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A talking board designed to connect with the Crystal Spirits and offer answers to life’s questions The Crystal Spirit Talking Board is a powerful mandala of sacred crystal energy that can be used to tune into the messages from the Crystal Spirits through various symbols that combine with personal intention to provide answers to life’s questions. The beautifully boxed kit contains: A unique b

Charting the history of the blues from its rural rootsin the American South, and focusing on the keymusicians and singers who brought it recognitionworldwide, The Blues: A Visual History is a unique and fullyillustrated account of the development of the blues. Thisdeceptively simple, 12-bar musical form has become thecommon denominator that has driven the popular music ofthe last hundred years. As

Do you wish you understood your Tarot cards better? The Tarot Playbook can help. Effortlessly bond with your cards by playing your way through its combination of games, activities, and what-if readings. Practice the ancient art of Taroga. Predict the weather. Try your hand at genetic engineering! With The Tarot Playbook you can explore your decks distinctive personality, broaden your reading skill

Learn to paint 50 beautiful botanicals in 30 minutes or less. The patterns included, and you can paint right inside the book! A follow-up to the bestselling first book! In this new edition, 50 beautiful floral motifs are broken down into simple steps that take the intimidation out of painting. From the first wash of color to the last detail, you will learn how to paint beautiful flowers such as da

The dawn of the Waking Dreamer is upon us. A time to reclaim our imaginations and step even further into our growth. Many societies have ignored this more abstract side of our being to such a degree that we are inclined to avoid having anything to do with it. Now we have a map to guide us with the Wild Harmonic Oracle, a series of elemental relationships that help cultivate a deepening communion w

Learn the stages necessary to successfully design and model the most versatile and widely used types of hull construction. Over 180 striking color photos detail completed models and construction stages. Over 40 line drawings provide detailed plans and renderings necessary to successfully complete a high quality model. The detailed text explains how to read marine drawings and how to undertake each

Dream a vision of the Joy you have always wanted. Through this 59-card deck, learn the author’s technique of “Mind Painting” to create an ideal picture in your mind of the way you would like things to be. Although we have aspirations throughout our life of doing wonderful things and becoming an amazing person, sometimes those dreams go unfulfilled, affecting our health—physically, mentally, and sp

Come alive with the power of the crystal skulls! The legend says that 52 skulls of crystal hold the secrets to knowledge andpersonal evolution. Now that knowledge can be yours as you soak in the energythat the skull on each card gives off, and, by perceiving the messages theytransmit to us, you will work with the heart and proceed according to yourspiritual evolution. In the accompanying guidebook

The Lenormand comes alive in this beautifully illustrated deck that honors tradition yet is also fresh, vibrant, and modern. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, this set is guaranteed to provide you with something new. Perfect for those who wish to connect deeply with the cards and make them their go-to guide for answers to life’s most pressing questions. The stunning artwork wi

If you enjoy the adventure of alternative firing but have only an electric kiln, this is the guide for you. Learn how to use an electric kiln to attain the natural earthy colors and spontaneous patterns of alternative firing methods. Step-by-step instructions together with nearly 200 photos show how to get good results with saggar firing in an electric kiln, without damaging your kiln. Understand

Profound wisdom is made accessible with this contemporary 78-card deck and expansive guidebook, which demystifies the traditional Tarot without losing its essential magic or structure. This down-to-earth yet captivating Tarot reveals the extraordinary in the ordinary, reminding you that there’s nothing humdrum about everyday life!

For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving—from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make yourself, with more than 100 pattern charts from bands in museum collections. Part 1 tells the story of how these bands were used in the rural communities of 18th and 19th century Norway, as stocking bands, swaddling bands, sending bands, and more. Part 2

The McDonnell Douglas / Boeing C-17 Globemaster III's design, construction, and operational history are presented in this book. With over 280 aircraft built, the Globemaster III is one of the workhorses for the US Air Force as well as a number of foreign countries such as Britain, Australia, Canada, India, Qatar, and Kuwait. It was designed primarily as both a strategic and tactical airlift aircra

For a Finn, the puukko is the most important tool and at the same time the most feared weapon. You could almost say the puukko has the same importance for a Finn as the samurai sword has for the Japanese. It is a 2,000-year-old mystical weapon that has been used for centuries with the same conviction and dexterity during times of peace and war. This comprehensive resource on the Finnish puukko is

Communicate your ideas usingline, shape, color, and texture with this reference and how-to exploration in one. Whether your particular interest is pictorial, portraiture, abstractcompositions, or actual text, you can “say” almost anything with thread. More than 350 color photographs translate the techniques of drawing, painting, and good composition into the world of stitch,and “Try This!” project

Where is the Land of Mystereum? Mystereum is a place where you can establish harmonious relationships with your ideas and feelings, explore identity and personality, and guide your intuition and imagination. We celebrate our differences. "All similar, each unique," is our motto. It keeps our lives lively! There are 78 cards in this intuitive Tarot deck and each card has its own individual personal

Journey through the mystical land of Faery, with this unique Tarot book and art card deck. Glowing images of ethereal creatures evoke the mystic nature of Faery, drawing readers into their twilight world of wonder. The accompanying book provides explanations for each card, using faery lore as their basis. Touching on aspects of nature and Faery tradition, readers will gain insight through the magi

In this modern age of technology and speed, what is taught in master crafter Nigel Armitage's renowned workshop follows a very traditional and timeless theme. Here, for the first time, he offers a learning resource and projects for leathercrafters who believe that high quality matters, in how you make things and in the finished results. Enjoy learning the time-tested approach as Armitage helps you

Master the art of multi-axis spindle turning! This book offers a strategy for understanding multi-axis turning and the many options available to create unique forms. Dill, a self-professed "experimental turner," takes readers step by step through this complex area of turning. Working in multiple axes on a spindle can be confusing, but as Dill teaches the "hows" of turning spindles as systematic bu

The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. See howpolitical and social climates have molded accepted beauty rituals andthe evolution of cosmetics from ancient times through today. This updated and refreshed reference book chronicles historic trends for the eyes, lips,and face, and offers in-depth aesthetic reviews of each decade from the1920s to today. Follow the fascinating histo