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The Repair Shop

LIFE IN THE BARN: The Inside Stories from the Experts

par Jayne Dowle ...

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience, with its regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone, cementing ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience, with its regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone, cementing
... En savoir plus
The Typewriter Revolution

A Typist's Companion for the 21st Century

par Richard Polt ...

The connoisseur's guide to the typewriter, entertaining and practicalWhat do thousands of kids, makers, poets, artists, steampunks, hipsters, activists, and musicians have in common? They love typewriters—the magical, mechanical contraptions that are enjoying a surprising second life in the 21st century, striking a blow for self-reliance, privacy, and coherence against dependency, surveillance, ... En savoir plus

$26.59 CAD

The connoisseur's guide to the typewriter, entertaining and practicalWhat do thousands of kids, makers, poets, artists, steampunks, hipsters, activists, and musicians have in common? They love typewriters—the magical, mechanical contraptions that are enjoying a surprising second life in the 21st century, striking a blow for self-reliance, privacy, and coherence against dependency, surveillance,
... En savoir plus
The Furniture Bible

Everything You Need to Know to Identify, Restore & Care for Furniture

par Christophe Pourny ...

From antiques to midcentury pieces, family heirlooms to funky flea-market finds, Christophe Pourny is ready to teach readers everything they need to know about the South of France and history of furniture—as well as how to restore, update, and care for their furniture.The heart of the book is an overview of Pourny’s favorite techniques—ceruse, vernis anglais,and water gilding, among many others ... En savoir plus

$21.99 CAD

From antiques to midcentury pieces, family heirlooms to funky flea-market finds, Christophe Pourny is ready to teach readers everything they need to know about the South of France and history of furniture—as well as how to restore, update, and care for their furniture.The heart of the book is an overview of Pourny’s favorite techniques—ceruse, vernis anglais,and water gilding, among many others
... En savoir plus
Big Thrift Energy

The Art and Thrill of Finding Vintage Treasures-Plus Tips for Making Old Feel New

par Virginia Chamlee, Blue Star Press ...

Learn to find affordable vintage home decor and how to style it in a modern home.From a Goyard trunk worth upwards of $10,000 (scored for $90) to a floor-length vintage Christian Dior cape (a $10 Goodwill find), Virginia knows how to find deals.Danielle from Apartment Therapy says "Virginia has total sage sister vibes, helping you score pieces for a song with tips that are so good, I kind of can't ... En savoir plus

$23.99 CAD

Learn to find affordable vintage home decor and how to style it in a modern home.From a Goyard trunk worth upwards of $10,000 (scored for $90) to a floor-length vintage Christian Dior cape (a $10 Goodwill find), Virginia knows how to find deals.Danielle from Apartment Therapy says "Virginia has total sage sister vibes, helping you score pieces for a song with tips that are so good, I kind of can't
... En savoir plus
Create

At Home with Old & New

par Ali Heath ...

Some of the most exciting interiors around are those that layer vintage and antique finds with select contemporary pieces. In Create, interior stylist and journalist Ali Heath encourages you to think imaginatively about how to bring together old and new at home - introducing individuality and interest, while incorporating the need to decorate more sustainably.Following on from the success of her ... En savoir plus

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Some of the most exciting interiors around are those that layer vintage and antique finds with select contemporary pieces. In Create, interior stylist and journalist Ali Heath encourages you to think imaginatively about how to bring together old and new at home - introducing individuality and interest, while incorporating the need to decorate more sustainably.Following on from the success of her
... En savoir plus
Things Chinese

Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles

par Ronald G. Knapp ...

China's art objects and traditionally manufactured products have long been sought by collectors—from porcelains and silk fabrics to furniture and even the lacquered chopsticks that are a distant relation to ones found in most Chinese restaurants. Things Chinese presents sixty distinctive items that are typical of Chinese culture and together open a special window onto the people, history, and ... En savoir plus

$10.69 CAD

China's art objects and traditionally manufactured products have long been sought by collectors—from porcelains and silk fabrics to furniture and even the lacquered chopsticks that are a distant relation to ones found in most Chinese restaurants. Things Chinese presents sixty distinctive items that are typical of Chinese culture and together open a special window onto the people, history, and
... En savoir plus
How to Build the Classic Poker Table

par James Powers ...

This guide will assist you through the various stages of poker table design and construction from start to finish along with extra information for added upgrades and modifications.These design plans will set your table apart from the rest with the flexibility of having a completely removable padded rail which allows for no fuss cleaning and maintenance, just like the professional poker tables in ... En savoir plus

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This guide will assist you through the various stages of poker table design and construction from start to finish along with extra information for added upgrades and modifications.These design plans will set your table apart from the rest with the flexibility of having a completely removable padded rail which allows for no fuss cleaning and maintenance, just like the professional poker tables in
... En savoir plus
Antiques 101

A Crash Course in Everything Antique

par Frank Farmer Loomis IV ...

An inroductory guide to antique styles, history, and designsNot sure how to tell Chippendale from Queen Anne, or Art Deco from Art Nouveau? Learn the easy way with Frank Farmer Loomis IV, an appraiser and lifelong antiquer. If you're looking for clear, simple explanations rather than unpronounceable terms like corbeille a fleurs (flower basket) or sang de boeuf (red glaze), you've come to the ... En savoir plus

$7.99 CAD

An inroductory guide to antique styles, history, and designsNot sure how to tell Chippendale from Queen Anne, or Art Deco from Art Nouveau? Learn the easy way with Frank Farmer Loomis IV, an appraiser and lifelong antiquer. If you're looking for clear, simple explanations rather than unpronounceable terms like corbeille a fleurs (flower basket) or sang de boeuf (red glaze), you've come to the
... En savoir plus
Man with a Van

My Story

par Drew Pritchard ...

Sunday Times bestseller'When I see something old, that I think is beautiful, special, valuable, it's not about the money. It's about being in another time and place.'Star of TV's Salvage Hunters, Drew Pritchard will go to the greatest lengths for the best deals. He discovered the casts Lord Elgin made of his infamous marbles in a school garage, and broke the bank to buy the tool box Malcolm ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

Sunday Times bestseller'When I see something old, that I think is beautiful, special, valuable, it's not about the money. It's about being in another time and place.'Star of TV's Salvage Hunters, Drew Pritchard will go to the greatest lengths for the best deals. He discovered the casts Lord Elgin made of his infamous marbles in a school garage, and broke the bank to buy the tool box Malcolm
... En savoir plus
125 Tips & Tricks for Woodworking

par James Parker ...

Starting in a woodworking either as hobby or as profesional can seems a difficult and hard task. From specialized woodworking tools to the identification and understanding of different wood types, there is a lot to know that even veterans are still developing their craft.But learning and experimentation is what carpentry is about.Here in this book you will Find 125 Tips and tricks for woodworking ... En savoir plus

$2.70 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Starting in a woodworking either as hobby or as profesional can seems a difficult and hard task. From specialized woodworking tools to the identification and understanding of different wood types, there is a lot to know that even veterans are still developing their craft.But learning and experimentation is what carpentry is about.Here in this book you will Find 125 Tips and tricks for woodworking
... En savoir plus
French Furniture from the Renaissance to the Empire Style

par Joseph Aronson ...

This book contains a treatise on French furniture from the renaissance to the Empire style. A fascinating book full of detailed photographs and interesting information, this text will greatly to appeal to anyone with an interest in French furniture and is sure to be of considerable value to collectors of antiquarian furniture literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Introduction', 'French ... En savoir plus

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This book contains a treatise on French furniture from the renaissance to the Empire style. A fascinating book full of detailed photographs and interesting information, this text will greatly to appeal to anyone with an interest in French furniture and is sure to be of considerable value to collectors of antiquarian furniture literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Introduction', 'French
... En savoir plus
The Poor Relations: Cousin Betty & Cousin Pons

Enriched edition.

par Honoré de Balzac, Shawn Barrett ...

Traduit par Ellen Marriage ...

Honoré de Balzac's 'The Poor Relations: Cousin Betty & Cousin Pons' is a masterful portrayal of social and economic struggles within French society in the mid-19th century. Through intricate character development and vivid descriptions, Balzac explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the complexities of family relationships. The novel is written in a realistic style known as Balzacian realism, ... En savoir plus

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Honoré de Balzac's 'The Poor Relations: Cousin Betty & Cousin Pons' is a masterful portrayal of social and economic struggles within French society in the mid-19th century. Through intricate character development and vivid descriptions, Balzac explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the complexities of family relationships. The novel is written in a realistic style known as Balzacian realism,
... En savoir plus
About Old Furniture, The Period of Queen Anne

par J. P. Blake, A. E. Reveirs-Hopkins ...

• illustrations• a linked Table of Contents, Footnotes, and IndexCONTENTSIntroductionBibliographyI. The Queen Anne PeriodII. Sir Christopher Wren And Grinling GibbonIII. Mirrors, Stools, And Some Notes On A Queen Anne BedroomIV. Chairs And TablesV. Chests Of Drawers, Tallboys, Cabinets And China CabinetsVI. Secretaires, Bureaux, And Writing-tablesVII. Clocks And Clock-casesVIII. Lacquered ... En savoir plus

$5.42 CAD

• illustrations• a linked Table of Contents, Footnotes, and IndexCONTENTSIntroductionBibliographyI. The Queen Anne PeriodII. Sir Christopher Wren And Grinling GibbonIII. Mirrors, Stools, And Some Notes On A Queen Anne BedroomIV. Chairs And TablesV. Chests Of Drawers, Tallboys, Cabinets And China CabinetsVI. Secretaires, Bureaux, And Writing-tablesVII. Clocks And Clock-casesVIII. Lacquered
... En savoir plus
Furniture Styles

par Oliver Knezevic ...

In this rich illustrated book, book we are going to present furniture styles, starting from the beginning of civilization up to the modern era.Considering the entire development of furniture styles, we can notice two different approaches in furniture design: classical and romantic.Classicism, with its roots in ancient times, is characterized by symmetrical lines, seriousness, elegant appearance, ... En savoir plus

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In this rich illustrated book, book we are going to present furniture styles, starting from the beginning of civilization up to the modern era.Considering the entire development of furniture styles, we can notice two different approaches in furniture design: classical and romantic.Classicism, with its roots in ancient times, is characterized by symmetrical lines, seriousness, elegant appearance,
... En savoir plus
Dossier - Régénérescences

par Rémy Bourdillon, Pierre-Yves Cezard, Nicolas Charette, Rafaële Germain, Philippe Nassif ...

Un dossier sur le thème des régénérescences spirituelles, urbaines ou environnementales qui vous propose des réflexions et éclairages variés sur le thème des nouveaux départs, des résiliences, des régénérations personnelles ou collectives. ... En savoir plus

$3.99 CAD

Un dossier sur le thème des régénérescences spirituelles, urbaines ou environnementales qui vous propose des réflexions et éclairages variés sur le thème des nouveaux départs, des résiliences, des régénérations personnelles ou collectives.
... En savoir plus
The Masterpieces of Thomas Chippendale - A Short Biography and His Famous Catalogue

par Arthur Hayden ...

This text contains a detailed, illustrated catalogue of some of Thomas Chippendale's most notable furniture designs, coupled with an informative and fascinating biography of the famous cabinet-maker. A wonderful little text that will surely appeal to those with a keen interest in Chippendale's designs and the history of vintage furniture in general, this text constitutes a worthy addition to ... En savoir plus

$8.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This text contains a detailed, illustrated catalogue of some of Thomas Chippendale's most notable furniture designs, coupled with an informative and fascinating biography of the famous cabinet-maker. A wonderful little text that will surely appeal to those with a keen interest in Chippendale's designs and the history of vintage furniture in general, this text constitutes a worthy addition to
... En savoir plus
Queer Life, Queer Love. 3

Modifié par Kate Beal, Sarah Beal, Karen McLeod, Matt Bates ...

Collections Livre 3 - Volume 3
The best of Queer writing from around the world. Championing new and emerging writers alongside established authors, the anthology features voices across all narrative forms including fiction, poetry, memoir, essay and flash-fiction. The anthology will comprise of 40 pieces, the winning entries from an international competition to capture the best of queer writing today. The first volume, ... En savoir plus

$8.89 CAD

The best of Queer writing from around the world. Championing new and emerging writers alongside established authors, the anthology features voices across all narrative forms including fiction, poetry, memoir, essay and flash-fiction. The anthology will comprise of 40 pieces, the winning entries from an international competition to capture the best of queer writing today. The first volume,
... En savoir plus
Ancient and Modern Furniture and Woodwork

Enriched edition. A Detailed Journey Through Furniture History and Craftsmanship

par John Hungerford Pollen, Troy Kirk ...

In "Ancient and Modern Furniture and Woodwork," John Hungerford Pollen presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched exploration of the evolution of furniture design from antiquity to the modern era. This volume delves into the intricacies of craftsmanship, paying homage to both historical influences and contemporary innovations. Pollen's literary style is characterized by a blend of ... En savoir plus

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In "Ancient and Modern Furniture and Woodwork," John Hungerford Pollen presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched exploration of the evolution of furniture design from antiquity to the modern era. This volume delves into the intricacies of craftsmanship, paying homage to both historical influences and contemporary innovations. Pollen's literary style is characterized by a blend of
... En savoir plus
Things Japanese

Everyday Objects of Exceptional Beauty and Significance

par Nicholas Bornoff ...

Traditional Japanese design imbues objects with a sense of history and artistry that easily reaches across cultural boundaries. In Things Japanese: Everyday Objects of Extraordinary Beauty and Significance, author Nicholas Bornoff and photographer Michael Freeman examine over 60 traditional objects that are uniquely Japanese, deftly illustrating their beauty and significance.Beautifully crafted ... En savoir plus

$6.29 CAD

Traditional Japanese design imbues objects with a sense of history and artistry that easily reaches across cultural boundaries. In Things Japanese: Everyday Objects of Extraordinary Beauty and Significance, author Nicholas Bornoff and photographer Michael Freeman examine over 60 traditional objects that are uniquely Japanese, deftly illustrating their beauty and significance.Beautifully crafted
... En savoir plus
Japanese Things

Being Notes on Various Subjects Connected with Japan

par Basil Hall Chamberlain ...

Armchair travelers beware!Japanese Things will lure you out of your cozy, comfy home and chair to an unusual country with bewitching manners and customs-and once you have succumbed to its spell you will never be the same. Here in one neat package you will meet the flavor, charm, and piquancy of old Japan-a revised reprint of one of the indispensable books on Japan, by the late Prof. Basil Hall ... En savoir plus

$10.69 CAD

Armchair travelers beware!Japanese Things will lure you out of your cozy, comfy home and chair to an unusual country with bewitching manners and customs-and once you have succumbed to its spell you will never be the same. Here in one neat package you will meet the flavor, charm, and piquancy of old Japan-a revised reprint of one of the indispensable books on Japan, by the late Prof. Basil Hall
... En savoir plus
Chestnut and Pine

Civil War Era Campaign Furniture in St. Louis

par John Koenig ...

An in-depth look at the history and construction of campaign furniture during the Civil War, told through the lens of the frontier city of St. Louis. The book covers the history of the St. Louis armory and the firm Warne, Cheever, and Co. Includes step-by-step plans on constructing a replica 1861 ammunition crate, as well as an officer's campaign liquor chest. ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

An in-depth look at the history and construction of campaign furniture during the Civil War, told through the lens of the frontier city of St. Louis. The book covers the history of the St. Louis armory and the firm Warne, Cheever, and Co. Includes step-by-step plans on constructing a replica 1861 ammunition crate, as well as an officer's campaign liquor chest.
... En savoir plus
Furniture Style from Baroque to Rococo - The 18th Century in European Furniture Design

par Peter Philp ...

The eighteenth century is rightly spoken of as the 'Golden Age of furniture-making', with some of the world's most impressive and exquisite furniture having been produced during this time. This lovely little book contains a detailed treatise on the eighteenth century furniture styles from Baroque to Rococo. A wonderful book full of detailed photographs and intricate descriptions, this text will be ... En savoir plus

$8.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

The eighteenth century is rightly spoken of as the 'Golden Age of furniture-making', with some of the world's most impressive and exquisite furniture having been produced during this time. This lovely little book contains a detailed treatise on the eighteenth century furniture styles from Baroque to Rococo. A wonderful book full of detailed photographs and intricate descriptions, this text will be
... En savoir plus
English Furniture - A History and Guide

par John Gloag ...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to the vibrant history of English furniture, with information on early its development, famous styles, popularity, manufacturing techniques, materials, and many other related aspects. A fascinating and comprehensive treatise, “English Furniture - A History and Guide” will be of considerable utility to antiques dealers, and would make for a fantastic ... En savoir plus

$10.69 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to the vibrant history of English furniture, with information on early its development, famous styles, popularity, manufacturing techniques, materials, and many other related aspects. A fascinating and comprehensive treatise, “English Furniture - A History and Guide” will be of considerable utility to antiques dealers, and would make for a fantastic
... En savoir plus
Restoring Antique Furniture

Techniques for Restoring Wood and Old Furniture

par Testi Creativi ...

Antique furniture restoration is both a technical craft and a refined art that allows you to preserve history while restoring functionality and beauty. This practical guide is designed to help you approach wooden furniture restoration with clarity, method, and confidence, whether you are working on a simple piece or a valuable antique.A Clear and Structured ApproachThis manual guides you step by ... En savoir plus

$8.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Antique furniture restoration is both a technical craft and a refined art that allows you to preserve history while restoring functionality and beauty. This practical guide is designed to help you approach wooden furniture restoration with clarity, method, and confidence, whether you are working on a simple piece or a valuable antique.A Clear and Structured ApproachThis manual guides you step by
... En savoir plus

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