Elegant Stitches


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The renowned fiber artist shares a wealth of inspiration in this illustrated reference guide with 100s of stitches for needleworkers of all skill levels. Judith Baker Montano’s Elegant Stitches features all the step-by-step instructions and illustrations you’ll need to create your own embroidered masterpieces. This volume includes 117 embroidery stitches and more than 130 crazy quilt combination stitches to start your stitching adventure. Judith also offers in-depth instruction on silk ribbon stitches, free-form stitches, composite stitches, and even left-handed stitches.




Elegant Embroidery


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Welcome to the artful world of Japanese master embroiderer Reiko Mori, a place where embroidery embodies charm, grace, and true elegance. Choose from more than 40 picturesque motifs, many grouped into enchanting vignettes to mix and match; then use the motifs in 11 projects, including totes, fabric-covered boxes, and more. Learn 16 embroidery stitches to create designs for holidays (a wreath and tiny ornaments); seasons (chubby bees buzzing around dimensional daisies); and everyday occasions (an antique sewing machine and scissors). Themed chapters include flower, marine, and Christmas collections, as well as an assortment of Ms. Mori's signature black-on-linen designs. Embroidery enthusiasts will love re-creating this captivating collection.




Elegant Objects


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TL;DR Compound variable names, validators, private static literals, configurable objects, inheritance, annotations, MVC, dependency injection containers, reflection, ORM and even algorithms are our enemies.




Secondhand Chic


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Fun, funky, and fabulous, this book offers a personal buying guide for anyone who wants to look like a million for a fraction of the cost.




Survive


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The End is Here, in a Fiery Cosmic Apocalypse! Gwen Lark knows how to Qualify, Compete, and Win… The time has come to Survive. The Games of the Atlantis Grail have come to a ground-shaking halt and Gwen Lark, nerd, geek, and awkward smart girl, survived the remarkable ordeal, for the time being. But the worst is yet to come! Now, both the colony planet Atlantis and Earth are under a threat of annihilation, and everything is up in the air, including dire and stunning wonders in the Atlantean skies. Will there be a Wedding? Will there be a future for Gwen Lark, her beloved, and all their families, friends, and loved ones? Is Gwen’s rare and powerful talent, the Logos voice of creation, enough to resolve the greatest mystery of the Kassiopei Imperial Dynasty and its role in the events of deepest antiquity since the dawn of time? The fate of the entire human species is at stake, and now there can be no respite, not a moment to lose. The final battle is here, and Gwen, and everyone she knows and loves, are in for the greatest fight of their lives. It is time to survive. SURVIVE is the fourth and final book in The Atlantis Grail series, now an international cross-genre phenomenon, optioned for film.




Elegant Extracts


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Success in DecisionMaking: How Your Personality Affects Your Small Business?


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"Success in Decision-Making: How Your Personality Affects Your Small Business?" is an essential guide for small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs who seek to harness the power of decision-making psychology to achieve success. This groundbreaking book delves into the intricate ways in which personal traits, cognitive biases, and emotional intelligence impact business decisions, providing practical strategies to leverage these insights for enhanced performance and growth. In today’s competitive business environment, understanding how personality influences decision-making is not just a luxury but a necessity. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of how various personality traits—such as risk tolerance, assertiveness, and stress management—affect strategic choices and business outcomes. Through a blend of cutting-edge research, real-world case studies, and actionable advice, readers will discover how to align their personal characteristics with their business goals to optimize decision-making processes and drive success. The book is structured to provide readers with a deep understanding of the psychological factors at play in business decisions. It begins with an insightful introduction that sets the stage for exploring the intersection of personality and decision-making. Subsequent chapters delve into key concepts, including cognitive biases, emotional intelligence, and the role of personal values in shaping business strategies. One of the standout features of this book is its focus on practical application. Each chapter is enriched with case studies and examples that illustrate how various personality traits influence decision-making in real business scenarios. From overcoming common cognitive biases to harnessing the power of emotional intelligence, readers will gain valuable insights into how to apply these principles to their own businesses. The book also provides a detailed analysis of emerging trends and technologies in decision-making psychology. It explores how advancements such as data-driven decision-making, AI, and behavioral insights are transforming the business landscape. By understanding these trends, readers will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of modern business and leverage new tools and approaches to their advantage. In addition to its in-depth analysis and practical advice, the book offers a range of recommendations for executives and business leaders. These actionable insights are designed to help readers enhance their decision-making skills, build stronger teams, and foster a more effective business environment. The recommendations are based on extensive research and real-world experiences, providing a solid foundation for making informed and impactful decisions. "Success in Decision-Making: How Your Personality Affects Your Small Business?" is more than just a guide to decision-making; it is a roadmap to personal and professional growth. By understanding and leveraging the ways in which personality traits influence business decisions, readers can unlock new opportunities for success and achieve their business objectives with greater efficiency and confidence. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the psychological aspects of decision-making and how they impact business success. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, "Success in Decision-Making" provides the tools, insights, and strategies needed to make smarter decisions and drive your business forward. Embrace the power of decision-making psychology and transform your small business with the expert guidance of Hernán Cornejo.




Fresh Kills


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One of the best mysteries ever set in New York City, the last in an "archipelago trilogy" following 9/11, by the acclaimed author of Disturbed Earth. With his wife Maxine out of town, Artie Cohen is alone in Manhattan when his nephew Billy Farone is released from the young offenders' institution where he has been since he stabbed Heshey Shank to death. Artie is the one Billy wants to come home to-he's family and he's the only person Billy cares about; Artie wants desperately to believe that Billy is OK. As a plane crashes on Coney Island, bombs go off in London, and New York is shaken out of the sense that the bad times have passed, Artie begins to wonder. Over four days in Manhattan and on Staten Island there are signs that Shank's family wants Billy locked up for good, and that Billy's mother doesn't want him coming home either. The bodies begin to appear and Artie, up against a brick wall of his own hope and despair, doesn't know what or whom to believe. Reggie Nadelson has created in Artie Cohen one of mystery fiction's most interesting and complex characters: tough, unusually sensitive, deeply flawed and human.




Java Threads


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Threads (Computer programs).




Baltimore Elegance


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If you always wanted to create a Baltimore Album quilt, you'll love Elly Sienkiewicz' new collection of smaller, less-complex blocks that are perfect for your first Baltimore Album. Or, enlarge the blocks for a larger work! More than two dozen block designs are also ideal for adding elegance to accessories and home dcor, or for creating a very special child's quilt. In-depth how-tos and Elly's skill-building lessons will have you creating block after block.