I Quit Plastics - And You Can Too. 60+ Lifestyle Recipes to Cut Waste, Live Clean and Change the World by Kate Nelson

$32.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

An inspiring and practical journey to quitting plastics. Kate Nelson has been disposable-plastic free for a decade. She started small- stopping her use of plastic bags and water bottles, refusing straws and carrying a reusable cup for takeaway coffee. But unhappy with how much plastic she still handled in her day-to-day life, she knew she had to do more. It took years, but Kate has developed effective strategies that others can easily adopt. I Quit Plastics is an inspiring and practical guide to reducing your use of plastics, packed with information, 'how-to's and tips to help you cook, clean, shop, wear and live plastic-free. Kate shows how to reduce your waste and live more simply and sustainably, no matter where you're starting from. With over 60 recipes covering nutrition, bodycare, hygiene and cleaning Kate Nelson provides the tools you need to make small personal changes that have lasting global impact. "I'm so excited that a book like this one has finally landed on our shelves! Since reading this amazing piece of writing, I've discovered many new ways to minimise my carbon footprint. The Plastic Free Mermaid is educating all of us on alternative ways to live that favour our health, happiness, land & oceans. I can't recommend this book highly enough." - Elyse Knowles, author of From Me to You- Living Life with Positivity, Passion and Purpose. ...Show more

Vario Stampsheet 3 Pockets VARIO3S 335 106 by Vario

$9.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Vario Stampsheet 2 Pocket Black Background 311049 by Vario

$9.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

The Less Waste, No Fuss Kitchen: Back-To-basics Kitchen Ideas to Fight Waste, Reduce Plastic and Make Great Food by Lindsay Miles

$29.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Our kitchens are ground zero when it comes to food waste, excess packaging and confusing ethical choices. What you buy, cook and eat has a much bigger impact than the bag you carry it in. Inspiring, practical and above all simple, The Less Waste No Fuss Kitchen is designed for busy people who want to ma ke changes without rethinking their whole lives.   Lindsay Miles, of Treading My Own Path and Less Stuff, will help you to: Avoid single-use packaging, even at the supermarket. Switch up your daily staples to reduce your carbon footprint. Make the most of your pantry, fridge and freezer to avoid food waste. Confidently adapt recipes to use what you have. There really might be such thing as a (waste) free lunch. ...Show more

Heart and Home: Rooms That Tell Stories by Linda O'Keeffe

$29.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Innovative tastemakers from the worlds of interior design, architecture, fashion, and art open their doors to show us how to fill our homes with personal flair. Heart and Home: Rooms That Tell Stories offers a panorama of the varieties of forward-looking interior design today--from an eclectic, book-fil led New York loft in a 1920s factory building to an updated and art-filled "Old Hollywood" estate in Beverly Hills to a supremely serene haveli in Udaipur, India, and more--but all imbued with character, originality, and personal meaning for their creative and visionary inhabitants, providing inspiration to us all. Author Linda O'Keeffe gives an intimate tour of the domiciles of some of the most celebrated and innovative figures in the worlds of interior design, architecture, fashion, and art. Here, home is defined as an emotionally arresting space that nurtures and inspires creative forces such as interior designer Kelly Wearstler; architects Calvin Tsao and Zack McKown; fashion designer Wolfgang Joop; John Jay, creative director of Wieden + Kennedy; antiques dealer Ray Azoulay; glassware designer Deborah Ehrlich and wood sculptor Christopher Kurtz; architect and interior designer Lee Ledbetter; and furniture and interior designers Gene Meyer and Frank de Biasi, among others. ...Show more

Secret Message Origami by Jane Cide

$16.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Taking inspiration from the centuries-old art of origami,Secret Message Origami empowers kids to create intricate disguised messages to share with friends! Easy-to-follow instructions allow anyone to construct origami folds to disguise secret messages to their friends. Write a phrase (or more!) on an o rigami sheet from the book, fold it using the super-secret technique, and pass it on to someone close to you! If they know your secret folds, they'll be able to see what you wrote. But for those who don't know the folds, they'll never guess what you're passing along! Illustrations by Jane Cide ...Show more

The Skill of Flower Arranging by MILNER GREGORY

$79.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

The Skill of Flower Arranging captures a lifetime of international decorating, demonstrating and judging experience and wisdom in one beautifully presented book, a must for all present and aspiring floral artists, designers and hobbyists of all skill levels. All aspects of flower arranging are covered i n a clear instructional and visual manner, in nearly 500 pages of floral wisdom. Gregory demonstrates simple arrangements for beginners and builds on the knowledge of intermediate and advanced artists to help them prepare complex and elaborate arrangements. One of the unique pleasures of this book is that it equips the reader to develop skills in handheld and container arrangements, as well as arrangements for weddings and funerals. This reliable and complete reference will become a treasured companion that floral artists will frequently turn to with great assurance and pleasure, while delighting in the beauty of the photographed arrangements. The Skill of Flower Arranging is filled with stunning photography and easy-to-follow diagrams detailing all aspects of flower arranging, including the symbolism of flowers, the use of colour and balance, and materials and equipment required. Basic through to advanced arrangements are covered, from vase and tabletop arrangements, through to baskets, boxes, corsages, and flowers for weddings and funerals. ...Show more

20 Cent Coin Collection 2017 by SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

$9.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

A 20 cent coin collection book that includes a description and background information about all 21 Australian commemorative 20 cent coins produced for circulation.

Decorative Ironwork by The Countryside Agency

$14.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself | Series: Cosira Ser.

In succession with Blacksmith's Craft and Wrought Ironwork, Decorative Ironwork is a facsimile edition of the original 1963 instruction manual for intermediate to advanced blacksmiths. By applying all previous techniques learned to forge and form the designs of 7 decorative iron grilles, each detailed l esson is intended to be closely studied in conjunction with one another. With step-by-step photography, helpful diagrams, and a convenient conversion chart, gain a deeper understanding of the craft with this final textbook. Once completed and mastered, this manual will arm you with vital skills that are applicable to the entire field of decorative ironwork. ...Show more

The Book of Forging - Basic Techniques and Examples by Karl Gissing

$44.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Ideal for beginners of those looking to brush up their skills, this quick-reference overview explains the basics of all aspects of blacksmithing. With more than 450 photos and a focus on only the most essential tools and equipment, it keeps the information simple for the beginner. Summaries cover the to ols of forging, their uses, and the essential equipment in the work space; the differences among free-form forging, drop forging, industrial, hot work, and cold work; the steps of the process, such as bending, joining, riveting, welding, chiseling off, and splitting; and the chemistry of iron and steel. The book also shows a gallery of 44 types of forged items, from hooks to tool handles, with comments on their forged features. AUTHOR: Karl Gissing is a master smith based in Europe. SELLING POINTS: * Perfect for beginners-focuses on all aspects of forging, with 450+ photos * Overview on tools, techniques, forging methods, and metal chemistry * Includes a gallery of 44 finished items for inspiration 452 colour images ...Show more

Beginner's Guide to DIY: Essential DIY Techniques for the First Timer by Jo Behari; Alison Winfield-Chislett

$26.99 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself

Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling in a professional If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance--you've come to the right place. Full of expert adv ice, this practical handbook features easy instructions for all the home DIY basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky board and much more. Beginner's Guide to DIY & Home Repair will provide first-time homeowners and renters with the basic skills and guidance to get the job done. This ultimate reference guide for the DIY novice offers help for anyone who has a busy working life but still wants to make their home look good--without spending a fortune. ...Show more

Stamps of Australia 16th Edition: The Stamp Collectors Reference Guide by Alan B. Pitt; Renniks; Michael Pitt (Editor)

$29.95 AUD

Category: Do It Yourself | Series: RENNIKS

This comprehensive guide to Australian stamps, now in its 16th edition, covers issues all the way up to 31/12/2018. Across these over 270 pages you will find: - Colonial Issues from 1850 onwards - Kangaroos & KGV Issues- Australian Stamps issued since 1913 - Perforated OS Issues - FRAMA issues- BCOF Issues- Australian Antarctic Territory - Numismatic & Medallion First Day Covers ...Show more