 - Shire Library
With the aid of stringy glue and scalpel-sliced fingers, young and old have turned display cabinets and bedrooms into mini-museums, or tiny battlefields.This book looks at the fascinating tale of this British company, a pioneer in the world of modelling, as well as its products, its changing fortunes over the years, and its links with popular culture.Using colour images, Trevor Pask explores this ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

With the aid of stringy glue and scalpel-sliced fingers, young and old have turned display cabinets and bedrooms into mini-museums, or tiny battlefields.This book looks at the fascinating tale of this British company, a pioneer in the world of modelling, as well as its products, its changing fortunes over the years, and its links with popular culture.Using colour images, Trevor Pask explores this
... Read more
Scale Car Modelling

by Mat Irvine ...

Cars have always appealed as model subjects as - unlike aeroplanes or military subjects - the real thing is likely to be sitting outside the modeller's house. From the first car kits produced in the early 1950s, mainly dominated by American machinery, we now have a choice of automotive examples from around the world. The joint scale of 1:24/1:25 dominates car models, and it is these scales that ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

Cars have always appealed as model subjects as - unlike aeroplanes or military subjects - the real thing is likely to be sitting outside the modeller's house. From the first car kits produced in the early 1950s, mainly dominated by American machinery, we now have a choice of automotive examples from around the world. The joint scale of 1:24/1:25 dominates car models, and it is these scales that
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Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models

by Brett Green ...

An in-depth guide to getting the best results on your models, with ten step-by-step, illustrated studies ranging from weathered military aircraft to pristine, high gloss motor vehicles, science fiction models, fantasy figures, groundwork and buildings.Brett Green details the prerequisites of airbrushing, including the different types of spray equipment and air sources available, offering advice on ... Read more

$30.99 CAD

An in-depth guide to getting the best results on your models, with ten step-by-step, illustrated studies ranging from weathered military aircraft to pristine, high gloss motor vehicles, science fiction models, fantasy figures, groundwork and buildings.Brett Green details the prerequisites of airbrushing, including the different types of spray equipment and air sources available, offering advice on
... Read more
The Art of Whittling

Classic Woodworking Projects for Beginners and Hobbyists

by Walter L. Faurot ...

The Art of Whittling has provided readers with a wonderful introduction to the enjoyable hobby of whittling for decades. First published in 1930, Walter L. Faurot’s guide was one of the first manuals on the subject. This book contains a wealth of traditional whittling project that are not found in many other books today.Rediscover such classics as: Interlocking wooden puzzles Rings and dumbbells ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

The Art of Whittling has provided readers with a wonderful introduction to the enjoyable hobby of whittling for decades. First published in 1930, Walter L. Faurot’s guide was one of the first manuals on the subject. This book contains a wealth of traditional whittling project that are not found in many other books today.Rediscover such classics as: Interlocking wooden puzzles Rings and dumbbells
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Wood Carving for Beginners

by Charles H. Hayward ...

Explore the craft of wood carving with the definitive introductory guide, Wood Carving for Beginners by master craftsman and acclaimed technical writer Charles H. Hayward. First published in the mid-20th century, this book quickly established itself as the gold standard for self-instruction due to its clear, methodical approach and Hayward's authoritative yet accessible writing style.Hayward, ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore the craft of wood carving with the definitive introductory guide, Wood Carving for Beginners by master craftsman and acclaimed technical writer Charles H. Hayward. First published in the mid-20th century, this book quickly established itself as the gold standard for self-instruction due to its clear, methodical approach and Hayward's authoritative yet accessible writing style.Hayward,
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The Violin Maker

A Search for the Secrets of Craftsmanship, Sound, and Stradivari

by John Marchese ...

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of
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Bush Arts

by Mors Kochanski ...

Bush Arts by Mors KochanskiProduce a variety of practical and attractive items using only natural and easily found materials such as cattail, sedge, spruce and willow, a few simple tools and traditional folk and Native craft techniques.This useful and easy-to-follow guide, created by one of Canada's foremost outdoor instructors, provides step-by-step direction for the creation of:Bird Decoys, ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

Bush Arts by Mors KochanskiProduce a variety of practical and attractive items using only natural and easily found materials such as cattail, sedge, spruce and willow, a few simple tools and traditional folk and Native craft techniques.This useful and easy-to-follow guide, created by one of Canada's foremost outdoor instructors, provides step-by-step direction for the creation of:Bird Decoys,
... Read more
The Way of the Woodshop

Creating, Designing & Decorating with Wood

by Aleksandra Zee ...

Shop Class as Soulcraft meets Norwegian Wood in this gorgeously illustrated DIY guide for aspiring woodworkers of all levels.“There’s just something about wood. It’s an imperfect material with cracks, knots, and irregularities. As an imperfect being, I find that by working with wood and all its inconsistencies, I can also tackle my own.” –Aleksandra ZeeRoll up your sleeves and get ready to master ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

Shop Class as Soulcraft meets Norwegian Wood in this gorgeously illustrated DIY guide for aspiring woodworkers of all levels.“There’s just something about wood. It’s an imperfect material with cracks, knots, and irregularities. As an imperfect being, I find that by working with wood and all its inconsistencies, I can also tackle my own.” –Aleksandra ZeeRoll up your sleeves and get ready to master
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The Repair Shop

LIFE IN THE BARN: The Inside Stories from the Experts

by Jayne Dowle ...

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience, with its regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone, cementing ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience, with its regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone, cementing
... Read more
CNC Woodworking For Beginners

by Alene Edelson ...

This book covers several topics including: A Short Abc On Cnc Woodworking Cnc Woodworking And Machining Cnc And The Small Guys Cnc Woodworking - Benefits And Advantages Cnc Woodworking And Shopbots Cnc Woodworking Cnc Wood Lathe Cnc Woodworking And The Cnc Routers Cnc Woodworking And The Modern Cnc Lathe Cnc Woodworking - Today And The Future Cnc Woodworking Machines Advantages Cnc Woodworking ... Read more

$9.58 CAD

This book covers several topics including: A Short Abc On Cnc Woodworking Cnc Woodworking And Machining Cnc And The Small Guys Cnc Woodworking - Benefits And Advantages Cnc Woodworking And Shopbots Cnc Woodworking Cnc Wood Lathe Cnc Woodworking And The Cnc Routers Cnc Woodworking And The Modern Cnc Lathe Cnc Woodworking - Today And The Future Cnc Woodworking Machines Advantages Cnc Woodworking
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Techniques de crochet: Comment crocheter et réaliser de nouveaux modèles grâce à des instructions faciles à suivre avec des images et des illustrations

by Marie Gauthier ...

Avez-vous déjà sérieusement envisagé de vous mettre à l'art intemporel du crochet, mais vous ne savez pas par où commencer ou vous n'avez personne pour vous enseigner correctement ? Êtes-vous intimidée par les points, les motifs et autres micro-compétences que vous devez maîtriser ?Si vous avez répondu oui à l'une des questions ci-dessus, ce livre est fait pour vous. Apprenez à faire du crochet le ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Avez-vous déjà sérieusement envisagé de vous mettre à l'art intemporel du crochet, mais vous ne savez pas par où commencer ou vous n'avez personne pour vous enseigner correctement ? Êtes-vous intimidée par les points, les motifs et autres micro-compétences que vous devez maîtriser ?Si vous avez répondu oui à l'une des questions ci-dessus, ce livre est fait pour vous. Apprenez à faire du crochet le
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The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling

by Jonathan Mock ...

The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling is the essential guide to getting the most out of this fascinating and rewarding hobby, explaining how to build scale models to suit all levels of modelling skill.With full colour photography throughout, the book covers the history of modelling and of the Airfix company, and shows how injection moulded kits are made. It then describes and reviews the major ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling is the essential guide to getting the most out of this fascinating and rewarding hobby, explaining how to build scale models to suit all levels of modelling skill.With full colour photography throughout, the book covers the history of modelling and of the Airfix company, and shows how injection moulded kits are made. It then describes and reviews the major
... Read more
Whittling: A Step-by-Step Guide to Wood Carving and Fun Whittling Projects for Beginners

by Tony Gordon ...

Unleash Your Inner Creative Craftsman and Discover How to Craft Awesome Pieces of Wood Art with the Ultimate Guide to WhittlingAre you looking for a fun new hobby to pass away your free time? Are you looking for a beginner-friendly way to get into woodworking, but have no idea where to begin? Do you want to discover proven whittling techniques to take your carving skills to the next level?If your ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unleash Your Inner Creative Craftsman and Discover How to Craft Awesome Pieces of Wood Art with the Ultimate Guide to WhittlingAre you looking for a fun new hobby to pass away your free time? Are you looking for a beginner-friendly way to get into woodworking, but have no idea where to begin? Do you want to discover proven whittling techniques to take your carving skills to the next level?If your
... Read more
Macramé pour les debutants: Un guide pas à pas pour apprendre l'art du macramé. Rendez votre travail manuel unique grâce aux modèles de nœuds illustrés et donnez une touche de style à votre maison

by Marie Gauthier ...

Vous voulez apprendre l'art du macramé mais vous n'avez jamais rien fait de vos propres mains? Découvrez comme c'est simple! Vous aimeriez créer un projet pour votre maison, peut-être un porte-plante facile, des motifs boho-chic stylés. Pourquoi pas?Détendez-vous, calmez votre esprit, et déployez votre créativité !Combien de fois avez-vous pensé à acheter quelque chose d'unique pour votre maison? ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Vous voulez apprendre l'art du macramé mais vous n'avez jamais rien fait de vos propres mains? Découvrez comme c'est simple! Vous aimeriez créer un projet pour votre maison, peut-être un porte-plante facile, des motifs boho-chic stylés. Pourquoi pas?Détendez-vous, calmez votre esprit, et déployez votre créativité !Combien de fois avez-vous pensé à acheter quelque chose d'unique pour votre maison?
... Read more
Modelling Scale Aircraft

by Brett Green ...

Series series Osprey Modelling
Brett Green, one of the hobby's leading names, provides a comprehensive introduction to all of the basic techniques and materials needed to build scale aircraft.From opening the kit box to displaying the finished model, this is an all-in-one, easy-to-follow expert guide. The many detailed photographs with step-by-step captions and the accessible and informative text cover every aspect of aircraft ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

Brett Green, one of the hobby's leading names, provides a comprehensive introduction to all of the basic techniques and materials needed to build scale aircraft.From opening the kit box to displaying the finished model, this is an all-in-one, easy-to-follow expert guide. The many detailed photographs with step-by-step captions and the accessible and informative text cover every aspect of aircraft
... Read more
Chip Carving

Techniques for Carving Beautiful Patterns by Hand

by Daniel Clay ...

The Art Of Chip Carving is an easy to follow, step-by-step guide to one of the world’s most ancient and widely practiced forms of woodcarving.Anyone, from the completely inexperienced beginner to the veteran craftsperson, can learn to use simple, inexpensive tools and techniques to carve striking decorative designs in wood. Chip carving is an especially good introduction to working wood for the ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

The Art Of Chip Carving is an easy to follow, step-by-step guide to one of the world’s most ancient and widely practiced forms of woodcarving.Anyone, from the completely inexperienced beginner to the veteran craftsperson, can learn to use simple, inexpensive tools and techniques to carve striking decorative designs in wood. Chip carving is an especially good introduction to working wood for the
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The Smart Beginners Guide To Vegan Soapmaking

by Susan Henny ...

I Think The Babylonians Were Onto Something....This craft was first mastered by the Babylonians way back in 2800 B.C. Experts discovered this during an excavation process many years ago. Although the ancient Babylonians may not have had the same tools at their disposal as us, their methods of soap making were not actually that different to the ones that we use today.What's In A Bar Of Soap?Soap ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

I Think The Babylonians Were Onto Something....This craft was first mastered by the Babylonians way back in 2800 B.C. Experts discovered this during an excavation process many years ago. Although the ancient Babylonians may not have had the same tools at their disposal as us, their methods of soap making were not actually that different to the ones that we use today.What's In A Bar Of Soap?Soap
... Read more
JAPANESE JOINERY FOR BEGINNERS

A step-by-step guide to Japanese Joinery with simple, precise wood joints

by Shimon Yugo ...

JAPANESE JOINERY FOR BEGINNERS A step by step guide to Japanese Joinery with simple, precise wood jointsAnyone who likes fine crafts and precision will be amazed by the sophistication of old Japanese woodworking. Decor, cabinets, and buildings made with these simple, precise wood joints are complex inside but simple and smooth on the outside. Japanese woodworking is indeed a skill that people who ... Read more

$5.48 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

JAPANESE JOINERY FOR BEGINNERS A step by step guide to Japanese Joinery with simple, precise wood jointsAnyone who likes fine crafts and precision will be amazed by the sophistication of old Japanese woodworking. Decor, cabinets, and buildings made with these simple, precise wood joints are complex inside but simple and smooth on the outside. Japanese woodworking is indeed a skill that people who
... Read more
Spoon

A Guide to Spoon Carving and the New Wood Culture

by Barn the Spoon ...

In this fully illustrated and beautiful guide to our most functional utensil—the spoon—a master craftsman shares his life’s work: designing and carving exquisite, functional wooden spoons from branches and logs using time-honored woodworking skills and techniques.The simple, ordinary spoon is part of our everyday lives, from stirring our first cup of coffee to the long slurp of soup poured with a ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

In this fully illustrated and beautiful guide to our most functional utensil—the spoon—a master craftsman shares his life’s work: designing and carving exquisite, functional wooden spoons from branches and logs using time-honored woodworking skills and techniques.The simple, ordinary spoon is part of our everyday lives, from stirring our first cup of coffee to the long slurp of soup poured with a
... Read more
Practical Wood Carving - How to Use the Tools and Make the Designs

by Edward Hobbs ...

Originally published in early 1900s. The illustrated contents include: Materials – Tools and Equipment – Care and Use of Tools – First Steps in Wood Carving – Chip Carving – Incised Work – Relief Carving – Pierced and Laminated Work – Wood Sculpture and Knife Work – Preparation of Designs etc. Many of the earliest hobby and craft books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Originally published in early 1900s. The illustrated contents include: Materials – Tools and Equipment – Care and Use of Tools – First Steps in Wood Carving – Chip Carving – Incised Work – Relief Carving – Pierced and Laminated Work – Wood Sculpture and Knife Work – Preparation of Designs etc. Many of the earliest hobby and craft books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are
... Read more
Russo-Japanese Naval War 1905 Vol. I

by Piotr Olender ...

Series series Maritime
Book describes technical aspects of the Russo-Japanese Naval War. Contains descriptions of all involved ships, Russian and Japanese ones. Maps, photos. ... Read more

$12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Book describes technical aspects of the Russo-Japanese Naval War. Contains descriptions of all involved ships, Russian and Japanese ones. Maps, photos.
... Read more
The Agony and the Ecstasy

My Life as a Stonemason

by John Hopkins ...

This is the true story of my life, born into a family who lived in poverty on the edge of Bristol. In the early 1930s the economy of England started to improve. This improved my life in that I had my own pair of shoes to wear and some new clothes instead of hand me downs but never enough food. I relate some of my experiences as a child and teenager, then my Stonemasonry story. My career in the ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

This is the true story of my life, born into a family who lived in poverty on the edge of Bristol. In the early 1930s the economy of England started to improve. This improved my life in that I had my own pair of shoes to wear and some new clothes instead of hand me downs but never enough food. I relate some of my experiences as a child and teenager, then my Stonemasonry story. My career in the
... Read more
Russo-Japanese Naval War 1905 Vol. II

by Piotr Olender ...

Series series Maritime
Book describes technical aspects of the Russo-Japanese Naval War. Contains descriptions of all involved ships, Russian and Japanese ones. Maps, photos. ... Read more

$12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Book describes technical aspects of the Russo-Japanese Naval War. Contains descriptions of all involved ships, Russian and Japanese ones. Maps, photos.
... Read more

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