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Miss Suzy is a little gray squirrel who lives happily in her oak-tree home until she is chased away by some mean red squirrels. Soon she finds a beautiful dollhouse and meets a band of brave toy soldiers.

One of the biggest problems facing wargamers is finding the time to actually play. Most commercially available sets of rules require several hours to set up and play to a conclusion; some can easily swallow up a whole day or weekend. For many gamers this means that their lavishly prepared miniature armies rarely get used at all. Apart from time, the other consideration is space, which further constrains the opportunities for a game. In One-hour Wargames,...

26 Ways to Get More Fun from RC Aircraft is a comprehensive guide for every novice or intermediate RC pilot or pilot to be. We cover everything from how to pick the perfect aircraft to match your skills and pocketbook to where to find the perfect place to fly your aircraft. We cover safety, how to learn fast and safely, and how to get the most out of your aircraft. When you know how to fly safely, you can relax and get more fun and enjoyment out...

Developed to intercept increasingly capable Soviet bombers such as the Tupolev Tu-16, Tu-22 and Tu-95, the English Electric/BAC Lightning had a phenomenal rate of climb, a high ceiling, and a top speed of over 1,300mph at 36,000ft, and is a favorite of both aviation enthusiasts and aircraft modelers alike. This homage to the only all-British Mach 2 interceptor fighter, follows previous Flight Craft book formats, in that it is split in to three main...

From the astounding to the downright unbelievable, this little volume of mind-blowingly tiny artworks showcases the talents of 24 artists from around the globe. Makers, crafters, art enthusiasts, and fans of tiny works will delight in this homage to all things infinitesimally small. Replete with more than 200 images of miniature masterpieces- including intricately carved pencil leads, fantastical dioramas floating in test tubes, ceramic vases smaller...

The second of 6 eBook-only shorts from star of the Great British Sewing Bee and doyenne of the Women's Institute, May Martin, including three gorgeous projects to try at home - Pencil Skirt, Bucket Bag and Shell Blouse - taken from May Martin's Sewing Bible. May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now she shares her tips and tricks for creating beautiful garments at home, perfect for beginner sewers. Beautifully styled and simple-to-follow,...

The first of 6 eBook-only shorts from star of the Great British Sewing Bee and doyenne of the Women's Institute, May Martin, with everything the aspiring seamstress needs to get started: A Place to Sew & the Equipment You Need, General Dressmaking Tips, and Hand Stitches. An exclusive first look at May Martin's Sewing Bible, due out in August. May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now for the first time she shares her tips and tricks, offering...

Knit cute Amigurumi animals with this fun Japanese crochet bookKnot your mother's crochet! Weave your way into the yarn filled world of Japanese Amigurumi or "crocheted stuffed toys" with adorable creatures and cuddly new characters! Whether you're honing a new craft or in search of creative needlework inspiration let Voodoo Maggie show you the way. There are adorable Koala Bears, Darling Dachsunds, Nuggly Bats, and the not-very fearsome but actually-kinda-cute...

Build--Learn--Customize--Play! The World's Best Cars In The Palm Of Your Hand. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, start your engines and bust out your bricks! How to Build Brick Cars is here for the inner creative person in us all. Featuring over a dozen fully realized builds of classic and contemporary sports cars, race cars, and muscle cars, How to Build Brick Cars features a range of levels to challenge both brick newbies and the veteran block-slingers...