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Adorable animal friends to crochet for children of all ages. A world away from mass-produced plush toys, Emma Brown's hand-crocheted creations live on the make-believe island of Shady Bay. The animals all have their part to play in island life. Ronnie the bear is the Ranger on Shady Bay and he takes his rucksack and cosy scarf whenever he goes on his outdoor adventures. Archie and Boris are two crafty canine brothers and together they build the homes for the other animals on the island. There's Whimsie the bunny with a wild imagination and Breeze the owl who swoops high amongst the trees gathering the midnight fruit for the other animals. With 25 gorgeous patterns suitable for beginners through to experienced crafters, you're sure to find a unique toy in Crocheted Bears and Other Animals that will spark a child's imagination and become a firm friend for life.

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Make 35 gorgeous crochet projects all incorporating beautiful floral motifs and decorations. Nicki Trench returns with another set of cute and easy crochet projects for your home, family and friends, all in a pretty pastel colour palette and adorned with crocheted flowers. Divided into five chapters, the book begins with Simple Stitches, where you will find an easy purse, pin cushion and heart brooch, which are perfect for first-time stitchers. Next is Cushions & Throws, with designs made from luxurious yarns to decorate your home. Kitchen Essentials has oven mitts, placemats, kitchen cloths and more for keen cooks, while mothers, grandmothers and aunts will love the For Little Ones chapter containing toys and practical projects for your children. Finally, Snug & Cosy Accessories has brilliant items for wrapping up warm in on cold days, such as the simple bobble hat, chunky shrug and lace scarf. Also included is the Crochet Know-how section, where beginners and more experienced crocheters will find all the stitches required to make the projects explained in an easy-to-understand way.

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Create a fantastic world of delight with these 35 inspiring projects - all made from old books! Follow Clare Youngs' simple step-by-step projects to make a huge variety of creative book art projects. In the first chapter, Folding Books, get folding and make a beautiful bird, a sailor's knot and a shining star, they look impressive but are deceptively simple to make. In Chapter 2, Making Scenes, you will learn how to cut and glue splendid scenes such as tiny paper mushrooms and ferns under a glass bell jar, a fairytale castle and a tiger in the jungle, all of which would make great gifts, or just keep and display them all yourself! Chapter 3, Refashioned Pages, has ideas for transforming the pages cut from books - make greeting cards, a botanical print lampshade and hanging birds. All the projects have helpful step-by-step instructions and illustrations so all you need are a few old books and you are ready to start!

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First, take yourself on Safari and make a whole pride of lions from cardboard tubes, a pretty zebra, a giraffe, a rhino and a delightfully jaunty flamingo. Move on to the Jungle, where there is a grinning crocodile, and a chimpanzee and an orangutan swinging through the trees. In the Snow there is a delightful family of penguins made of egg cartons, a seal, a walrus, and a smiling polar bear. You can hear the Aviary a long way away, with chattering parrots, lovebirds and even a bald eagle perching on a rock. Finally, spot the elusive manta and stingrays in the Aquarium, where they are joined by a jolly dolphin, a jellyfish, an octopus, and many other interesting sea creatures. In the last chapter, you will learn how to make all the enclosures and scenery so your cardboard critters have a home. There are also instructions for making trees, rocks, icebergs, grass, and flowers so you can really set the scene. Using materials that you might otherwise discard, clear step-by-step instructions, and a handy hints and tips section, you will soon have your very own cardboard zoo!

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Create 35 beautiful planters, decorations and gifts - all using concrete. Follow Hester van Overbeek's simple tutorials to make a huge range of unique concrete projects. You will find everything you need to know - what type of concrete to buy, how to use it and how to decorate it - explained in a comprehensive techniques section. From there you can make chic and on-trend home accessories such as upside-down plant pots, a concrete vase with a wooden base, serving platters, a letter-shaped bookend, fruit bowls and much more.

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Collect stones, pebbles and shells, and adorn your garden and home with these beautiful pebble mosaics! Experiment with textures, design and colour to create some stunning feature pieces and decorate your garden and home. The mosaic has long been a stunning method of garden and interior decoration, stretching back to the cities of ancient Greece and Rome, and now, with Pebble Mosaics, you can create your own little piece of history in your home! Learn how to find and forage ceramics, stones and pebbles in your back garden and home, and arrange them to make the 25 beautiful and original designs packed inside Pebble Mosaics. Complete with a 'Gallery' section to inspire your creativity, there will be a pattern or a project to suit every need and any taste. Pebble Mosaics is split into two chapters. The first, 'Paths, Plaques and Panels', will take you through creating mosaics for larger projects such as Stepping Stones, Garden Benches, Sundials and Evening Tables. You will learn how to mix cement, identify good materials for your project and construct patterns that suit you. The second chapter, 'Planters and Decorative Features', will show you how to make some beautiful ornamental items, such as a Bubbling Fountain, a Lattice Planter and Hurricane Lanterns. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photography, Pebble Mosaics is suitable for even the most novice of pebble-layers.

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Follow Louise Kelly's projects to make a doll for all your friends - get creative with their outfits, hair, facial features and accessories. In Sew Your Own Dolls there are girl dolls and boy dolls, casual dolls and fancy dolls, and even a doll in pyjamas! There are four basic body and head shapes and infinite possibilities for making them unique. Maggie is going shopping wearing a chic navy dress coat and carrying a glitter clutch bag, Louisa is having a casual day and is dressed in jeans, a flannel shirt and baseball shoes, and dapper Hugo is a cool sailor in a striped top with tattooed arms. There is a doll for everyone, and each one has full-size templates for the body shapes and outfits, and simple step-by-step artworks and instructions to help you on your way - the only difficult part is choosing which one to make first!

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35 simple costumes to make for parties and dress-up games, with pull-out full-size pattern sheets. Children love to dress up, whether it's for parties or just for everyday fun. If you want to add to your dressing-up box without spending a fortune, Emma Hardy has designed 35 magical costumes that will satisfy every child. Whether you have a little princess or a superhero in your family, or your children favour the traditional roles of cowboy, pirate, or nurse, there are ideas here that are easy to make and much more effective than shop-bought outfits. All the favourites are included, such as animals - a lion, a ladybug, a dinosaur - and fairy-tale characters from Red Riding Hood to the Gingerbread Man. Two pull-out sheets are included with all the full-size patterns you will need, and there's a techniques section so you can brush up on your sewing skills. Your children will love these fancy-dress makes, and when the party's over, you can add them to your dress-up cupboard at home for many more hours of fun.

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Discover lagom - the Swedish idea of balance, harmony, beauty and sufficency. Our love affair with all things Scandinavian shows no signs of letting up. Having embraced the Danish concept of hygge, we're now looking to Sweden and one of their essential philosophies, lagom. It's best described as 'not too much, not too little; just the right amount', which, in practice, is balance - and isn't that what we're all looking for? In this delightful little pocket book, Elisabeth Carlsson, a Swede who has been living in the UK for many years, lets us in on the secrets of the enviable Swedish lifestyle and shows us how we can all be a little more lagom. She explains what lagom means to the Swedish and then explores how it can relate to all areas of our life: from our separation of work and home through managing our time, to how we eat, never depriving ourselves but not overindulging and avoiding waste; from discovering what makes a home more lagom in style and function, to how we sustainably take care of that home; from appreciating and looking after our body with moderate exercise and care, to our approach to life as a whole, and realising that what's good for the world can also be good for us, too. Filled with advice and ideas, this thoughtful guide provides the key to a lagom way of living - healthy, harmonious and happy.

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Everyone knows that James Bond prefers an alcoholic drink to a soft drink. In fact, he even goes as far as deriding tea as "mud" and blaming it for the collapse of the British Empire. Although it's the legendary Vodka Martini that he's best known for, he also orders many classic cocktails, including an Old-Fashioned, an Americano and a Negroni, all of which appear in this book. Bond also effortlessly creates his own drink in "Casino Royale": Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel. Got it? And so the Vesper was born, to the delight of bar owners across the globe. However, it's not only cocktails that he's partial to. Bond orders Scotch and soda 21 times in the books, but he's also keen on bourbon and a brandy and ginger ale. So why not raise a glass and toast the health of the world's most-loved, smooth-talking secret agent with one of his favourite drinks.

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Developed over hundreds of years, the French look reflects all tastes, from the cultivated grandeur of the chateau to the simplicity of rural living, and can be adapted to every home. Creating the French Look is divided into four styles: "Chateau", "Country", "Provencal" and "Parisian", and each "look" is applied to living rooms, kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms plus outdoor living spaces. As well as describing each overall style, focusing on colours and fabrics, Annie Sloan emphasizes the details and accents required by each one, and, aided by 25 clearly explained step-by-step projects, shows how to achieve it. Among other things, she explains how to paint and distress furniture, and describes how to cover an armoire door with embroidered voile. Whatever interior you desire, this book will guide your choices from the grand statement of the painted armoire to the finishing touch of a little posy of lavender.

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Rice is a wonderfully versatile ingredient, and Spanish cooks transform it into an array of dishes from simplecomfort food to grand feasts to be shared on special occasions. This book brings together delicious ricedishes from all over Spain, from regional classics that are now known around the world to unusual localspecialities. There is something for every taste and every occasion, with recipes containing meat, poultry,fish and shellfish, as well as some tempting vegetarian options to choose from. Learn how to make ashow-stopping Paella al la Valenciana (Valencian paella) or a Paella a la Marinera y Chorizos (Basqueseafood paella with chorizo), and how to make the most of tasty ingredients like garlic and saffron in yourcooking. As well as traditional regional paellas, there are also other styles of rice dishes to try, such as ArrozCaldoso con Bogavante (Creamy Rice with Lobster), Arroz Caldoso con Berberechos (Rice and Clam Soup)or Arroz al Horno (Baked Rice with Raisins and Chickpeas). Whatever the season or occasion, there is arecipe here for every lover of authentic Spanish cuisine.

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"Ramen" is the Japanese term for any noodle soup. Organized in this collection of recipes for ramen, pho, udon, laksa, mohinga and tom yum by main ingredient: Vegetables, Fish and Seafood and Meat and Poultry. A helpful glossary of noodles, Asian ingredients and terms will help you get to grips with everything you need to know before embarking on the recipes for silky smooth, fragrant noodle soups. Typically there are four types of base broth for ramen: "shio" (salt), "shoyu" (soy), "tonkotsu" (pork) and miso, as well as a host of other styles from around Asia, including Vietnamese pho, Japanese udon, Malay laksa, Burmese mohinga, Cambodian num banh chok and Thai tom yum. Recipes include Miso Ramen Noodles with Stir-fried Vegetables, Mung Bean Vegetable Soup, Vegan Malaysian Steamboat, Spicy Noodle Seafood Broth, Crab, Tomato and Omelette Soup, Vermicelli Soup with River Fish, Chicken Laksa, Shio Ramen with Pork and Eggs, Beef Pho and Spicy Soba with Chicken and Vegetables. There are endless possibilities for flavouring these hot, spicy, sweet or smooth noodle soups.

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From the beaches of Baja and Cancun to the mountains of the Sierra Madre, Mexico has an incredible variety of vibrant flavours to offer. All of this rich culinary culture has inspired Benito's Hat's delicious burritos, tacos, soups and salads. Ben Fordham and Mexican chef Felipe have created a cookbook offering their favourite dishes from their restaurants, plus many more from Felipe's collection of authentic recipes. You'll find Starters; Soups & Salads; Main Dishes; Side Dishes; Salsas; Desserts; and Drinks. Mouth-watering recipes include guacamole with homemade corn tortilla chips, burritos with beef birria, pico de gallo and salsa brava, tacos with prawns and paprika, refried beans with chorizo, Mexican flan, ice cold margaritas and refreshing non-alcoholic juices.

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This collection of foolproof Indian recipes by Nitisha Patel offers ideas for Street Food and Snacks, Curries, Foods for Feasts, Vegetarian Dishes, Rice, Chutneys and Raitas, as well as lightly spiced, often fruity Desserts. Magical spice powders, sizzling dried whole spices, noisy popping saucepans, aromatic smells, colourful foods... this is what sums up great home-cooked Indian food. In this book, Nitisha walks you through a myriad of spices to understand how each one adds flavour, as well as how they complement each other for different dishes. Most traditional Indian dishes incorporate the use of various different purees, pastes and spice blends. They all contribute to different functions of a dish whether that be aroma, flavour, taste, texture, mouth feel or appearance, and so she begins by setting out the basic pastes, purees, masalas and toppings that can be used throughout the book. The excitement, freshness and snack-friendly appeal of street food leads to an explosive mixture of flavours in recipes for Fish Pakoras, Smokin' Fiery Chicken Wings, Batata Vadas (deep-fried spiced potato), Samosa Chaat and Dhokla Muffins. The beauty of curry is that nothing defines what makes a good curry - recipes vary meaning that the possibilities are endless. Nitisha's recipes for curry include Keralan King Prawn Curry, Uncle Rambo's Goat Curry, Paneer Kadhai and Gosht Aloo Saag Masala. Celebratory dishes are also here, with Masala Grilled Lobster, Tandoori Spatchcock Poussin and Hariyali Salmon. While vegetarian dishes are great as sides and main meals: try a variety of dhals, Channa Masala, and Pili Pili Chips. And if all that wasn't feast enough, finish up with some sweet treats, such as Pistachio and Rose Water Ice Cream, and Mango and Mint Kulfi.

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Louise Avery began brewing kombucha in 2010 as part of a self-sufficient and healthy lifestyle, living on a Scottish Island in the Hebrides, simply because she loved its unique and moreish taste. Now she is one of London's best-connected kombucha producers and the owner of Lois and the Living Teas. Here she reveals her tried-and-tested recipes that use the freshest produce to create truly delicious cold teas. Starting with an introduction to kombucha, Louise offers information on the types of tea you can use to flavour your kombucha, the health benefits of drinking it, the essential equipment you will need to brew your own and the dos and don'ts when it comes to selecting other ingredients. Following this, she presents a step-by-step basic process for brewing kombucha, bottling and storing and controlling the yeast. Recipes are then organized by type of base: Fruit, with recipes for Blood Orangeade, Pear and Ginger, Pomegranate and Lime, a Cranberry Cleanse and Blueberry Lemonade; Vegetable, including Sour Rhubarb Fizz, Striped Candy Beetroot and Lime, and a Virgin Mary. Next up, Flower has ideas for Hibiscus Kombucha, Rose Petal Tea, Lavender Love and a Hoppy Pale Ale, while Herb, Spice and Tea is where things heat up with Lemongrass Tea and two Turmeric Immune Boosters as well as Jasmine Kombucha and a Lychee Basil "Mojito". You'll be spoilt for choice for ways to flavour this health-giving drink.

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Nothing says pure indulgence like supping a creamy chocolate thickshake through a stripy straw, the ice cream melting and oozing down the side of a cool soda glass. Or perhaps your guilty pleasure is a frothy ice-cold frappe or a fizzy float? Now you can enjoy an authentic soda fountain experience at home. Take a masterclass in making a range of syrups before you dive into the Classic recipes, which include a retro Cream Soda Float, a Banana Caramel Milkshake, and a deliciously thick Vanilla Malt Shake. For a lighter option, turn to the Fruity chapter which is full of brilliant blends: from a refreshing Watermelon Cooler to a delicate Apple Snow Shake. Fun recipes are perfect for the child in all of us - from a cute Doughnut or Raspberry Ripple Float to a Honeycomb Shake - while Indulgent recipes are for milkshakes which have definitely grown-up! Sip a sweet Salted Caramel Shake, a decadent Chocolate Cherry Freeze, or a fragrant Rose Dream. Whatever your choice, remember that shakes are not just for summer, they make a perfect treat or dessert for those happy days all year round!

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Quirky, colourful and fun projects for pre-school kids and their parents to make together. Small children love crafting and creating, and it's educational as well as enjoyable - crafting can help develop fine motor skills and teaches small children to follow instructions and work alongside someone else. Kate Lilley's hugely popular blog, Minieco, grew out of her desire to teach her own kids to be resourceful and use what's around them for creative play. Parents and kids alike will love the 35 bold, colourful projects featured in the book and divided into sections that include Music, Nature, Sewing, Science and Recycling Bin. The final section contains a list of 50 quick boredom busters that harassed parents can pull out of the bag in an emergency!

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Falafel are an ancient Middle Eastern food originally made with broad beans or chickpeas, which are crushed and mixed with herbs and spices and moulded into patties. They are then traditionally served in pitta bread pockets with salad and dips such as hummus, tzatziki or tahini sauce. The rest of the world have since caught on to the delights of falafel, and chickpea patties have steadily been becoming the darlings of vegans and vegetarians, picnic goers, festival food trucks and supermarket delis since the early 2000s. It's not hard to see why: quick, easy and inexpensive for home-cooks to make, they also fall into that wondrous overlapping category of being crave-worthy and satisfying (up there with chips and other such savoury morsels) as well as nutritious and fairly low in fat. What's more, chickpeas are a brilliant source of protein for those who don't eat meat. They are rich in fibre, as well as nutrients manganese and folate. But the health benefits don't stop with chickpeas - modern falafel are often made with added vegetables, nuts and seeds, lentils, or other grains and legumes, as are many in this book. In the Fried section try the Fennel & Lemon Scented Falafel or Juicy Brown Rice Faux-lafel. In the Baked chapter find Crunchy Sesame Falafel or Falafel Croquettes. The Raw section offers snacks such as tasty Mediterranean Seed Falafel, which are packed with good stuff, and very low fat. For something more substantial try curries, casseroles, burgers and salads in the Meals chapter. Lastly, whip up Sauces & Dips such as Spicy Avocado or Home-made Tahini Sauce in the to perfectly complement your patties. The savoury taste and filling texture of falafel means they are great in a wide range of dishes. Falafel forever is for the falafel-obsessed as well as people who are new to trying this delicious dish in all its various forms.

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Sample the best of British with this one-stop guide to traditional British fare. Pies, roasts, casseroles and teatime treats - all the old favourites are here. Take inspiration from Soups, Starters and Snacks, and make a Leek and Potato Soup to warm you up on a cold winter's day. Tuck into an authentic Fish Supper from the Fish chapter and imagine yourself on a windy pier on the southern coast of England. Poultry and Game is full of hearty main courses. Nothing beats a Traditional Roast Turkey complete with all the trimmings or some succulent Marinated Roast Venison. For an unbeatable Meat dinner, devote some time to making a favourite Sunday lunch - Rolled Pork Roast. No wholesome meal would be complete without something On the Side. Try some crunchy Roast Potatoes or Yorkshire Puddings. End your authentic dinner with a comforting Bread and Butter Pudding from the Desserts chapter. Then for Teatime - the epitome of British culinary tradition - make some Scones with Clotted Cream and Strawberry Jam. Finally, fill your Pantry with essentials, such as Plum Chutney and Lemon Curd.