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Learn to Timber Frame

Craftsmanship, Simplicity, Timeless Beauty

by Will Beemer ...

The elegant simplicity of timber frame construction is made accessible to all levels of builders with step-by-step building instructions for one small, easy-to-build timber frame cabin, along with plans for modifying it to suit particular needs and locations.Veteran timber framer Will Beemer takes you through the entire process of building a traditional timber frame from start to finish, beginning ... Read more

$12.99 USD

The elegant simplicity of timber frame construction is made accessible to all levels of builders with step-by-step building instructions for one small, easy-to-build timber frame cabin, along with plans for modifying it to suit particular needs and locations.Veteran timber framer Will Beemer takes you through the entire process of building a traditional timber frame from start to finish, beginning
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Principles of How to Quit Losing Stuff

by Richard Warren ...

This is not a repeat of the old stuff everyone tells you about being organized. It is an entertaining look at how to avoid looking all over for stuff. ... Read more

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This is not a repeat of the old stuff everyone tells you about being organized. It is an entertaining look at how to avoid looking all over for stuff.
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The Minimalist Woodworker

Essential Tools and Smart Shop Ideas for Building with Less

by Vic Tesolin ...

To enjoy woodworking, all you need is a few essential tools, a little bit of space, and the desire to make something with your own two hands. The Minimalist Woodworker is about making woodworking clean and simple—from the tools and the workspace to the easy-to-follow instructions. Woodworking is thriving in the hands-on, DIY, maker world we currently live in. Yet, for it’s increasing popularity, ... Read more

$11.59 USD

To enjoy woodworking, all you need is a few essential tools, a little bit of space, and the desire to make something with your own two hands. The Minimalist Woodworker is about making woodworking clean and simple—from the tools and the workspace to the easy-to-follow instructions. Woodworking is thriving in the hands-on, DIY, maker world we currently live in. Yet, for it’s increasing popularity,
... Read more
Everyday Woodworking

A Beginner's Guide to Woodcraft With 12 Hand Tools

by Rex Krueger ...

Get started with simple, useful, handcrafted woodworking projects for everyday people—with only 12 basic tools!Lots of people want to try woodwork, but they get intimidated by dangerous power tools and difficult techniques. Good news: there are lots of ways to work with wood and anyone can get a few tools and start making projects.Everyday Woodworking starts at the very beginning—with wood. How ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Get started with simple, useful, handcrafted woodworking projects for everyday people—with only 12 basic tools!Lots of people want to try woodwork, but they get intimidated by dangerous power tools and difficult techniques. Good news: there are lots of ways to work with wood and anyone can get a few tools and start making projects.Everyday Woodworking starts at the very beginning—with wood. How
... Read more
Amigurumi, muñecos de animalitos

by Marta Quinteros ...

Series series Manos Maravillosas
¡Qué simpáticos y tiernos son los muñecos de animalitos! La destacada especialista Marta Quinteros ofrece nuevos modelos para tejer en Amigurumi. Incluye una guía paso a paso con fotografías a todo color para tejer:-Beto, el perro salchicha.-Rossi, la jiraba.-Miel, la abeja.-Gerónimo, el elefante.-Gregorio, el león.-Diego, el monito. ... Read more

$2.99 USD

¡Qué simpáticos y tiernos son los muñecos de animalitos! La destacada especialista Marta Quinteros ofrece nuevos modelos para tejer en Amigurumi. Incluye una guía paso a paso con fotografías a todo color para tejer:-Beto, el perro salchicha.-Rossi, la jiraba.-Miel, la abeja.-Gerónimo, el elefante.-Gregorio, el león.-Diego, el monito.
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Handy Projects for Boys

More Than 200 Projects Including Skis, Hammocks, Paper Balloons, Wrestling Mats, and Microscopes

by Popular Mechanics Press ...

The projects in Handy Projects for Boys first appeared in a major collection arranged by the editors of Popular Mechanics Press in 1913. During this time period, the methods and techniques used to create these items were just as important to the boys and men building them as the final projects themselves. They took care with their materials; they were precise and they labored over the smallest ... Read more

$10.99 USD

The projects in Handy Projects for Boys first appeared in a major collection arranged by the editors of Popular Mechanics Press in 1913. During this time period, the methods and techniques used to create these items were just as important to the boys and men building them as the final projects themselves. They took care with their materials; they were precise and they labored over the smallest
... Read more
The Ultimate Grid-Down Survival Guide

Essential Skills, Tools and Tactical Know-How to Survive and Thrive in Any Critical Scenario, Building a Foundation of Self-Sufficiency for Your Home and Family

by Jackson R. Thorne ...

Series series The Ultimate Prepper's Survival Guide Series
⚡️ As the world moves forward, preparing for the inevitable, will you stand by watching, or will you be among the resilient few who thrive against the odds? ⚡️In today’s unpredictable world, the security of your home and the safety of your family hinge on your preparedness for unforeseen events. "The Ultimate Grid-Down Survival Guide" is your comprehensive manual to not just surviving, but ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

⚡️ As the world moves forward, preparing for the inevitable, will you stand by watching, or will you be among the resilient few who thrive against the odds? ⚡️In today’s unpredictable world, the security of your home and the safety of your family hinge on your preparedness for unforeseen events. "The Ultimate Grid-Down Survival Guide" is your comprehensive manual to not just surviving, but
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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman

by Mary Wollstonecraft ...

Writing in an age when the call for the rights of man had brought revolution to America and France, Mary Wollstonecraft produced her own declaration of female independence in 1792. Passionate and forthright, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman attacked the prevailing view of docile, decorative femininity, and instead laid out the principles of emancipation: an equal education for girls and boys, ... Read more

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Writing in an age when the call for the rights of man had brought revolution to America and France, Mary Wollstonecraft produced her own declaration of female independence in 1792. Passionate and forthright, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman attacked the prevailing view of docile, decorative femininity, and instead laid out the principles of emancipation: an equal education for girls and boys,
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Japanese Woodworking Tools

The Complete Guide to Traditional Handmade Tools - How They are Made and How to Use Them

Edited by Carpentry Tools Basics Magazine ...

Master craftsmen offer detailed information about handmade Japanese woodworking tools!This unique guide to traditional handmade Japanese tools offers hobbyists, woodworkers and craftspeople an essential introduction to the artistry of Japanese tools. Their structure, mechanics, use and care are described in loving detail as only master Japanese craftsmen and tool expert are able to do.This unique ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Master craftsmen offer detailed information about handmade Japanese woodworking tools!This unique guide to traditional handmade Japanese tools offers hobbyists, woodworkers and craftspeople an essential introduction to the artistry of Japanese tools. Their structure, mechanics, use and care are described in loving detail as only master Japanese craftsmen and tool expert are able to do.This unique
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Special Forces Home Survival Bible

Elite Home Defense Tactics to Fortify Your Property, Protect Your Family, and Stay Safe in Any Crisis

by Ethan Miles ...

Would Your Home Truly Stand a Chance in a Real Crisis? ️From natural disasters to large-scale blackouts and home invasions, the modern world is more unpredictable than ever. Having a proven home-defense strategy isn’t just smart—it’s a necessity. This comprehensive guide arms you with field-proven tactics used by elite survival professionals, broken down into practical, step-by-step strategies ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Would Your Home Truly Stand a Chance in a Real Crisis? ️From natural disasters to large-scale blackouts and home invasions, the modern world is more unpredictable than ever. Having a proven home-defense strategy isn’t just smart—it’s a necessity. This comprehensive guide arms you with field-proven tactics used by elite survival professionals, broken down into practical, step-by-step strategies
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Family Handyman Guide to Skills, Tools & Techniques

EXPERT ADVICE TO HELP YOU COMPLETE HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE

Edited by Family Handyman ...

Series series Family Handyman
Created by the team known for a commitment to quality, craftsmanship and overall DIY awesomeness, this must-have book is a treasure trove of essential skills and techniques for today's homeowners.Let’s face it: Home DIY comes with a learning curve. And no matter how many projects you have under your toolbelt, brushing up on the essential skills, tools and techniques that pros use every day will ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Created by the team known for a commitment to quality, craftsmanship and overall DIY awesomeness, this must-have book is a treasure trove of essential skills and techniques for today's homeowners.Let’s face it: Home DIY comes with a learning curve. And no matter how many projects you have under your toolbelt, brushing up on the essential skills, tools and techniques that pros use every day will
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All About Wood-Frame Construction For Homeowners

Construction Of A Wooden Framed House In Detail For Absolute Beginners | Illustrated Manual Of Framing & Carpentry For Non-Experts

by Tiffany Rocha ...

With dozens of illustrations and an easy-to-understand writing style, the book is an ideal resource to help builders, homeowner and students master the construction details of carpentry and framing. The text is logically organized to provide a comprehensive, yet concise, introduction to the trade, from foundations and floors to walls, rafters, and roofs--as well as special topics such as stairs, ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

With dozens of illustrations and an easy-to-understand writing style, the book is an ideal resource to help builders, homeowner and students master the construction details of carpentry and framing. The text is logically organized to provide a comprehensive, yet concise, introduction to the trade, from foundations and floors to walls, rafters, and roofs--as well as special topics such as stairs,
... Read more
Practical Shop Math

Simple Solutions to Workshop Fractions, Formulas + Geometric Shapes

by Tom Begnal ...

Fear not, workshop math is not something to be scared of or avoided; Practical Shop Math covers it all from the basic to the advanced.By its very nature, woodworking requires a basic understanding of math. Various numbers, in the form of thickness, width, and length dimensions, are used to describe the physical size of a a woodworking project and its component parts. Inevitably, these dimensions ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Fear not, workshop math is not something to be scared of or avoided; Practical Shop Math covers it all from the basic to the advanced.By its very nature, woodworking requires a basic understanding of math. Various numbers, in the form of thickness, width, and length dimensions, are used to describe the physical size of a a woodworking project and its component parts. Inevitably, these dimensions
... Read more
Japanese Woodworking and Joinery

A Beginner's Guide to the Tools & Techniques Used by Master Carpenters in Japan

by Carpenters Tool Study Group ...

Learn traditional joinery and woodworking techniques from the Japanese masters!Calling all carpenters, weekend woodworkers, hand tool enthusiasts and wood crafters—as well as anyone who loves Japanese-style tools and carpentry.The age-old techniques of Japanese joinery are highly esteemed by carpenters and woodworkers all around the world. The art of creating precise and lasting joints, fusing ... Read more

$21.59 USD

Learn traditional joinery and woodworking techniques from the Japanese masters!Calling all carpenters, weekend woodworkers, hand tool enthusiasts and wood crafters—as well as anyone who loves Japanese-style tools and carpentry.The age-old techniques of Japanese joinery are highly esteemed by carpenters and woodworkers all around the world. The art of creating precise and lasting joints, fusing
... Read more
Axe in Hand

A Woodchopper's Guide to Blades, Wood, and Fire

by Nicole Coenen ...

*** 2025 National Outdoor Book Award Winner, Outdoor Adventure Guides Category *A unique, welcoming guide for the ultimate outdoor hobby.**Axes, woodchopping, and fire: it can all seem intimidating. But the truth is that with the proper knowledge and technique, they are safe, fun, sustainable passions. What’s more, times have changed. In the past, you may have seen guides that relegated women to ... Read more

$17.99 USD

*** 2025 National Outdoor Book Award Winner, Outdoor Adventure Guides Category *A unique, welcoming guide for the ultimate outdoor hobby.**Axes, woodchopping, and fire: it can all seem intimidating. But the truth is that with the proper knowledge and technique, they are safe, fun, sustainable passions. What’s more, times have changed. In the past, you may have seen guides that relegated women to
... Read more
Mascotas en amigurumi

by Mariana Cecilia Fontana ...

Series series Manos Maravillosas
¡Qué simpáticos y tiernos son los muñecos de animalitos! La destacada especialista Mariana Cecilia Fontana ofrece nuevos modelos para tejer en Amigurumi. Incluye una guía paso a paso con fotografías a todo color para tejer:Beto, el perro salchichaRossi, la jirabaMiel, la abejaGerónimo, el elefanteGregorio, el leónDiego, el monito ... Read more

$2.99 USD

¡Qué simpáticos y tiernos son los muñecos de animalitos! La destacada especialista Mariana Cecilia Fontana ofrece nuevos modelos para tejer en Amigurumi. Incluye una guía paso a paso con fotografías a todo color para tejer:Beto, el perro salchichaRossi, la jirabaMiel, la abejaGerónimo, el elefanteGregorio, el leónDiego, el monito
... Read more
The Handyman's Guide To Profit

by A. William Benitez ...

When the economy crashed in 2008 millions lost jobs, many struggled for years and it's repeated in 2020 during this pandemic and many are still struggling to catch up either without jobs or with low-paying jobs. Unemployment figures have gone down but that's deceiving because many are still working two or more jobs to make ends meet. Companies are still cutting back to reduce cost and increase ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

When the economy crashed in 2008 millions lost jobs, many struggled for years and it's repeated in 2020 during this pandemic and many are still struggling to catch up either without jobs or with low-paying jobs. Unemployment figures have gone down but that's deceiving because many are still working two or more jobs to make ends meet. Companies are still cutting back to reduce cost and increase
... Read more
Tools A Visual History

The Hardware that Built, Measured and Repaired the World

by Dominic Chinea ...

A must-read for makers, tinkerers, fixers and creators, The Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for the history and practical uses of tools.This book is a beautifully-illustrated celebration of 140 essential tools, their history, their unique appeal and how they are used by creative people to make just about anything. From the workhorses designed to fuel the industrial ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A must-read for makers, tinkerers, fixers and creators, The Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for the history and practical uses of tools.This book is a beautifully-illustrated celebration of 140 essential tools, their history, their unique appeal and how they are used by creative people to make just about anything. From the workhorses designed to fuel the industrial
... Read more
BUSH KNIFE MAKING FOR BEGINNERS

A Step-By-Step Pictorial Guide on How to Make a DIY Bush Knife from Salvaged Materials

by AUSTINE BEN ...

Bush knives are practical, useful tools for bushcraft, camping, hiking and outdoor trips as well as regular use at home. You can now make your own. Bush Knife for Beginners is a complete beginner’s guide for ambitious knife makers who want to experience blacksmithing the right way.This book makes it easy for beginners to get started without the need for costly equipment and tons of space. You can ... Read more

$4.15 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Bush knives are practical, useful tools for bushcraft, camping, hiking and outdoor trips as well as regular use at home. You can now make your own. Bush Knife for Beginners is a complete beginner’s guide for ambitious knife makers who want to experience blacksmithing the right way.This book makes it easy for beginners to get started without the need for costly equipment and tons of space. You can
... Read more
Easy Trips to Clean Brushed Nickel

Trips, wet and dry cloths to clean brushed nickel

by H.J. Lilly ...

Series Book 3 - How to
The last step on brushed nickel is delicate and will make cleaning quite tricky. When cleaning brushed nickel, you can use the gentlest method conceivable ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The last step on brushed nickel is delicate and will make cleaning quite tricky. When cleaning brushed nickel, you can use the gentlest method conceivable
... Read more
The Essence of Less

Finding Joy in What Truly Matters

by Thorne Maverick ...

The Essence of Less is a practical, uplifting guide to minimalism for readers who want more clarity, peace, and purpose in everyday life. Thorne Maverick shows how simplifying your space, finances, relationships, and routines can create room for what truly matters. Rather than treating minimalism as a trend or a rigid set of rules, this book presents it as a thoughtful way to live with intention ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Essence of Less is a practical, uplifting guide to minimalism for readers who want more clarity, peace, and purpose in everyday life. Thorne Maverick shows how simplifying your space, finances, relationships, and routines can create room for what truly matters. Rather than treating minimalism as a trend or a rigid set of rules, this book presents it as a thoughtful way to live with intention
... Read more
DIY Car Hacks: 10 Simple Car Maintenance and Repair Hacks that Will Get Your Car Back on the Road

Car Maintenance

by Michael Hansen ...

Series series Car Maintenance
So you are now stuck on a top of mountain with ice everywhere and more coming down and you need to get to the bottom and you prefer not to roll off the mountain and killing yourself by rolling off the side of it. This book will help you understand how to keep yourself safe when bad things happen to your car. Please remember that this is a guide and it is up to you to be safe and decide if this is ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

So you are now stuck on a top of mountain with ice everywhere and more coming down and you need to get to the bottom and you prefer not to roll off the mountain and killing yourself by rolling off the side of it. This book will help you understand how to keep yourself safe when bad things happen to your car. Please remember that this is a guide and it is up to you to be safe and decide if this is
... Read more
Soldagem Para Iniciantes Os Segredos Para Soldar, Cortar E Moldar Metal Como Um Verdadeiro Profissional | Aprenda A Trabalhar Com Qualquer Metal E Obtenha Habilidades De Trabalho Extraordinárias

by Jideon F Marques ...

Introdução Para conectar permanentemente componentes metálicos, a soldagem é uma técnica fundamental utilizada em indústrias de todo o mundo. É uma tecnologia hábil e adaptável, essencial em muitos setores, incluindo manufatura, construção, automotivo, aeroespacial e muito mais. A soldagem une componentes metálicos aplicando calor, pressão ou uma combinação dos dois. Este processo permite a ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Introdução Para conectar permanentemente componentes metálicos, a soldagem é uma técnica fundamental utilizada em indústrias de todo o mundo. É uma tecnologia hábil e adaptável, essencial em muitos setores, incluindo manufatura, construção, automotivo, aeroespacial e muito mais. A soldagem une componentes metálicos aplicando calor, pressão ou uma combinação dos dois. Este processo permite a
... Read more
Living Off the Grid: A Beginner's Guide to an Independent and Self-Sustaining Lifestyle

Self-Sufficient Living

by Michael Hansen ...

Series series Self-Sufficient Living
The Martians have landed, the Zombies have attacked, and now you need to bug out and live off the grid as they are using the grid to track down everyone and enslave us or worse. While this is a little far-fetched, (The Martians are arriving next month not today), people are finding it more and more desirable to live away from society and all the issues with being interconnected to the rest of the ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Martians have landed, the Zombies have attacked, and now you need to bug out and live off the grid as they are using the grid to track down everyone and enslave us or worse. While this is a little far-fetched, (The Martians are arriving next month not today), people are finding it more and more desirable to live away from society and all the issues with being interconnected to the rest of the
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