Schiffer Publishing Ltd

Most people live in homes that become dysfunctional when their family circumstances change, whether it is suddenly having to work from home, new mobility challenges, or an unexpected in-law arriving on the scene. It doesn't have to be that way. Houses can be designed to accommodate family needs now and in the future. Interviews with 20 homeowners and their designers illustrate flexible solutions t

Arizona-based architect Mark Candelaria is recognized for his timeless luxury designs and signature style rooted in classical form and functionality. In Mark Candelaria Homes, the architect presents 12 pivotal projects from the past decade and pulls back the curtain to share the stories behind them. Each project is accompanied by full-color photographs, floor plans, and sketches. The book brims wi

In 1935, Fascist Italy invaded Abyssinia (now Ethiopia), one of just two independent states in Africa at the time. Italy first invaded Ethiopia in 1895 and was driven out by the army of Emperor Menelik II. In 1935, the defensive effort would be led by Emperor Haile Selassie I. Benito Mussolini (the Italian “Duce”) claimed victory in 1936, but the struggle of Selassie and his people against impossi

The Vickers Armstrong Wellington, affectionately dubbed the “Wimpy” after the hamburger-scoffing cartoon character, lays claim to two distinctions within RAF WWII annals. The first related to its geodetic structure, with a cloth covering that proved to be superior to previous designs for surviving battle damage. Second, the aircraft was destined to remain on the front line with Bomber Command thro

Relax and unwind the creative way!Learn to use drawing as a pathway to relaxation with the creative art exercises and soothing meditations found inside this inspiring book. Anyone who has ever experienced a relaxed, calm state while doodling understands the powerful connection between hand and mind. From flowing one-line designs to calm-inducing repetitive patterns, drawing can put us into a state

Two Great Knights of Adventure was written by Jacques Mortane in 1936. Mortane was on friendly terms with both Marc Pourpe and Raoul Lufbery and wrote the book as a tribute to the two pilots, both of whom were killed in the First World War. Due to the access that Mortane had to these early aviators, this was the best work on their lives, but it was never translated into English and is long out of

Get started in Cricut® crafting with this gorgeous guide by popular craft designer Cori George! Inside you’ll find tons of projects for home décor, parties, kids, and more that are easy to make when you follow Cori’s detailed instructions. Learn how to make projects in paper, vinyl, and cardstock as well as iron-on, cork, leather, and fabric. Each project comes complete with step-by-step instructi

Go green, get clean, and be serene with these 30 all-natural soap, candle, and cleaner recipes from renowned herbalist Stephanie Rose! If you are looking for creative ways to reduce chemicals, harness the healing power of nature, and pamper yourself with healing herbs, fresh flowers, and essential oils, look no further. Author, avid gardener, and herbalist Stephanie Rose has rounded up her best-lo

For anyone who wants to delve into decorative modular origami ornaments. Learn to fold colored paper into simple shapes, known as modules, and how to put them together, without using sticky tape or glue, to create amazing and attractive ornaments and sculptures. The 25 models presented will show you how to create 18 projects, which begin at a very simple level so that you can succeed on your first

"Kudos to Sandra Sider, for bringing simple tools to guide quilters to the playful side of design! Understanding 'the grid' can turn a simple square into a personal expression!" —designer Victoria Findlay WolfeYour resource for a lifetime of planning and designing template-free geometric modern quilts. This compact guide is like many of the best things in life: simple. Designing a successful geome

Dive into the ancient Maasai tradition of beading, its history, and its purpose. African beaded jewelry is one of today's most popular trends in jewelry making, and in this book, you'll learn from skilled Maasai artisans, who teach you to make 21 beaded designs as you read their personal stories. Using widely available and accessible materials and few tools, you can make a variety of  designs, fro

Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids' activity books! The KindKids series from Better Day Books combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love.Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more-advanced offerings

Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids' activity books! The KindKids series from Better Day Books combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love.Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more-advanced offerings

Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids' activity books! The KindKids series from Better Day Books combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love.Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more-advanced offerings

Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids' activity books! The KindKids series from Better Day Books combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love.Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more-advanced offerings

A keepsake collection of maps depicting legendary and real places for the lover of literature, history, and cartography.This exploration of the "Mythical Elsewhere" explores a wide array of places, from the well known to the obscure, through the eyes of historians, explorers, conquerors, and writers across the ages. Lose yourself in the past as you travel to such destinations as Troy, the Mughal E

A most unusual and fascinating atlas of extraterrestrial encounters.Where is the best place to meet kind and peaceful aliens? How do we communicate with intelligent interstellar life forms, socialize with Martians, and avoid unwanted close encounters of the third kind? Here is a “map” of the portals that open up between the worlds, a geography of strange events that covers the entire earth, demons

Learn one-of-a-kind methods for adding artistic punch to your creations.Through 18 projects with step-by-step instructions, leather artist and gallerist Cathy Wiggins teaches you how to create beautiful and functional art by molding and sculpting leather. Although intermediate-level leather crafters will find this book especially inspiring, no previous leather experience is required, and this way

Temporary natural arrangements have captivated people across the world. Learn how a professional artist creates these outdoor installations, and get inspired to create your own with a detailed look at the outdoor world of artist James Brunt. Brunt makes art that works with the environment while not changing it or having a permanent impact on the world in which he creates. Whether on a beach or in

The processing of hides and skins is one of the oldest known crafts and cultural techniques. Today, tanning is done primarily with chemicals, but traditional tanning was done with fat, smoke, and plant extracts to make the hides durable and soft. This book teaches you the centuries-old art of easy-to-do, natural, inexpensive fat tanning with a few simple tools and limited space. Tanning with pure