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It has been reported that burglary and break-in happen almost every 15 seconds of the day. As a result, the chances of your home being at risk of a break-in are greatly increased, and it does not matter where you live in the world. When we talk of a break-in, people think of someone entering their home by breaking some windows or smashi...

A spiritual sequel to the do-it-yourself handbook Make Your Place , this is a practical guide to prolonging the lives of cherished items in the home. Tips for mending clothing, preserving the harvest from a home garden, drying herbs and meat, and other money-saving ideas are accompanied by humorous handwritten anecdotes and illustrations. This manual is a treasured addition to the library of anyone interested in keeping costs down, being more self-sufficient, and cultivating new skills.

A fully illustrated, practical guide full of essential skills and knowledge that school didn't prepare us for

Boken viser hvordan man kan endre mange livsområder ved å bruke Feng shui (feng=vind, shui=vann) som rettesnor. Den tar for seg innredning, karriere, personlige relasjoner, helse og mye annet. Med ordforklaringer, litteraturliste og stikkordregister.

A moving, funny and inspirational memoir about finding success when the odds are stacked against you, from the beloved TV star of hit BBC One show The Repair Shop, which reaches 7 million viewers.

Woodworking is a really rewarding hobby, but if you have no experience, it will take some time before you can start producing intricate pieces, so don''t try to rush into it. Just have fun learning, and be willing to scrap first attempts and start over! This book covers the following topics:ΓÇó                  Simple plans for beginnersΓÇó                  Shelves (beginners plan)ΓÇó                  Benches, chairs and stools (intermediate plan)ΓÇó                  Woodworking projects for kitchen (advance plan)ΓÇó                  Beds (advance plan)ΓÇó                  Innovative creationsΓÇó                  Small furniture (beginners plan)ΓÇó                  Outdoor plansΓÇó                  Garden furniture with wood pallets There is something about wood that is so homey and warm it makes for wonderful decor, especially during the holidays. And let''s be honest, aside from the smell of christmas trees, there aren''t many scents more wonderful than fresh sawdust. But you don''t have to be a wood-smith wonder to make most of these christmas wood crafts. There are plenty of ideas here you don''t even have to break out the table saw or sanding paper to make.

You have a piano -- and it's been ages since the thing's been tuned. Time to fix it.Whether you're guilty of using your heirloom upright as non-musical furniture or you rescued a beat up baby grand from the curb, your tired old piano deserves proper care and maintenance. That means cleaning, repairing, tuning, and regular upkeep from now on. You could hire a professional piano technician to do it all for you... or you could handle these tasks yourself!We'll start with the basics of piano ID and ownership, then move onto DIY guides to boost your piano parenthood confidence. Learn how to: Select the right piano for you and your musical needs.Move a piano and put it in the perfect location.Maintain your instrument, no matter its condition.Identify the most important elements of any piano.Build and use a customized toolkit.Tune and repair your own piano without fear.Free from bone-dry technical language, When a Piano Falls in Your Lap is the ownership guide you'll wish came with every secondhand piano.

With a surge in home and garden improvement underway and a heightened focus on practicality, House + Flower is a timely yet timeless manifesto encouraging readers to see the potential for attainable and sustainable beauty in their homes. For more than twenty years, Cynthia Zamaria's signature vintage-inspired approach to design has been internationally celebrated by home and garden enthusiasts and media. In her first book, she shows how any home can benefit from the quality and beauty found in thifted, antique, and artisanal wares. Through a welcoming narrative and more than 120 full-color photographs of captivating living spaces, the author reflects on lessons learned during countless projects spanning seven houses, including all apects of a home and garden transformation.As seen in: The New York Times, Chatelaine, Toronto Life, Domino, Homes & Gardens, Apartment Therapy, Canadian House & Home, Style at Home, HGTV, Modes & Travaux, Toronto Star, The Washington Post, Country Home, and Cottages & BungalowsTHE SECOND-HAND ECONOMY IS THRIVING AT HOMETIPS FOR INTEGRATING ANTIQUES, VINTAGE, AND PRE-LOVED FINDS INTO YOUR HOMERENOVATION PLAYBOOKSTEPS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED ON THE VISION FOR YOUR GARDEN OR INTERIOR SPACE PLANGARDEN TO VASEHOW TO ELEVATE EVERYDAY BLOOMS THROUGH INTERESTING FLOWER AND VASE PAIRINGS

Finally, a practical guide to building castles in the air.

Bright colors, floral patterns, and cottage-styles are all design choices associated with the Florida Keys. Key West, one of the most famous tropical islands in the world, embodies the ideas of the Florida Keys while also presenting its own style and culture. In Leslie Linsley¿s Key West Cottages & Gardens, lovers of the Key West architectural and designs style will get a chance to look at beautiful photos of tropical homes as well as learn tips for living in the island from Leslie and residents.Key West is home to a year-round population of about 35,000 with over one million travelers visiting throughout the year. Leslie¿s intimate interviews on residents allows readers a peak into what Key West cottage living is really like, even some of the potential challenges. The interviews and photos in the book will show how people live in all different styles of cottages. Whether yoüre a local who has made Key West home and want to learn new tips for living in your smaller, outdoor-friendly space, or a tourist who loves the feeling and visuals of the Key West lifestyle, this book has you covered.Photographer Terry Pommett, known for her previous work with Leslie on books like Nantucket Island Living and Nantucket Cottages & Gardens, provides her professional photography to accompany Leslie¿s expert text. Leslie¿s knowledge of the island, architecture, and gardening combined with Terry¿s photos create the perfect gift book or reference for homeowners looking to advance their home style.