March is the month of our "world famous in Christchurch" book sale. - Friday 11 March, 9:00am - 7:00pm
- Saturday 12 March, 9:00am - 4:00pm
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| Gardening with less water: Low-tech, low-cost techniques for using up to 90% less water in your garden by David A. BainbridgeWith water in short supply in many regions, irrigation and water-retention techniques are becoming more important than ever for gardeners and homeowners. Making those techniques scalable and accessible, however, can be challenging, yet author and ecology professor David Bainbridge rises to the occasion. Using plenty of examples and illustrated instructions, Bainbridge presents several methods for delivering water directly to plants' roots without wasting a drop. Best of all, these methods -- which include wicking systems, grow tubes, porous hoses, and clay pots -- can all be implemented using recycled or low-cost materials. Combining brevity, passion, and expertise, this is a must-read for savvy growers. |
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| Container theme gardens: 42 combinations, each using 5 perfectly matched plants by Nancy J. Ondra; photography by Rob CardilloIf you're new to container gardening or you've been frustrated by past attempts, this inviting book has the answers you need. Here, you don’t have to worry about painstaking design; all you have to do is choose a container and a theme and follow the instructions. Want an arrangement of edible greens, low-light plants, or flowers with blue blossoms? You'll find all of those options and more, each appearing with its own shopping list and each featuring five plants that are matched to grow in harmony. Moreover, each of the individual plants is described in detail, alongside tips, tricks, and suggested substitutions to ensure that you can always find a plant that will work for you. |
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The home distilling & infusing handbook: Make your own whiskey & bourbon blends, infused spirits, cordials & liqueurs
by Matthew Teacher
Create your own signature blends at home with this fully updated and newly expanded edition, featuring dozens of creative infusion recipes! Like to dabble, invent, experiment, and concoct? Move beyond bartending and learn how to combine alcohol with herbs, spices, fruit, and more to create your own custom blends. This book guides you step-by-step through the process of creating unique and delicious alcoholic infusions as well as infused cordials and cremes. No fancy degree or equipment required! Also, learn how to make your very own whiskey blends. Includes fifty unique recipes, including: Smoked Bacon Bourbon, October Apple Liqueur, Horseradish Vodka and Silver Kiwi Strawberry Tequila.
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Crafting with wood pallets: Projects for rustic furniture, decor, art, gifts and more
by Becky Lamb
This book offers readers innovative new projects for transforming wood pallets into all types of beautiful, useful items for the home and garden. Upcycling wood pallets has quickly become one of the most popular trends in home and garden DIY design, and this book's 20 hands-on projects teach readers everything they need to know. Including 80 full-colour photos, it guides them step by step from easier, beginner projects like simple trays and shelves to more advanced projects like benches and kitchen islands.
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Animal heads: Trophy heads to crochet
by Vanessa Mooncie
A collection of trophy animal head crochet project patterns includes incrementally complex options, from an over-the-mantle lion's head conversation starter to a playful mouse head decoration for a child's bedroom, and provides detailed instructions for key techniques.
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Full-figure fashion: 24 plus-size patterns for every day
by Burdastyle Magazine
The best plus-size projects from the archives of BurdaStyle magazine. All of the must-have basics of a woman's wardrobe are covered in this collection--jackets, pants, blouses, skirts, and dresses. The designs include versatile separates as well as combinations that further expand the possibilities for the modern woman's wardrobe. The projects are easy to intermediate and sizes range from 14 to 24.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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