Quilted Pages

Quilted Pages

Author: Allyson Allen

Publisher:

Published: 2013-04-01

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 9781621372592

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Quilted Pages is original, vibrant, and visually stunning This colorful photo book catalogues quilts and fiber art pieces from three nationally exhibited collections by Master Quilt Artist & Storyteller, Allyson Allen. The book features dozens of imaginative and inspiring quilts that are woven together with trivia, history, folklore and a few unexpected embellishments stitched in. Not your Grannys quilts, they are off the bed transitioning them from craftwork to fine art. These quilts strike a surprisingly deliberate balance between traditional and contemporary quilting. Many of the pieces feature fabrics from Africa, Australia, and the Caribbean, highlighting the beautiful connections between the cloth and the cultures. Ms. Allens Story Art quilts are in the genre of information art and the stories shes included with these quilts are thoughtful, fun, and engaging for readers of all ages. Quilted Pages is a wonderful gift for quilt lovers and a beautiful addition to any collectors library


The Italian Ballerina

The Italian Ballerina

Author: Kristy Cambron

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2022-07-12

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 0785232206

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

At the height of the Nazi occupation of Rome, an unlikely band of heroes comes together to save innocent lives in this breathtaking World War II novel based on real historical events. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Ariel Lawhon. Rome, 1943. With the fall of Italy's Fascist government and the Nazi regime occupying the streets of Rome, British ballerina Julia Bradbury is stranded and forced to take refuge at a hospital on Tiber Island. But when she learns of a deadly sickness sweeping through the quarantine wards--a fake disease known only as Syndrome K--she is drawn into one of the greatest cons in history. Alongside hospital staff, friars of the adjoining church, and two Allied medics, Julia risks everything to rescue Jewish Italians from the deadly clutches of the Holocaust. Soon a little girl who dreams of becoming a ballerina arrives at their door, and Julia is determined to reunite the young dancer with her family--if only she would reveal one crucial secret: her name. Present Day. Delaney Coleman recently lost her grandfather--a beloved small-town doctor and World War II veteran, so she returns home to help her aging parents. When a mysterious Italian woman reaches out claiming to own one of the family's precious heirlooms, Delaney is compelled to travel to Italy and uncover the truth of her grandfather's hidden past. With the help of the woman's skeptical but charming grandson, Delaney learns of a Roman hospital that saved hundreds of Jewish people during the war. Soon, everything Delaney thought she knew about her grandfather comes into question. Based on true accounts of the invented Syndrome K sickness, The Italian Ballerina journeys from the Allied storming of the beaches at Salerno to the London ballet stage and the war-torn streets of World War II Rome, exploring the sometimes heart-wrenching choices we must make to find faith and forgiveness, and how saving a single life can impact countless others.


Lauren Conrad Style

Lauren Conrad Style

Author: Lauren Conrad

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 0007395213

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

American television personality and fashion designer Lauren Conrad provides fashion tips and advice to create an individual style, featuring full-color photographs, and covering hair, cosmetics, clothing, and related topics.


Timothy of the Cay

Timothy of the Cay

Author: Theodore Taylor

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 9780152063207

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

A companion to Taylor's bestselling modern classic "The Cay," this prequel-sequel tells the rest of the story of Phillip, a young white boy, and Timothy, an old black man, who become stranded on a small sandy cay in the Caribbean.


A Good Drink

A Good Drink

Author: Shanna Farrell

Publisher: Island Press

Published: 2021-09-16

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1642831433

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

"In A Good Drink, Farrell goes in search of the bars, distillers, and farmers who are driving a transformation to sustainable spirits. She meets mezcaleros in Guadalajara who are working to preserve traditional ways of producing mezcal, for the health of the local land, the wallets of the local farmers, and the culture of the community. She visits distillers in South Carolina who are bringing a rare variety of corn back from near extinction to make one of the most sought-after bourbons in the world. She meets a London bar owner who has eliminated individual bottles and ice, acculturating drinkers to a new definition of luxury."--Amazon.


101 Things to Love about Laguna Beach

101 Things to Love about Laguna Beach

Author: Sally Eastwood

Publisher:

Published: 2013-12-09

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780615870519

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

In 101 Things to Love About Laguna Beach, British transplants Sally Eastwood and Helen Polins-Jones have collaborated to create an illustrated love letter to their adopted hometown. Eastwood's prose and Polins-Jones's watercolor landscapes and motifs capture the beauty of Laguna Beach's coastline, canyons and wildlife, as well as its cultural heritage and community spirit. This whimsical guidebook is, in the words of the authors, "both for Laguna locals and all the visitors who come for a day, a week, or longer, who have also fallen in love with this unique town."


Magnolia Table

Magnolia Table

Author: Joanna Gaines

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2018-04-24

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 0062820168

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

#1 New York Times Bestseller Magnolia Table is infused with Joanna Gaines' warmth and passion for all things family, prepared and served straight from the heart of her home, with recipes inspired by dozens of Gaines family favorites and classic comfort selections from the couple's new Waco restaurant, Magnolia Table. Jo believes there's no better way to celebrate family and friendship than through the art of togetherness, celebrating tradition, and sharing a great meal. Magnolia Table includes 125 classic recipes—from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to small plates, snacks, and desserts—presenting a modern selection of American classics and personal family favorites. Complemented by her love for her garden, these dishes also incorporate homegrown, seasonal produce at the peak of its flavor. Inside Magnolia Table, you'll find recipes the whole family will enjoy, such as: Chicken Pot Pie Chocolate Chip Cookies Asparagus and Fontina Quiche Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon, Toasted Pecans, and Balsamic Reduction Peach Caprese Overnight French Toast White Cheddar Bisque Fried Chicken with Sticky Poppy Seed Jam Lemon Pie Mac and Cheese Full of personal stories and beautiful photos, Magnolia Table is an invitation to share a seat at the table with Joanna Gaines and her family.


Water+Ink Coloring Book Winter 2020

Water+Ink Coloring Book Winter 2020

Author: Kim Winberry

Publisher:

Published: 2019-07-22

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 9780359801930

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

I begin my paintings with a sketch and application of colorful/bright pigment and water to the paper. I disrupt the blends with salt or water, watching as one color blossoms in water, as another color starts to travel across the paper. I utilize India Ink to demarcate changes, also adding add swirls other artifacts, in the aim to achieve whimsy. My coloring books are my paintings! I run the paintings through filters and drop the color from them, leaving the lines so that you can add your own color. But wait, there's more... I've added an Augmented Reality component to this. Wonder what colors I used for that piece in the corner there? Take out your phone, download the Zappar app from your app store and "zap" the code. What happens? At the very least an image of the original painting will pop up and you can see what it looks like, side by side with the coloring page. Beyond that, you'll meet Mist, my liaison to the AR world. She will be a recurring character in all my AR work. Stay tuned and enjoy.


Private

Private

Author: Giancarlo Giammetti

Publisher: Editions Assouline

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 9781614281412

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Assouline presents the autobiography of Giancarlo Giammetti, Valentino's trusted business partner for fifty years. Beginning with his childhood in Rome under Nazi occupation and his chance meeting at a café with a certain rising fashion designer, Giammetti shares stories from his remarkable life. This beautiful collector's volume features in-depth interviews, recollections from his personal journals, and a curated selection of exclusive images from Giammetti's archive of 50,000 photos, vividly portraying the exciting world of fashion.