Magic Books & Paper Toys: Flip Books, E-Z Pop-Ups & Other Paper Playthings to Amaze & Delight

Todd Triplett

The Complete Guide to Small Game Taxidermy: How to Work with Squirrels, Varmints, and Predators

There are plenty of books on taxidermy, but none covers small game with the learning and depth of THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SMALL GAME TAXIDERMY. Drawing on generations of experience, the author covers all aspects of the art. From proper field care and tanning to crafting life-size mounts, this book will help any individual to approach master status. Chapters cover topics like basic base building, making a life-size bobcat mount, and more. The author relates a lifetime of invaluable tips on the subtle arts of the ear and mouth--when to choose open and when to choose closed--and why field care is where good taxidermy starts. Whether the reader is pursuing taxidermy as a hobby or a profession, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SMALL GAME TAXIDERMY will prove an invaluable guide.

Bill Phillips

The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing

@lt;b@gt;Featuring an all-new test for the RPL exam!@lt;p@gt;THE MOST COMPLETE LOCKSMITHING GUIDE YOU CAN FIND@lt;/b@gt;@lt;br@gt;Whether you want to learn lockpicking or locksmithing -- or want to choose locks that are virtually impossible to defeat -- Bill Phillips' classic @lt;i@gt;The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing@lt;/i@gt; is perfect. For years the top reference in the field, this book suits everyone from beginners who want to master techniques step by illustrated step, to pros who need an up-to-date, all-inclusive shop manual. This an insider's guide to every facet of the world of mechanical security.@lt;p@gt;Great for independent or classroom study, the Sixth Edition features: @lt;ul@gt;@lt;li@gt;Comprehensive illustrated coverage from a master locksmith@lt;li@gt;The perfect tool for teaching yourself lockpicking and lock fixing@lt;li@gt;Buying and selling safes@lt;li@gt;Coverage of electronic and high-security mechanical locks@lt;li@gt;Auto lock opening and servicing how-to's@lt;li@gt;Lockmaking instructions@lt;li@gt;An all new registered professional locksmith exam@lt;li@gt;Lists of tool and equipment sources@lt;li@gt;PLUS NEW instruction on key impressioning; ...

Margaret B. Krohn, Phyllis W. Schwebke

How to Sew Leather, Suede, Fur

The perfect guide for sewers looking to increase and strengthen their skills, this book provides drawings, photographs, and step-by-step instructions for creating new pieces out of suede, leather, and fur. With over 250 drawings and photographs included, this complete guide for home sewers includes all the instructions needed to make leather jackers, mink coats, shirts, vests, stoles, capes, and more! How to Sew Leather, Suede, Fur shares practical and detailed insight on the techniques of sewing with skins and furs. From pre-sewing operations to finishing touches, this book provides illustrated instructions for every step in created luxurious garments.