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Many natural building methods rely upon the use of post and beam frame structures that are then in-filled with straw, cob, cordwood, or more conventional wall materials. But traditional timber framing employs the use of finely crafted jointing and wooden pegs, requiring a high degree of craftsmanship and training, as well as much time and expense. However, there is another way . . .Timber Framing for the Rest of Us describes the timber framing methods...
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With basic ingredients and standard kitchen tools you can craft your own transparent soaps that are milder, richer, and creamier than any commercial product. Eschewing complex methods and expensive equipment, Catherine Failor uses a simple, dependable process that makes beautiful transparent soaps every time. Failor's easy-to-follow photographic instructions are accompanied by proven recipes and plenty of suggestions for colorful and sweet-smelling...
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Small enough to fit in your pocket, this practical little book will help you change the world as you shop!
While we strive to make our vote count every four years, few of us realize that our most immediate power to shape the world is squandered on a daily basis. Every dollar we spend has the potential to create social and environmental change. In fact, it already has. The world that exists today is in large part a result of our purchasing decisions.
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Public Gardens and Livable Cities changes the paradigm for how we conceive of the role of urban public gardens. Donald A. Rakow, Meghan Z. Gough, and Sharon A. Lee advocate for public gardens as community outreach agents that can, and should, partner with local organizations to support positive local agendas.
Safe neighborhoods, quality science education, access to fresh and healthy foods, substantial training opportunities, and environmental health...
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The Greenhorns are a community of more than 5,000 young farmers and activists committed to producing and advocating for food grown with vision and respect for the earth. This book, edited by three of the group's leading members, comprises 50 original essays by new farmers who write about their experiences in the field from a wide range of angles, both practical and inspirational. Funny and sad, serious and light-hearted, these essays touch on everything...
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"Aquaponics for Beginners" is your go-to resource for diving into the world of sustainable gardening through the innovative practice of aquaponics. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or a novice looking to explore eco-friendly cultivation, this comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions and valuable insights to help you create a thriving aquaponic system in your own backyard.
• Understanding Aquaponics: Grasp the fundamentals of aquaponics,...
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In this comprehensive guide, Susan Miller Cavitch covers everything you need to know to make your own soaps. Learn the basic techniques for crafting oil-, cream-, and vegetable-based soaps, and then start experimenting with your own personalized scents and effects. Cavitch provides tips for making more than 40 different specialty soaps, showing you how to design colorful marbled bars and expertly blend ingredients to create custom fragrances. You'll...
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Stash Books, an imprint of C&T Publishing, Inc
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[2023]
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"Readers will help cut down on waste through reduction and reuse. Inside features several eco-friendly projects including furoshiki wraps (reusable no-sew bags), reusable fabric versions, including "paper towels," produce bags, snack bags, and more"--Provided by publisher.
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Gehring's books on country living have sold more than 500,000 copies. In this book, Gehring offers a guide to country living skills that is as charming as it is practical. Full of sweet illustrations and gorgeous photographs, step-by-step instructions for essential skills such as building a chicken coop are interspersed with country lore and old-fashioned tips and tricks. Readers will learn how to:
• Raise chickens
• Make candles
• Churn butter
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Creating a Life Together is the only resource available that provides step-by-step practical information distilled from numerous firsthand sources on how to establish an intentional community. It deals in depth with structural, interpersonal and leadership issues, decision-making methods, vision statements, and the development of a legal structure, as well as profiling well-established model communities. This exhaustive guide includes excellent sample...
251) Install Your Own Solar Panels: Designing and Installing a Photovoltaic System to Power Your Home
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Labor and related costs account for more than half of the price of the average home solar installation. But homeowners can save thousands of dollars with this user-friendly manual, which follows the same process professional contractors use. Through detailed directions and step-by-step photos, veteran solar installer Joseph Burdick and seasoned builder Philip Schmidt teach you how to determine the size, placement, and type of installation you'll need....
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A natural history of the wilderness in our homes, from the microbes in our showers to the crickets in our basements
Even when the floors are sparkling clean and the house seems silent, our domestic domain is wild beyond imagination. In Never Home Alone, biologist Rob Dunn introduces us to the nearly 200,000 species living with us in our own homes, from the Egyptian meal moths in our cupboards and camel crickets in our basements to the lactobacillus...
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With a Foreword by Guy Schanschieff MBE
Chair of The Nappy Alliance
There is nothing quite as soothing for the soul as folding nappies.
The Joy of Reusable Nappies answers the ten biggest questions parents consider when they choose to reuse, including - How do I fit a reusable nappy? Are they suitable for newborns? And importantly - Where does the poo go?
'Cloth nappy, real nappy, reusable nappy, natural diaper or washable diaper...
254) Plantas de Interior Guía de Cuidados: Descubre Cómo Mantener tus Plantas Naturales en Óptimas Con
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¿Cómo mantener las plantas de interior verdes y sanas? ¿Cómo cuidarlas adentro de casa? ¿Qué plantas se pueden cultivar en el interior y por qué? En este libro de jardinería interior descubrirás todo lo que hay que saber para el cuidado de tus plantas de interior favoritas: cactus, begonias, orquídeas, suculentas, helechos y drácenas, entre otras. Encontrarás amplia información acerca del cuidado de cada especie: cuándo abonar y regar,...
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Welcome to a journey that transcends the mere act of getting dressed. This is an expedition through the vibrant, complex, and at times, elusive world of fashion and textiles. But it's a journey with a difference, one that beckons you to explore the hidden stories behind your garments, the environmental footprints lurking beneath those stylish shoes, and the lives that weave our beloved fabrics.In the pages that follow, we embark on an exploration...
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In a modern world where technology is taking over our lives, could we lead an essential, simple life without electricity? How can we get by without computers, power tools, phones, or even basics such as electric lights and appliances? The answers lie in Amish communities and other Old Order groups in the United States, Canada, and Mexico that have been living lives off the grid while still affording to be self-sufficient for countless years.
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The pure luxury of soaps made with coconut butter, almond oil, aloe vera, oatmeal, and green tea is one of life's little pleasures. And with the help of Anne-Marie Faiola, author of Soap Crafting and Milk Soaps, it's easy to make luscious, all-natural soaps right in your own kitchen. This collection of 32 recipes ranges from simple castile bars to intricate swirls, embeds, and marbled and layered looks. Begin with a combination of skin-nourishing...
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A comprehensive and inspiring guide small-scale fiber farming and wool crafting.
Fiber crafts-such as knitting, weaving, and crocheting-continue to surge in popularity, with sites like Ravelry (a social media community for the wool obsessed) gaining more than six million members. Artists are seeking quality raw materials in greater numbers. The cottage industry of supplying not only raw fleece, but handcrafted yarns, is strong.
Janet Garman has...
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Natural Remedies and DIY Cleaners for a Safer, Natural Home
Natural Remedies for Your Home & Health is a guidebook for using essential oils to keep your household naturally healthy and clean. It includes simple homemade recipes for everyday purposes: skincare, haircare, cleaning, and medicine, with a few extra natural remedies along the way!
Revamp your entire home with natural, safer products. Natural Remedies for Your Home & Health contains a wealth...
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"Woodsqueer" is sometimes used to describe the mindset of a person who has taken to the wild for an extended period of time. Gretchen Legler is no stranger to life away from the rapid-fire pace of the twenty-first century, which can often lead to a kind of stir-craziness. Woodsqueer chronicles her experiences intentionally focusing on not just making a living but making a life-in this case, an agrarian one more in tune with the earth on eighty acres...
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