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This book: - Considers positive design decisions for new gardens as well as adaptations to make existing gardens more sustainable - Advises on sourcing, siting and selecting resilient plants - Supplies templates for Garden Health Plans, Sustainable Soil Management Plans and Sustainability Assessments - Shares best practice from world leading ecological garden designers - Encourages the creation of habitat to support the UK Biodiversity Action ...

Coverage includes: How to use good design and careful construction to create the conditions necessary for plants and animals to thrive in and around your pond. Detailed step-by-step guides for different pond sizes and functions. Especially useful for those planning natural swimming ponds and other large ponds. How to choose the right plants to avoid problems with nuisance species, incorporating a buyer's guide to aquatic plant purchases. Over ...

This is the first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectable field of military watches and clocks. Detailed descriptions are given of more than 150 distinct models issued over the past century to the armed forces of Britain, the United States, Germany, France, Russia, Italy, Holland, Canada, Czechoslovakia and Japan.

A delightful book that celebrates the joy, meaning and fulfilment that working with fleece and fibre can bring. Will be of great interest to spinners, weavers, dyers, textile designers, knitters, farmers, shepherds and fashion students. Covers the long draw, worsted and core-spinning techniques and outlines how to choose and prepare fleece, flax and silk for hand spinning. Clear step-by-step instructions cover spinning methods, fibre preparati...

Techniques explain how to paint every stage of the developing flowers, including beautiful buds, leaves and stems, vibrant blooms, and the final fruits and seed heads. Practical tips on every theme from drawing to troubleshooting. Dedicated chapters on colour, how to work with watercolour, and how to paint what you see. Step-by-step projects cover the life cycle of the rose, the peony and the iris, along with other flowers from Jarnie's own ga...

Covering everything from vintage sets and figures dating from the 1890s to the 2022 releases from contemporary makers, and includes: An introductory guide to collecting and caring for toy soldiers of all types Details of the history of toy soldiers and their makers from the late 19th century to 2022 A look at innovations in the design and production of toy soldiers over more than 120 years Guidance on buying and displaying your toy soldier col...

A new practical book that will show you how to make full use of your milling machine safely and also enhance your milling skills. Aimed at everyone with a workshop particularly home metalworkers, engineers and professionals. Fully illustrated with 167 colour illustrations and 45 diagrams. David Clark is a lifelong enthusiast of model engineering and has spent over thirty years in the engineering industry. Another title in the successful Crowoo...

Fans is an invaluable resource for everyone interested in fans, be they a collector, researcher or just fascinated by these beautiful items. This book covers all aspects of collecting fans, including: -The anatomy of the fan -Different fan styles and trends -How to buy a fan -Cleaning, storing and restoring fans -Key tips for researching the history of your fans -Essential resources for all fan lovers -A detailed glossary of French and English...

The book begins with an introduction to the tools, materials and techniques, followed by a chapter on colour with tips on how to mix and apply dyes to recreate the colours and essence of flowers. The bulk of the book then consists of individual tutorials for each flower, with all the information you need to be inspired and start making beautiful flowers of your own.

Contents include: The learning process in dogs, Identifying problems, Innate problems, Problems in training, Problems in the field, Condition, injuries and age

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Emphasis on the mental and physical benefits of running, Guide to performance nutrition and hydration, Detailed advice on training, Instruction for race day preparation, tactics and recovery and Help with avoiding injuries and running-related illness

Learn about the history of Shetland lace and the lives of the women who practised it Explore the magical collection of lace swatches held by the Shetland Amenity Trust Discover traditional patterns such as Da Print o' Da Wave, Peerie Flea and Sparl, plus the fascinating meanings of their names Recreate traditional motifs such as Cat's Paw, Ferns, Branches and Diamonds Understand how single motifs have been adapted and developed over the years

It is widely accepted that composting benefits both the environment and the garden, as a means of reducing waste while contributing to a healthy soil. This practical guide offers a host of composting techniques for the home, allotment and community gardener, as well as indoor and balcony composting for those without access to a garden. It explains the processes behind aerobic composting and anaerobic fermentation, and the conditions necessary ...

this book includes: -Twelve projects from a number of historical periods. -Detailed plans, step-by-step instructions and photographs, giving guidance at every stage of the project. -Methods and techniques achievable by those with only a basic knowledge as well as tips and perspectives aimed at the more experienced miniature maker. -Tools, equipment and material lists, and details of where to buy them. -Chapters on construction and finishing te...

The genus Hydrangea goes far beyond the colourful and ubiquitous Hortensia of a million suburban front gardens, it offers a remarkable diversity and versatility, with attractive planting choices for gardens everywhere. From the tough mountain species that can take up to -30C in their stride, to the warm temperate lianas that can top twenty metres into a tree, different species are now being brought into play by breeders to provide new cultivar...

For machine knitters with a few basics under their belt or for those with more experience, this book aims to inspire and spark new ideas whilst working with traditional methods. step-by-step instructions Provides tips for working with highly textured or 3D fabrics, from avoiding mistakes and dropped stitches to working out tension squares Includes three full patterns, to practise working with the techniques on a larger scale

The iconic Lamborghini Diablo, which shone brilliantly across the supercar firmament in the last decade of the twentieth century. - Full history of the development and production of the Diablo - Comprehensive description of each of the Diablo model variants - Examines the role that the Countach played in the design of the Diablo, and the role that the Diablo played in the design of the Murcielago. - Buying, owning and running a Diablo. - Beaut...

How to create and manage an orchard of any size, without costing the Earth. Whether you are a beginner or a practised orchardist, this book contains everything you need to know about how, when and why practical tasks should be carried out to establish a productive orchard, vibrant with wildlife.

Want to learn the versatile art of lithography and explore its expressive potential. This book is an invaluable reference as you explore the beautiful and expressive potential of one of the oldest printmaking techniques.