The art of editing in a nonlinear mode cannot be gleaned from software application manuals. This book is designed to convey the artistic considerations and techniques that both new and experienced editors need to employ in editing digital stock. Readers learn the importance of timing, emotion, and a[...]
"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald about a man who ages in reverse: He is born a feeble 70-year-old and becomes younger as the years progress. This faithful graphic-novel adaptation chronicles Benjamin Button's many adventures: He falls in love with a woman[...]
A recognized expert shows crafters how they can turn vintage-style buttons into gorgeous jewellery. Crafters will love creating these 60 fashionable, elegant projects from metal, jet glass, pearl and more. It is presented in historical order, with a little history and anecdotal description of each s[...]
Buttons are back! Susan Beal, author of "Bead Simple" 9781561589531, details 80 fashionable projects including bold and beautiful pendants, rings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, earrings and more. Also included are instructions for an eye-catching assortment of accessories and house wares, from boo[...]
F. Scott Fitzgerald, one of the great voices in the history of American literature, is best known today for his novels, but during his lifetime his fame stemmed primarily from his prolific achievements as one of America's most gifted short story writers. "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is one [...]
Hugo Marston has just joined the State Department as head of security at the US Embassy in London. His task is to protect a pair of spoiled movie stars, Dayton Harper and his wife Ginny Ferro, whose reckless driving killed a prominent landowner in rural England.
The job turns from routine to dis[...]
"Creative Beading Vol. 9" is a yearbook of projects from "Bead&Button" magazine. With a thorough basics section and helpful tips for readers, the book also includes over 75 editor-tested projects from the magazine. Inspiring and easy to follow, "Creative Beading Vol. 9" is divided into sections, wit[...]
This collection offers beaders at every level over 75 projects from the October 2013 through August 2014 issues of "Bead&Button" magazine, all in one gorgeous, hardcover volume. The latest edition in this popular series features a thorough basics section, hundreds of helpful tips and beading ideas, [...]
Offers beaders nearly every project from the October 2014 through August 2015 issues of "Bead&Button" magazine, all in one gorgeous, hardcover volume. The latest edition in this popular series showcases stitching projects in many styles and colors, features thorough basics sections, and offers hundr[...]
Jewelry makers in search of stitching projects love Kalmbach's Creative Beading series, back for 2017 with its 12th volume. Inside this high-quality hardcover book, beaders will find 75+ projects from the latest year of Bead&Button magazine. All the projects are designed by the magazine's contributo[...]
Who can resist bright, colorful buttons? The 15 patterns in this booklet invite you to craft a jewelry box full of fun button baubles to completely restyle your wardrobe. Best of all, you finally have a reason to break out your button stash or find some new ones . Quick-to-Make.Each project will h[...]
While on the modelling dais, Picasso gives her a job: to find his wife's portrait, which has gone mysteriously missing. That same night, her spymaster from the war contacts her--she has to find a double agent or face jail. Through parties, whisky, and seductive informants, Kiki uses her knowledge of[...]
When Charlie the telegram boy breaks his leg and can't ride his bicycle, Billy Button sees his chance. He has always wanted to be a telegram boy, delivering messages all over the village on the red Post Office bicycle. Soon Billy is zooming about all over the place with news of new babies, sick sist[...]
Join Gai Button as she shares the secrets of making beautiful miniature dogs from needle felt. Using different wools, silks and fibres along with just three needles, you can make all manner of realistic dog breeds, including labradors, pugs, poodles and border terriers. This simple and affordable cr[...]
"Transport Economics" is a completely revised edition of a well-established textbook which applies economic analysis to transport issues. Each chapter has been carefully reworked and the book includes new material dealing with the regulation of transport markets. The theoretical content is supported[...]
The subjects of transport and information systems have long been closely linked because they are both complements and substitutes for each other and thus offer potential for more efficient and productive traffic demand management. This collection examines the substitution and complementarity hypothe[...]
Marrianne Mercer has found a huge variety of buttons, from wooden toggles to metal daisies, some vintage, some modern, some fun and some delicate and pretty. Her sources have included up-to-the-minute websites as well as family button boxes, and the jewellery she has produced is equally varied, from[...]
Inspired by the life of Jemmy Button - a native of Tierra del Fuego who was brought into England in the mid-1800s to be 'educated' and 'civilised' by British missionaries and explorers - this book illustrates Jemmy's adventures in England, his bizarre and extraordinary encounters there, his exp[...]
What do you use every day that is small and large, worthless and beyond price? It's easily found in the gutter, yet you may never be able to replace it. You are always losing it but it faithfully protects you; sexy and uptight, it is knitted in to your affections or it may give you nightmares. It ha[...]
Kit to make 25 buttons, including a 12 page booklet and the fabric
Clara Button loves hats, and when her older brother Ollie breaks her favourite, Mum takes them on a special hat day out. While visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum, Clara gets lost and embarks on an exciting journey of discovery. Meanwhile, Ollie is having adventures of his own, with swords and t[...]