PREY   Thirty-two-year-old Angie Powell has always spoken her mind, but in the presence of Dare Callahan she nurses a simmering rage. After all, why give Dare the satisfaction of knowing he can push her buttons and push her to the edge? Three years ago, Dare returned home to rural...  more

PREY   Thirty-two-year-old Angie Powell has always spoken her mind, but in the presence of Dare Callahan she nurses a simmering rage. After all, why give Dare the satisfaction of knowing he can push her buttons and push her to the edge? Three years ago, Dare returned home to rural western Montana and opened a hunting business to rival Angie’s. Complicating matters is the fact that Dare has asked Angie out (not once but twice) and has given her a gift of butterflies in the process. Angie has no patience for butterflies. They only lead to foolish decisions. And now the infuriatingly handsome Iraq war vet has siphoned away Angie’s livelihood, forcing her to close up shop.  Before Angie is to leave town, she organizes one last trip into the wilderness with a client and his guest, who wants to bag a black bear. But the adrenaline-fueled adventure turns deadly when Angie witnesses a cold-blooded murder and finds herself on the wrong side of a loaded gun. Before the killer can tie up this attractive loose end, a bear comes crashing through the woods -- changing the dark game completely. Luckily, Dare is camping nearby and hears the shots. Forced together for their very survival, Angie and Dare must confront hard feelings, a blinding storm, and a growing attraction -- while being stalked by a desperate killer and a ferocious five-hundred-pound beast. And neither will stop until they reach their prey.  

Greg Heffley is in big trouble. School property has been damaged, and Greg is the prime suspect. But the crazy thing is, he’s innocent. Or at least sort of. The authorities are closing in, but when a surprise blizzard hits, the Heffley family is trapped indoors. Greg knows that when...  more

Greg Heffley is in big trouble. School property has been damaged, and Greg is the prime suspect. But the crazy thing is, he’s innocent. Or at least sort of. The authorities are closing in, but when a surprise blizzard hits, the Heffley family is trapped indoors. Greg knows that when the snow melts he’s going to have to face the music, but could any punishment be worse than being stuck inside with your family for the holidays?

Turn mountains of quilt tops into beautiful, finished projects-- faster than ever before! Twelve step-by-step lessons and companion projects from nine of today's top experts show you how to have fun with machine quilting.Discover the secrets to smooth stipple quilting and fluid free-motion...  more

Turn mountains of quilt tops into beautiful, finished projects-- faster than ever before! Twelve step-by-step lessons and companion projects from nine of today's top experts show you how to have fun with machine quilting.Discover the secrets to smooth stipple quilting and fluid free-motion quilting ... and create flowing feathered cables and delicate background stitches.Create perfectly smooth machine-guided curves and razor-sharp points ... and do exquisite machine quilting on beautiful wearables, bed quilts, and wall quilts-- the very first time you try!

8 1/2 x 11 412 color and 168 black-and-white illustrations US Distribution only crafts Nancy Johnson-Srebro blazes new trails in block design using the two easiest shapes in quilting! With super-simple rotary cutting and piecing techniques, Block Magic provides over 50 easy-to-complete block...  more

8 1/2 x 11 412 color and 168 black-and-white illustrations US Distribution only crafts Nancy Johnson-Srebro blazes new trails in block design using the two easiest shapes in quilting! With super-simple rotary cutting and piecing techniques, Block Magic provides over 50 easy-to-complete block patterns from clever to cute. These patterns are in four different sizes and include such topics as people and pets, holidays, toys, home, garden, and more. Hands-on tips and step-by-step instructions make sewing these blocks a breeze. Plus, Quilt Maps(tm) offer infinite ideas for mixing, matching, and embellishing blocks to create gorgeous, No-Fail(tm) quilt designs!

Ragged-edge quilts are a popular twist on the traditional quilt and with author Laura Farson’s revolutionary technique it’s easier than ever to create these fantastic floral looks! This new book features fully illustrated instructions for an exciting new sewing technique that makes...  more

Ragged-edge quilts are a popular twist on the traditional quilt and with author Laura Farson’s revolutionary technique it’s easier than ever to create these fantastic floral looks! This new book features fully illustrated instructions for an exciting new sewing technique that makes quilting projects even more fun. Both novice and experienced quilters will find more than 12 unique patterns for wall hangings, pillow covers, lap quilts, and bed quilts that are easy and fun to create. Eighteen projects are presented and include "Rinkels in Red," "Curly Blue Rings," and "Petals in Pink." Laura Farson has shared her timesaving sewing techniques with hundreds of other quilters. She is also the author of Fast-Folded Flowers: Time Saving Techniques for a Quilted Bouquet. • Easy-to-follow, detailed instructions and step-by-step illustrations • Minimal sewing and "quilt-as-you-go" technique makes these quick and easy projects attainable for any skill level • Gorgeous floral patterns to adorn your entire home

IF QUILTING IS IN YOUR HEART, YOU'LL WANT THIS BOOK IN YOUR HANDS. Attention quilters! You are in for the treat of a lifetime. This wonderful reference book includes: 505 new 4-inch-square pieced and appliqued block designs 36 projects -- quilts, table mats, tote bags,...  more

IF QUILTING IS IN YOUR HEART, YOU'LL WANT THIS BOOK IN YOUR HANDS. Attention quilters! You are in for the treat of a lifetime. This wonderful reference book includes: 505 new 4-inch-square pieced and appliqued block designs 36 projects -- quilts, table mats, tote bags, towels, and more Helpful step-by-step instructions Explicit diagrams to ensure success Tips from expert quilters A thorough index for quick reference. The projects are created using combinations of 4-inch blocks from the collection. To make stitching and finishing a breeze, all of the projects include a list of supplies, step-by-step instructions, and diagrams when needed.

illustrations and step-by-step instructions in clearly written guidebook, with directions for creating block and set variations, designing borders, drafting patterns, selecting fabrics, piecing quilt together and more. 12 full-color illustrations of completed quilts, including Star Gazing, Ashes...  more

illustrations and step-by-step instructions in clearly written guidebook, with directions for creating block and set variations, designing borders, drafting patterns, selecting fabrics, piecing quilt together and more. 12 full-color illustrations of completed quilts, including Star Gazing, Ashes of Roses, Angel?s Flight, Wheel of Fortune, Hopscotch, May Festival and more.

One of the top 10 quilting books in America, this book includes 17 quilts in cradle, crib, and twin sizes. many nursery accessories for making darling children's room. Exceptional collection!

The dogwood trees, which bloom in April in Kentucky, are favorite springtime blossoms. Now you can enjoy these beautiful blossoms all year long by making a quilt with the patterns in this book. Bonnie Browning, well-known quilting instructor and author of 'Borders & Finishing Touches' and...  more

The dogwood trees, which bloom in April in Kentucky, are favorite springtime blossoms. Now you can enjoy these beautiful blossoms all year long by making a quilt with the patterns in this book. Bonnie Browning, well-known quilting instructor and author of 'Borders & Finishing Touches' and 'Ribbons & Threads: Baltimore Style', has gathered both traditional and new patterns of flowering dogwoods. Whether you enjoy the familiar Dogwood Blossom design from the 1928 'Capper's Weekly', the newly designed Paducah Dogwood, or Signs of Spring blocks, you will find the full-size patterns and assembly diagrams easy to follow. Eleven patterns are included for every level of quilter, from beginner to advanced, using piecing and applique techniques. AUTHORBIO: Bonnie's mother taught her to sew as a child. She has been quilting since 1979, making her first quilt with blocks silk screened for an art class. Sharing her quilting knowledge, Bonnie conducts workshops for quilt groups and conferences across the country. She is a quilt judge, certified by NQA, and is qualified to judge master quilts. Her quilts, wallhangings, and clothing have been shown in galleries, museums, and quilt shows, winning numerous awards.

A worthy addition to every quilter's library, this book shows how time spent marking--from crosshatching to fans, features, and cables--pays off by increasing the longevity of a quilt. Included are eleven new quilting designs, tips about marking tools and templates, how to make quilting...  more

A worthy addition to every quilter's library, this book shows how time spent marking--from crosshatching to fans, features, and cables--pays off by increasing the longevity of a quilt. Included are eleven new quilting designs, tips about marking tools and templates, how to make quilting stencils, methods for preserving designs found in old quilts, techniques for determining proportions for grid quilting, and more. 120 color illustrations.

Piece O' Cake Designs presents a new collection of traditional America quilts re-invented in wonderful woven plaids and stripes! Designers Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins have updated these favorites with contemporary colors and other sweet Piece O' Cake touches. Bet you can't make...  more

Piece O' Cake Designs presents a new collection of traditional America quilts re-invented in wonderful woven plaids and stripes! Designers Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins have updated these favorites with contemporary colors and other sweet Piece O' Cake touches. Bet you can't make just one - they're irresistible! 9 quilt projects in a mix of appliqué, piecing, and foundation piecing patterns. Choose from delectable designs such as Pretty in Plaid, Royal Plumes, and Neapolitan Nights. Tips from Becky and Linda on working with plaids and stripes. Instructions for each technique to help you get started right away!

Knitting is hot, with 4 million newcomers in the last few years joining a core group of 38,000,000 knitters nationwide. And these are primarily young, creative, connected chicks with sticks who are coming together in living rooms, knitting cafes, and chic yarn stores, and making everything from...  more

Knitting is hot, with 4 million newcomers in the last few years joining a core group of 38,000,000 knitters nationwide. And these are primarily young, creative, connected chicks with sticks who are coming together in living rooms, knitting cafes, and chic yarn stores, and making everything from funky hats to bikinis.In Stitch 'n Bitch, Debbie Stoller-founder of the first Stitch 'n Bitch knitting group in New York City-covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting-together lifestyle: the how-to, the when-to, the what-to, the why-to. Writing with wit and attitude (The Knitty-Gritty, Blocking for Blockheads), she explains the different types of needles and yarns (and sheep, too) and all the techniques from basic to fancy, knit to purl to cast-off. She also shares her special brand of corrective surgery for when things go wrong, and offers fun and informative sidebars on such topics as how to find the best yarn for less, how to make a buttonhole, knitting etiquette, and what tools to keep in your knitting bag. At the heart of the book are forty stylish patterns: Alien Scarf, Big Bad Baby Blanky, Mohair Hoodie, Kitty and Devil Hat, Cell Phone Cozy, and Wonder Woman Bikini. And for anyone interested: how to start a Stitch 'n Bitch group.

Learn to pamper friends and loved ones with lavish and fun knitted gifts. Projects are broken down into four different categories by style and include hats, mittens, purses, wraps, tops, sweaters, and socks—all of which are simple to make and require minimal yarn. Tips are provided for...  more

Learn to pamper friends and loved ones with lavish and fun knitted gifts. Projects are broken down into four different categories by style and include hats, mittens, purses, wraps, tops, sweaters, and socks—all of which are simple to make and require minimal yarn. Tips are provided for embellishing each project with different fabrics, edgings, and stitching patterns, making personalization easy, even for novices. Beautiful photographs and color illustrations detailing how to create each piece, as well as contemporary designs and small, quick projects make this guide a must-have for the gift-giving knitter.

Today, an ancient and venerable hobby is gaining popularity among kids. It's the craft of knitting! These days, our youngest knitters are discovering that they can do it anywhere, and make everything from handbags and belts to scarves, hats, sweaters, bracelets, and fun toys. Starting with...  more

Today, an ancient and venerable hobby is gaining popularity among kids. It's the craft of knitting! These days, our youngest knitters are discovering that they can do it anywhere, and make everything from handbags and belts to scarves, hats, sweaters, bracelets, and fun toys. Starting with simple finger knitting, the author goes on to instruct on how to use straight and circular needles as kids master a variety of different stitches. Clear, full-color, step-by-step line art is supplemented with color photos of finished pieces. Kids will also find information on knitting materials and equipment along with methods for knitting different shapes. The author gives directions for completing sixteen projects, including a funny-face drawstring bag, a super-size name scarf, a matching head scarf and belt, dolls with floppy arms and legs, a plaid poncho, and even a cozy mohair-and-wool sweater. Here's the latest, greatest kids' craze--and here's an easy and fun way to start knitting.

From whimsical to sophisticated, these 25 knit and crochet projects from Lion Brand Yarn Company are sure to please. Choose from decorator pillows, cozy blankets, home accessories -even fancy duds for 4-legged friends.

By her own admission, Teva Durham used to be a “knit snob.” No longer. Now, the influential needlecraft guru has become a “two-timer,” bringing the same ingenuity, innovative eye, and solid fashion sense that she's always exhibited in her knitting design to the world of...  more

By her own admission, Teva Durham used to be a “knit snob.” No longer. Now, the influential needlecraft guru has become a “two-timer,” bringing the same ingenuity, innovative eye, and solid fashion sense that she's always exhibited in her knitting design to the world of crochet. In Loop-d-Loop Crochet, Durham presents more than 25 designs that are as up-to-the-minute, style-wise, as they are thoroughly steeped in crochet stitchwork tradition. Each of the projects, which range from purses, skirts, shawls, and sweaters for the whole family to a hammock and a pair of brocade boots, epitomizes Durham's signature design sensibility, which she describes as “a tension of opposites—rough-hewn yet delicate, stark yet feminine, organic yet structured.” Decked out in evocative color photographs (by Adrian Buckmaster), a diverse cast of models show off the finished garments. Beginner and advanced crocheters will find Durham's novel approach refreshing and inspiring. And for newcomers just making the switch from knitting, Loop-d-Loop Crochet provides the perfect introduction to what Durham terms the “flip side” of needlecraft's heritage. Crochet is a freeing experience, Durham says—a sentiment with which her many fans are certain to agree.

This book can teach you to draw even though you feel you have little talent and doubt you could ever learn. If you enjoy drawing but never have been able to get much beyond a childlike level, this book will show you how to gain the skill you have always wanted. If you are already drawing as a...  more

This book can teach you to draw even though you feel you have little talent and doubt you could ever learn. If you enjoy drawing but never have been able to get much beyond a childlike level, this book will show you how to gain the skill you have always wanted. If you are already drawing as a professional artist or as an artist-in-training, this book will give you greater confidence in your ability and will deepen your artistic perceptions. Applying recent discoveries in brain research to the teaching of drawing skills, Dr. Betty Edwards presents a set of basic exercises designed to release creative potential and tap into the special drawing abilities of the right half of the brain. Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain can teach anyone to draw -- well.

Accessible and not weighed down by specific techniques, this project collection is full of designs for home accessories, toys, totes, and clothes that are stylishly feminine and contemporary. Unique photographs and designs inspire modern homemakers and crafters alike to pick up a needle and...  more

Accessible and not weighed down by specific techniques, this project collection is full of designs for home accessories, toys, totes, and clothes that are stylishly feminine and contemporary. Unique photographs and designs inspire modern homemakers and crafters alike to pick up a needle and thread and get sewing right away. All the patterns include a complete list of materials, a clear set of instructions, and diagrams where needed. Ideas for how to mix and match colors and fabrics for different styles provide endless possibilities for adding homemade touches to any decor. A section of handy sewing tips and patterns are supplied on a fold-out sheet at the back of the book.

Simple Stitches: the needlearts series for the modern beginner! New sewers can be stitching in no time, building their skills to create any of 25 fabulous projects. With the help of informative how-to-photography, novices can learn the basic techniques, from using templates to adding binding and...  more

Simple Stitches: the needlearts series for the modern beginner! New sewers can be stitching in no time, building their skills to create any of 25 fabulous projects. With the help of informative how-to-photography, novices can learn the basic techniques, from using templates to adding binding and piping. Projects include simple home décor items (such as cushions and a cheery buttoned blind) to thoughtful gifts (like a potpourri sachet and a journal cover). CHERYL OWEN is an author and experienced crafter, dressmaker, fashion designer, and embroiderer. She lives in the UK.

Sewers love clothes - 80 percent of American sewers create garments, with 31 percent using their sewing skills to embellish ready-to-wear items. Wearable art is a work in progress that sewers, quilters, and crafters of any skill level can tap into to change what you own, and create ...  more

Sewers love clothes - 80 percent of American sewers create garments, with 31 percent using their sewing skills to embellish ready-to-wear items. Wearable art is a work in progress that sewers, quilters, and crafters of any skill level can tap into to change what you own, and create one-of-a-kind fashions. Altered Artwear With Wearable Style teaches you how to create denim bags, scarves, and hats from a pair of jeans you already own; use belts as purse straps; transform jeans into skirts, tablecloths into vests and design a whole new world with painted text, swipes of metallic color, and textured fibers.

Full-color photographs on every page show you how to achieve perfect fit in everything you sew. No matter how your figure varies from the standard measurements used for commercial patterns, with The Perfect Fit as your guide you'll learn to select and adjust patterns for your personal shape.

A is for adorable and amazingly irresistible and incredibly attractive: who would have imagined that the apron, that charming and nostalgic symbol of domesticity, would become today’s must-have home accessory? But it most certainly is, as stitchers and crafters flock to these creative...  more

A is for adorable and amazingly irresistible and incredibly attractive: who would have imagined that the apron, that charming and nostalgic symbol of domesticity, would become today’s must-have home accessory? But it most certainly is, as stitchers and crafters flock to these creative canvases as the perfect vehicle for showcasing fabulous fabric, simple embellishments, and novel ideas. These ingenious projects—from ultra-feminine and vintage chic to whimsical color-play—include waist and bib aprons, pinafores, smocks, cobblers, and even something for the pint-sized cook. All of the projects are photographed in a playful style. And templates, sewing basics, and quick and easy projects for sprucing up store-bought aprons and whipping up aprons from recycled materials are here too!

Splendid selection of 210 black-and-white inventions from legendary designer’s productions for Harper’s Bazar, 1918–32. Also, 8pp. of full-color covers, originals now prized collector’s items. Captions. Publisher’s Note.

Secrets of the ready-to-wear industry are revealed, including their fitting and finishing techniques. Lay Flat Hidden Spiral Binding.

Behind-the-scenes tips from the top designers with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Spiral Bound.

Chapter 1. Equipment, Techniques Chapter 2. Materials Chapter 3. Basic Sewing Chapter 4. Slips, Straps Chapter 5. Panties Chapter 6. Gowns Chapter 7. Yokes, collars, sleeves Chapter 8. Peignoirs, Scuffs Chapter 9. Girdles

The definitive guide to Lone Star cookery, with over 400 recipes.

Argentinean Veal and Chicken Kebabs. Balinese Prawn SatSs and Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Sesame Dipping Sauce. Mexico's Yucatan-Style Grilled Fish, Italy's famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Senegalese Grilled Chicken with Lemon Mustard Sauce, and the best Memphis Ribs, Texas-Style Barbecued...  more

Argentinean Veal and Chicken Kebabs. Balinese Prawn SatSs and Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Sesame Dipping Sauce. Mexico's Yucatan-Style Grilled Fish, Italy's famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Senegalese Grilled Chicken with Lemon Mustard Sauce, and the best Memphis Ribs, Texas-Style Barbecued Brisket, and North Carolina Pulled Pork ever. Plus grilled sides, grilled starters, grilled desserts, The Ten Secrets of Perfect Grilling, and master recipes for steak, chicken, fish, and vegetables. Written by Steven Raichlen, the multi-award-winning cookbook author whose boundless enthusiasm took him 150,000 miles across 5 continents to discover the world's best grilled food, The Barbeque Bible! (over 310,000 copies in print) is a 512-page celebration of sizzle, smoke, secret sauces, and everything we love about cooking over fire. Main Selection of the Book-of-the-Month Club's Good Cook Club. Winner of a 1998 IACP/Julia Child Cookbook Award.

Offered as guide, counselor, and aid to new homeowners eager to start planting... No one is too young or too old to start gardening....

Designs are simple and versatile enough to make pillows, banners, book covers, and small quilts. Get instructions on equipment, 12 different stitches, and fabrics, threads, and battings, as well as tips on the pattern and placement diagrams. “Beautiful illustrations...a wealth of design...  more

Designs are simple and versatile enough to make pillows, banners, book covers, and small quilts. Get instructions on equipment, 12 different stitches, and fabrics, threads, and battings, as well as tips on the pattern and placement diagrams. “Beautiful illustrations...a wealth of design ideas and concepts...ideal for making last-minute gifts that will be treasured for years.”—Clever Craft & Sewing.

Add dimension to your crafts--and complete a range of wonderful applique projects in just two hours. Start with the basic techniques, such as making and transferring patterns, and cutting out motifs. Choose from reverse, turned-edge, shadow, and padded applique. Then go through an assortment of...  more

Add dimension to your crafts--and complete a range of wonderful applique projects in just two hours. Start with the basic techniques, such as making and transferring patterns, and cutting out motifs. Choose from reverse, turned-edge, shadow, and padded applique. Then go through an assortment of traditional design ideas--birdhouses, snowmen, watermelon, animals, stars, and more. Frame them, stitch them onto decorative hand towels, use them to adorn sweatshirts, make terrific totes, and even hang them on a Christmas tree. Broaden your horizons with dimensional ribbon, painted, and mixed media applique, and experiment with non-fabric backgrounds. There's no end to what you can do! 128 pages, 8 1/2 x 11. NEW IN PAPERBACK.

What could be more personal than a holiday gift you make yourself with just the right words to convey your heartfelt wishes! Choose from 40 quilted holiday projects that are quick and easy to make. Follow the tips for finding supplies around the house and selecting fabrics that convey the...  more

What could be more personal than a holiday gift you make yourself with just the right words to convey your heartfelt wishes! Choose from 40 quilted holiday projects that are quick and easy to make. Follow the tips for finding supplies around the house and selecting fabrics that convey the mood you want to express. There’s a nine-step how-to section that will work for every project. Find even more ways to personalize each project with the handy tips on tea dyeing, blocking patterns and making alterations, fusing pieces, making overlays, and much more. Then see what inspires and intrigues you most: Maybe it’s the hilarious cats who wish everybody a “Meowy Christmas” from their perch on a stuffed pillow. Or the letters P-E-A-C-E in quilted fabrics, A tender message that “Angels remind you that you are enough” placed on a pillow. An endearing primitive landscape called “Snowbound.” A Raggedy Angel who says, “I bring warm wishes for thee with love from me.” Whatever the mood, whatever the message, you’re sure to find the perfect gift solution on these pages.

This whimsical collection of colloquialisms entertains intermediate students while providing insight into Spanish-language idioms, customs, and humor. Grouped according to theme--from Nuestros amigos los animales to Hablando del cuerpo to Algo en que pensar--the idioms are illustrated with...  more

This whimsical collection of colloquialisms entertains intermediate students while providing insight into Spanish-language idioms, customs, and humor. Grouped according to theme--from Nuestros amigos los animales to Hablando del cuerpo to Algo en que pensar--the idioms are illustrated with humorous cartoons that provide a key to understanding the literal and real meanings.

This grammar reference is an ideal companion to any language course and provides quick reference of unfamiliar terms and structures.

The Hellion, Separate Beds and Hummingbird. First time ever in hardcover! Three passionate romance novels in one volume from the New York Times bestselling "Gatekeeper of Romance". Her fans adore her and keep her sitting pretty on the bestseller lists.

People magazine declared that "[Nora Roberts] is at the top of her game," and there's no greater evidence of that than these three novels. From the horse farms of Virginia to the rugged beauty of Montana to an island off the coast of Georgia, these novels showcase Nora Roberts's talents for...  more

People magazine declared that "[Nora Roberts] is at the top of her game," and there's no greater evidence of that than these three novels. From the horse farms of Virginia to the rugged beauty of Montana to an island off the coast of Georgia, these novels showcase Nora Roberts's talents for intense drama, vivid characters, and fast-paced suspense.

With drugs and toxins being a major concern of the American nation, L. Ron Hubbard's newest self-help book gives suggestions for dealing with the effects of drugs and toxins.

Get the straight facts about how radiation is affecting you and your body. What is radiation? What are the real dangers of radiation? Can you keep yourself healthy if exposed to radiation? Can you safeguard your family against radiation ? What should you do in the event of radioactive...  more

Get the straight facts about how radiation is affecting you and your body. What is radiation? What are the real dangers of radiation? Can you keep yourself healthy if exposed to radiation? Can you safeguard your family against radiation ? What should you do in the event of radioactive fallout? In All About Radiation, best-selling self improvement author L. Ron Hubbard presents clear, concise data about radiation and its effects-data you can use to deal with one of today's most serious health threats.