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Cool-Climate White Wine Oenology is dedicated exclusively to the technology and science of white still wines and sparkling base wines, as they are produced by the rapidly growing British wine industry and in countries with a similar climate

Topics covered include: -Reasons to make your own -Appetising recipe ideas -Preparing alcohol bases -How to optimise acetification -Different uses for vinegar in the home -Troubleshooting With over 200 illustrations, as well as recipes and practical instructions on the making and use of many different vinegars, this book is the ideal companion for all those who wish to learn about the many aspects of this versatile ingredient.

-Learning to communicate in your way dog understands -Why different types of aggression need different approaches -Taking time to build your own confidence as well as your dog's -Taking things slowly and avoiding confrontations

This practical guide considers everything you need to know, from the instrument's initial set up through to maintenance and repairs. An invaluable resource for beginners who want to learn to set up and look after their guitars, to aspiring and professional touring techs who want to work on other people's guitars.

The book covers the history and modern practice of trance as well as the methods of practice, including: -ecstatic ritual -drawing down the moon -sex magic -working with the spirits of the dead

By fully explaining how magic works, this volume makes numerous Wiccan practices approachable, including circle casting, raising energy, elemental work and drawing down the moon.

A practical, step-by-step guide to electroplating, guiding the reader through the entire process.

This book includes: A concise introduction to the practical considerations associated with the recording process Over 100 photos of the process of capturing sound Advice on recording vocals, guitars, pianos and drums, amongst other instruments A basic introduction to creative recording and re-amping as a way to enhance your production 'out of the box' Information for those working mainly 'in the box' with their chosen DAW and wanting to obtain knowledge of the recording process

Clear step-by-step instructions to over 16 projects which progress in difficulty. Practical advice on design and stitching, and tips on pitfalls to avoid. Informed detail on the projects, plus a lot of encouragement and good cheer. Over 600 illustrations support the text, including templates for the projects.

Pens - advises on the range of pens available Watercolours - looks at their unpredictable nature and how to use them dynamically Sketchbooks - encourages their use to capture observations and develop ideas Techniques - explains composition, perspective and white space Step by step demonstrations of pen and wash techniques

Tambour Beading is an in-depth guide to basic and more complex tambour techniques. It begins with the tambour chain stitch and then explains how to apply beads and sequins with the tambour hook. Over 1000 illustrations and clear thorough instructions. Advice on how to choose the best materials, how to tension your fabric and how to get started. Three practice projects combine into one design to help you master the tambour chain stitch and applying beads and sequins. Detailed information on tambour beading designs includes choosing colours, selecting materials and drawing designs. Seven final projects demonstrate the many applications of tambour beading and range in complexity from a simple design of a tweed cushion to an ambitious piece of summer flowers

Clear step-by-step explanations of the complete design process Describes the science behind the optical effects and some of the history of their discoveries Incorporates inspirational images from other weavers working in optical effects Projects range from plain weave through to advancing twills, featuring tied weaves such as summer and winter, taqueté and beiderwand, double cloth, colour-and-weave, shadow weave, and deflected double weave

Discover new levels of enquiry, curiosity, discovery and creativity whilst learning and practising new artistic skills Master a range of techniques for handling pencil, ink and watercolour, and learn how to choose the right sketchbook for the job Learn how to set up plant specimens for drawing both in the studio and the field Study step-by-step guides to create sketchbook pages which serve both art and science Enjoy fun, loose pen work and appreciate serious, scientific drawing and dissection

This practical handbook teaches you all the methods needed to make your own lampshades in a wide range of styles.

A practical guide with step-by-step tutorials, instructions in techniques, focus studies, mediums and finished artwork

The Triumph Spitfire Restoration Manual is for anyone who has a keen interest in owning a Triumph Spitfire but has limited mechanical experience. Including helpful project tips and notes, which pass on a multitude of trade secrets.

Building with flint includes sections on it's history and traditional uses, properties and applications as well as it's quirks and nuances.

Bring to life America's most amazing space projects that never were, using highly illustrated step-by-step guides.

This book helps readers to understand and recognize signs of pain and discomfort, taking appropriate measures to address and alleviate them.

With clear, step-by-step instructions and over 400 colour photographs, using this book, you will learn how to: - Carve simple shapes - Use templates - Build simple and more complex cake structures - Create textures - Sculpt with modelling chocolate - Work with armature wire With eight amazing cakes to carve, Creating Sculpted Cakes will provide you with the foundations and knowledge to go on and create incredible sculpted cakes for any occasion.

- A guide to tools and materials - Step-by-step instructions to get started - Projects to develop skills - Advice on more advanced techniques - Ideas for developing your own style

This book explains the technique which is now acclaimed and practiced widely in the West. Its popular success is partly because the process is entirely non-toxic and environmentally friendly, but also because it allies the certainties of woodcut with the nuance of watercolor. In so doing, it has opened up a whole new landscape for contemporary printmakers.

Featuring more than 200 colour photographs, this book covers the complete history of the Aston Martin Vanquish and DB9.

This book: Advises on safe handling procedures for dogs of all ages, Gives an understanding of the health and welfare of your dog, Discusses how important the grooming process is in bonding with your dog, Explains the correct choice of tools required and their maintenance, Provides guided instruction on a range of common breeds and a few rarer ones as well as demonstrating basic grooming methods such as clipping, scissoring and hand stripping.

The book is rooted in organic principles and covers: - Getting on the land - gaining the skills and setting up - How to maximise diversity and productivity at a range of scales - A crop-by-crop guide to the basics of growing quality produce - Selling and marketing your produce - The human element - managing staff, complexity, and avoiding burnout

Explains how to make fluid lines, marks and more advanced tonal shifts. Advises on techniques that give depth and texture to compositions. Gives extensive guidance on good printing technique using a press and hand burnishing methods. Includes chapters on still life, interiors, landscapes, portraits and figures, and animals. Showcases examples from leading wood engravers

Includes patterns for the key garments of a medieval man's wardrobe, with suggested style variations, covering over 150 years of men's fashion Information on the types, colour and patterns of fabrics and tools used in the period Detailed step-by-step instruction on historical sewing techniques, including pleating and quilting Advice on the essential finishing touches to medieval garments, including buttons, braids, dagging and breaking down Insights into the social context of each garment, including how and when they would be worn by wearers of different social levels.

Topics covered include -Structural repairs -Paintwork preparation and application -Engine and gearbox rebuilds -Internal re-trimming. -Component repair and refurbishment -Specific restoration techniques for convertible, Traveller and light commercial variants.

With around 180 stunning photos, topics covered include: -The origins of the breed and the development of the modern-day Whippet -Finding your puppy -Where to find the right trainer for you and your puppy, and what to expect -Breed characteristics and its suitability in taking part in a variety of disciplines -The Kennel Club's breed standard and the responsibilities of becoming an ethical breeder -The complete process of stud work, breeding a litter, and how to whelp and rear a litter

Written in Johnny Tipler's inimitable style, this book includes: -A detailed review of the Esprit's evolution, including the introduction of turbocharging -Interviews with key individuals involved with the Esprit, including Lotus CEO Mike Kimberley, Brian Angus, Alan Nobbs and Peter Stevens -Motorsport adaptations and successes including the SCCA championship victories -300 specially commissioned photographs and Lotus archive shots of Esprits under construction and in action