Alpaca Fleece What Can You Do With It

Author : Annaliese Reis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-09-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1501080741

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Alpaca Fleece - What Can You Do with It? by Annaliese Reis Pdf

If you are an alpaca owner, every year you are faced with the decision of what to do with your fleeces. This book identifies a number of proven ways, to monetise your fleeces and gives details of where to sell them, as well as tips to improve your sales. Alpaca fleece is luxurious, warmer and stronger than cashmere, and softer than wool. It is hypoallergenic and doesn't itch so can be worn close to the skin. This book encourages you to take the fleeces out of the barn and share the beauty and attributes of your alpaca fleeces.

Author : Carol Ekarius,Deborah Robson
Publisher : Storey Publishing
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781603427111

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The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook by Carol Ekarius,Deborah Robson Pdf

This one-of-a-kind encyclopedia shines a spotlight on more than 200 animals and their wondrous fleece. Profiling a worldwide array of fiber-producers that includes northern Africa’s dromedary camel, the Navajo churro, and the Tasmanian merino, Carol Ekarius and Deborah Robson include photographs of each animal’s fleece at every stage of the handcrafting process, from raw to cleaned, spun, and woven. The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook is an artist’s handbook, travel guide, and spinning enthusiast’s ultimate reference source all in one.

Author : Debby Greenlaw
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2019-03-02
Category : Textile design
ISBN : 1796655465

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Krokbragd by Debby Greenlaw Pdf

Weavers around the world have been searching for a book that explores the delightful motifs of the Scandinavian weaving technique known as krokbragd. Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave fills that niche and provides a comprehensive look at this beautiful weaving technique. In this book, Debby Greenlaw brings together the traditional aspects of krokbragd with a fresh, contemporary approach to creating stunning textiles. You will explore the structure and design of krokbragd for the floor, table, and rigid-heddle looms. In addition to traditional single krokbragd, exciting variations such as double point krokbragd and turned krokbragd are also covered. Each topic is supplemented with a project that allows the weaver to gain hands-on experience with the technique.Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave is filled with weaving tips, detailed illustrations, and step-by-step photography. Debby provides guidance on yarn and color selection, design, and finishing techniques to create and weave uniquely personal krokbragd pieces.Whether you're a weaver or a lover of Scandinavian textiles, you'll enjoy Krokbragd: How to Design and Weave. Add it to your library; you'll be delighted!

Author : Ingrid Wood
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781546201519

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The Frugal Alpaca Farmer by Ingrid Wood Pdf

Th e Frugal Alpaca FarmerA Holistic Approach to Success defi nes the authors mission and purpose for writing the book. Ingrid Wood gives the reader important information on how to structure and manage an alpaca farm. The content of her book is wellorganized and off ers valuable insight based on her research, experiences, and lessons learned over more than two decades of owning a small farm. Ingrid candidly discusses thought provoking issues and clearly spells out positive as well as negative aspects of alpaca farming. I especially liked her exploration of various management styles and care protocols. An open mind, common sense, and frugality must prevail if you wish to build and maintain a viable farm business. Reading The Frugal Alpaca Farmer will help you reach your goals. Hugh Masters

Author : Jenny Dean
Publisher : Search Press Limited
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-03
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781781267837

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Heritage of Colour by Jenny Dean Pdf

A Heritage of Colour explores the techniques that can be used to create a wealth of colours from 50 plants, including many that have been in constant use as dyes for over 2000 years. Inspired by the colours on textile fragments from the Iron Age and by the achievements of early dyers, the author describes some of the dyes and methods of the past and considers how they can be adapted for use by today's dyers. The book covers all the basics of natural dyeing and explains in detail how to experiment with local plants, wherever you may live, to produce a wide range of beautiful, rich colours on textile fibres. A Heritage of Colour also includes sections on dyeing with fungi, contact printing on cloth and dyeing multi-coloured fibres and fabrics. The emphasis throughout is on environmentally-friendly methods and on the thrill of personal discovery through practical experience. Follow Jenny's blog on http://www.jennydean.co.uk/

Author : Nancy Birtwhistle
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-03
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781529088588

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Green Living Made Easy by Nancy Birtwhistle Pdf

'The tips and tricks are just brilliant.' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie 101 eco-friendly home-hacks, tips and recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle. One change, any change, will make a difference to our precious planet. We all want to do our best for our homes and the planet, but it’s often hard to find the time and energy to think of alternatives. Nancy Birtwhistle makes it easy with 101 indispensable tips, ideas and recipes that will help you to live a more eco-friendly life without giving up on any home comforts. This practical book is the ultimate guide to reducing your environmental impact while saving you time and money. Inside are tips and home hacks on everything from eco cleaning, upcycling and making the most out of your weekly shop to small-space gardening and creative crafts, plus a selection of Nancy's delicious recipes. Clearly explained, accessible and beautifully illustrated with black and white line-drawings, Green Living Made Easy is the perfect guide for anyone looking to pursue a more sustainable lifestyle but unsure where to start. 'Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow.' – Sophie Liard, author of The Folding Lady

Author : Kerry Lord
Publisher : David & Charles
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781446367438

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Edward's Menagerie by Kerry Lord Pdf

Create a suave high-flying rhino, a lovesick elephant who knows her way around a kitchen, and a seriously chivalrous tiger . . . With just two weeks to go before her baby Edward’s due date, yarn enthusiast Kerry Lord picked up a crochet hook for the first time, and a new obsession began. Over the next twelve months, the collection of crochet animals expanded week by week until Edward’s Menagerie was complete—with forty unique patterns. These cute animals with larger-than-life personalities are made using simple crochet techniques, and the step-by-step instructions enable a complete beginner to get hooking straight away. Each animal also has a universal pattern, allowing crocheters to change their hooks and yarns to create four different sizes, making for 160 different possibilities. Be warned—these unlikely characters, made using a super-soft yarn in a sumptuous natural color palette, will become your new best friends as you hook your way through the whole menagerie!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 634 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2009-02-18
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780470478943

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Living the Country Lifestyle All-In-One For Dummies by Anonim Pdf

Living the Country Lifestyle All-in-One For Dummies features six books in one, including: Country Cooking (cast-iron cooking, canning, pickling, and outdoor cooking, among other topics) Traditional Crafts (sheering animals and producing wool, knitting, hand sewing, patchwork and quilting, candle making) Kitchen Gardening (growing and caring for vegetables, herbs, and fruit) Outdoor Skills (camp skills, fishing, navigation, outdoor family fun) Raising Farm Animals (buying, housing, and raising animals, beekeeping) Natural Health (herbal remedies, an encyclopedia of herbs, and healing foods)

Author : Cameron Holt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-02
Category : Alpaca (Textile)
ISBN : 162890092X

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A Definitive Guide to Alpaca Fibre by Cameron Holt Pdf

Author : Fiona Vanderbeek
Publisher : NSW Agriculture
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781760582081

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Farming Alpacas by Fiona Vanderbeek Pdf

For many new entrants to the alpaca industry a major allure is the thought of breeding these beautiful, intelligent and easily-handled animals. The challenging question that new breeders must ask themselves is “Why do I want to breed alpacas?” This leads to other vital questions – “Huacaya, suri, or both?”; “White, coloured, or a bit of everything?”; “How much do I need to spend?”; “How many should I buy?” For some people purchasing alpacas, the initial reason is as a small-scale hobby farm. However for many of these people, as they begin to breed and learn more about their alpacas, their focus changes and they use their knowledge to improve the quality of their stock – whether for fibre production, for stud breeding, or with an eye to winning show ribbons. This book is a basic guide to some of the skills and practices of alpaca production. This guide covers information on alpaca production including health, breeding and farming, nutritional needs and breeding to improve fleece. Table of contents: · The Australian Alpaca industry in Australia · Alpaca breeds · Farming alpacas · Farming alpacas as a breeding enterprise · Farming alpacas for meat production · Alpacas as guardian animals · Alpacas as pets on small acreages · Farm infrastructure · The digestive system and how it works · Alpaca nutrition · Pasture and land management · Breeding to improve fleece · Fleece assessment · Preparation of fleece for processing · The genetics of alpaca breeding · Purchasing decisions · Health problems and preparing for the vet · Digestive disorders and dental conditions · Vitamin and mineral deficiencies · Poisoning and liver disease · Parasite worms, fluke and ticks · Extremes of heat and cold · Injuries · Pregnancy, birthing and neonatal problems · Biosecurity, record keeping and transport · Alpaca shows · Management planner

Author : Maggie Casey
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781620332009

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Start Spinning by Maggie Casey Pdf

For knitters, crocheters, and weavers ready to make their own yarn, this handy guide provides detailed instructions for spinning both on a spindle and a wheel, and offers a special section devoted to troubleshooting and wheel maintenance that keeps projects on track. It offers a comprehensive look at the various available fiber options, choosing and preparing each type of fiber for use, and crafting these materials into ready-to-work pieces. A final chapter on the various uses of spun yarn focuses on project planning, with definitions and context for measuring wraps per inch, determining yards for specific projects, and choosing a yarn size.

Author : Editors of Threads
Publisher : Taunton Press
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Knitting
ISBN : 1561580821

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Colorful Knitwear Design by Editors of Threads Pdf

A collection of design ideas and techniques for knitting sweaters.

Author : Judy Sisneros
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 53 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-11-05
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781607050636

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9-Patch Pizzazz by Judy Sisneros Pdf

“The projects are easy (not to mention fun) . . . Beginners or experienced quilters will love 9-Patch Pizzazz. It’s a keeper for your quilt book library.” —Armchair Interviews They’ll never believe you made it in a day! Talk about bang for the buck: combining a special fabric with a few easy nine-patches yields captivating quilts ranging from sassy to sophisticated. You’ll get hooked on this technique! Judy provides sixteen different layouts for unlimited project potential. A beginner book without that “beginner look!” It’s been called the “potato chip quilt”—no one can make just one Use your favorite fabrics including large-scale, novelty, and panels “Most quilts only use three or four fabrics and only squares and rectangles are used in their design but the results look much more complex than that would suggest . . . The choice of fabrics and design guidelines at the beginning of the book are well illustrated, simple to comprehend and can be adapted to produce quilts of any size . . . The six projects given in the second part are for small quilts which can be used as large wall-hangings or lap quilts.” —Popular Patchwork “A great way to use large scale fabrics, and it’s also a design that leaves a lot of room for your own sense of color and artistic layouts.” —Quilting . . . for the Rest of Us

Author : Thomas Green
Publisher : BookRix
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-30
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9783755430766

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Alpacas Keeping by Thomas Green Pdf

If you have desired and fancied keeping alpacas as a pet or for commercial purpose, but you have no idea of how you can adequately care for it so it can be comfortable and healthy. This book is exactly what you need. The alpacas and llamas both come from the camelid family but they are not nearly as bad tempered and smelly as their relative the camel, and are closer to llamas. Alpacas give more wool as their wool is fine and in a single layer. Alpacas are ideal animals for the small homestead. There really is joy in keeping alpacas as they are an easy care livestock. They are hardy, generally disease-resistant and they thrive in every weather condition imaginable. They are good with children and therefore alpacas make excellent pets. They almost always give birth during daylight hours, and are a novel experience for the kids, and also less stressful for mom and dad! In this book you will learn how to feed, care, treat, groom, housing, proper hygiene and welfare of alpacas and how best you can groom them as your pet. GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!!!

Author : Kerry Lord
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781446372647

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Edward's Menagerie: Birds by Kerry Lord Pdf

Forty fine-feathered friends to crochet using easy-to-master techniques with projects for all skill levels, from the bestselling author of Edward’s Menagerie. You’ll be as happy as a lark as you crochet your way through this colorful collection of birds, including a bashful Flamingo, a romance-writing Owl, and a politically incorrect Pheasant. Read all about these kooky characters, their adorations and aversions, daydreams and delusions, then crochet them for friends and family. Each bird can be crocheted in four different sizes, making over 160 different pattern possibilities—so pick your first project and get started! The patterns use basic stitches, are grouped by difficulty and include step-by-step technical guides for beginners, so there’s no excuse to chicken out. These loveable birds are quick to make using a super-soft yarn in a sophisticated color palette, and will become your best friends as their larger-than-life personalities and easy-to-master techniques get their claws into you. Praise for Edward’s Menagerie: Birds “This book is a hoot! (Pun intended . . . ) . . . I’m not naturally a fan of amigurumi, but this book by Kerry Lord may change all that.” —Bonnie Bay Crochet “Edward's Menagerie: Birds has some of the most adorable toy birds that I have ever seen! . . . The author put a tremendous amount of detail into each bird pattern, which makes them all adorable in their own way.” —The Stitchin’ Mommy