"This colorful book guides the reader through all the possible incarnations of the tote bag, from children's bags and simple grocery totes to stylish shoulder bags in contemporary fabrics, with patterns ranging from the fun to the functional. With more than 30 projects complete with colorful photos and full-size patterns, this book imparts lots of useful tips to help you achieve a truly professional finish. "--

A how-to manual for sewing beginners covers how to choose and use equipment and materials, laying out fabrics and patterns, and tricks and advice for cutting and sewing.

Go beyond the basic t-shirt with this go-to guide for tie-dye success—includes twenty projects including loungewear, home décor, and more! Take tie dye to the next level with this in-depth visual guide! Beginners and those looking for new ideas and inspiration can find everything they need to know for all things tie dye in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format. Capture bursts of color in intricate waves and patterns with expert tips from the women behind The Pretty Life Girls website, who show you how to: Move beyond the basics with tie-dye swimsuits, wall art, socks, shoes, pillows, and much more Start simple with standard binding patterns, and then build to more advanced techniques Create twenty projects with step-by-step instructions Learn more advanced techniques such as reverse tie-dye, ice dyeing, and more

Indulge your love of stylish handcrafted bags with this crafting guide featuring twelve easy-to-make sewing patterns for totes, handbags, and more! You can never have too many bags and this collection from Melly McNeice is the perfect inspiration to make a few more! SewCutetoCarryis packed with bag designs for all occasions—including totes, clutch bags and handbags, as well as more practical items like the ‘sleepover’ bag, back pack and ubiquitous nappy changing bag. All the patterns have step-by-step diagrams for easy piecing. There’s also a general techniques section explaining the tools and equipment you’ll need to get started.

Haley Randolph's new job as a corporate events coordinator suits her like classic Chanel--as long as no one finds out her only degree is from bartending school. But then again, trouble's always afoot in the life of this amateur sleuth/professional fashionista...On Haley's first day on the job, she finds the chief of security--who was performing Haley's background check--bludgeoned in her office. Naturally, the police peg Haley as their prime suspect, so she'll need to shop around on her own for some guilt-proof clues. Especially since some of the other recent hires at the company also have something to hide...One of her new co-workers leads a double life--as in two wives and two sets of children. Another makes secretive, unexplained trips out of the country. Between her many investigations, the new high-pressure job, and her just-moved-in boyfriend, there's almost no time for the most important thing in Haley's life: maxing out her credit card. And it seems the company's squeaky-clean image is covering a lot of dirty truths. Though Haley's turning up a grab bag of suspects while squeezing in a few sales, the murderer is still knocking off her co-workers. If she's going to catch this killer, she'll need to be on her toes--heels and all--or she'll be this season's hottest victim.

For many people in this Planet, World Government under the United Nations is a long-standing dream. But will it ever become reality? There are now indications that a number of people and institutions around the globe, indeed, believe that it will. A few examples to illustrate this: Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the United Nations’ recent pronouncement – "fifty billion dollars"… ( from developed nations) would be a start in lifting the poorer nations of the world from their impoverishment. [The start if redistribution of world wealth through the United Nations] Next, a Green Party manifesto in part . . . " humans have a unique responsibility for the stewardship of the Earth. No species, especially on the upper end o the food chain can have unchecked, exponential growth without depleting the Earth’s carrying capacity." [Planned World Population Control] . . . "consumption – oriented lifestyles that have evolved in the industrial world have resulted in a minority of people consuming a majority of resources." [A call for world resource sharing in a more egalitarian world society] The author excepts the premise that World Government becoming reality for the purposes of this novel [poetic license, you know]. But its primary emphasis herein focuses on World Government’s effects on the lives of people as the action ebbs and flows around the globe. Rich characters enliven the plot with nations and political systems in conflict making this a thrilling journey, one filled with suspense and many surprises for the readers enjoyment.

Step up your sustainability and unlock your full eco potential with 365 easy, trackable changes. What if sustainability didn’t have to be so complicated? 365 Ways to Save the Planet cuts through the noise and explains exactly how to live a “greener” lifestyle day by day. With its approachable ideas and achievable daily actions, anyone can up their sustainability score with this book on eco-friendly living. Georgina Wilson-Powell breaks down the significance of environmental statistics for issues big and small, and quantifies the difference low-effort, high-impact changes can make. In her year-long programme, each action is accompanied with a simple “Impact Index” to bring the statistics to life, making it easy to track your progress. Reflect positively on the impact you are having on the environment, across work, home, holiday, and more, for the duration of a full year. Dive into the pages of this superb sustainability book to discover: - Daily actions and reflections focus on different, key sustainability issues to build into your routine. - Pages include inspiring mottos, overarching statistics, and illustrations to create a bold, colourful course for the year. - An impact index accompanies each daily action helping you to measure your footprint and reflect on the difference you can make. This green-living guide presents the facts and suggests changes to readers’ lifestyle for every day. If you want to make a difference but don’t know where to begin, simply turn the page and start with day one, and learn how to break previous habits and shift your mindset. Being green has never been easier!