Book Description
Provides information about how to get started writing calligraphy, the tools, the technique, where calligraphy is used, and different styles, including Roman, foundational, and gothic.
Author : Jane Eldershaw
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 42,86 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780028641546
Provides information about how to get started writing calligraphy, the tools, the technique, where calligraphy is used, and different styles, including Roman, foundational, and gothic.
Author : Miria Liguana
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 10,97 MB
Release : 2004-09-07
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1440696268
Fun, illustrated projects for those who believe in magick. From sewing, gardening, and jewelry-making, to calligraphy and lotion-concocting, here are Wicca craft projects for everyone. And with the ritual tools, altars, amulets, candles, mirrors, cauldrons, and a deeper understanding of their meanings, new and veteran Wiccans can enrich their ceremonies, from Esbats and Shabats to magical circles, and from kitchen magick to ritual baths. • For readers of The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Wicca and Witchcraft and The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Spells and Spellcraft. • According to FoxNews.com, Wicca is hugely popular on college campuses, and at least two colleges excuse believers from class on Wiccan holidays. • Ideal for both “sole practitioners” and groups of Wiccans. • Only “make-your-own” book on Wicca crafts.
Author : Eve Adamson
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 39,24 MB
Release : 2000-12-11
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1101199083
As an adult who leads a busy life, you have to deal with the stresses of home, work, and family. The Buddhist idea of Zen seeks to help you reduce stress so that you can remain calm when conflicts arise. This book begins with the basics, telling you what Zen is and how you can use it to deal with the situations that come up in your fast-paced life.
Author : Gary Gach
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 18,61 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781592572779
Enlightenment has never been easier than with this updated guide to Buddhism.432 pp.
Author : Daniel S. Kahn
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 46,34 MB
Release : 2006-06-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1440696756
Break into the brokerage business. Here is a step-by-step handbook for joining this elite group. Written by an accomplished mortgage broker with more than 15 years in the business and 2,000 deals to his credit, this book covers everything from whether or not real estate financing is the right career move, to how to master the skills necessary to be successful. • Overview of a day in the life of a mortgage broker—including the pros and cons of the career • A self-test to help readers determine if the brokerage business is right for them • Licensing and educational requirements, advice on successful networking, and basic mortgage information
Author : Marcia Layton Turner
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 40,50 MB
Release : 2008-10-07
Category : Design
ISBN : 1440652155
If you can dream it, you can design it Whether your goal is to design your own marketing materials, launch a visually compelling blog, or just have some fun creating your own CD covers, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Graphic Design is your one-stop reference. Presented in an intuitive, accessible format, here are the fundamental elements of design and design principles, as well as instruction on how to apply those elements and principles to a variety of projects. • Covers art supplies, software, concept development, reproduction needs, and much more • Sample projects include business cards, print and web ads, and graphic T-shirts • Follows the success of other titles aimed at the aspiring artist, including the Complete Idiot’s Guide® titles on digital photography, drawing, and manga
Author : Sheila R. Lowe
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 40,35 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780028632025
Explains how to use handwriting analysis to understand character, personal values, love issues, and career ambitions
Author : Yahiya Emerick
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 15,38 MB
Release : 2004-11-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1101097426
An up-close and up-to-date look at an often misunderstood faith This completely revised and updated guide explores the tenets of the Qu’ran (a.k.a. Koran), examines the history of the religion and its relationship to Christianity and Judaism, and features an expanded section on the true story behind “jihad.” It explores Islamic views on war and terrorism, including the Muslim perspective on the tragic events of September 11, and the subsequent U.S. presence in both Afghanistan and Iraq. • Excellent sales for the first edition • Islam is the fastest growing religion in America, with more than six million devoted followers • Features an expanded section on women in Islam, including their status within the Taliban, and the Islamic practice of polygamy
Author : Leslie Bilderback CMB
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 31,90 MB
Release : 2007-02-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1440626057
How to thrive in one of today’s top ten “dream professions.” Despite the long hours, arduous training, and grueling physical work, the allure of being a professional chef has made it one of the fastest growing career markets in America today. In this must-have guide, a master chef and baker gives practical, up-to-date advice on everything aspiring chefs (and expert chefs looking for the next career move) need to know, including how to apprentice at a five-star restaurant, connect with renowned chefs and bakers, open their own restaurant, and much, much more. • Expert author with decades of restaurant experience. • One of today’s top ten “dream professions” in America. • Culinary institutes have seen an explosion in their enrollment of between 50% to 100% annually. • Covers gourmet restaurants, upscale hotels, catering, specialty food shops, gourmet takeout, bakeries, and much more.
Author : Mary Mitchell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 33,57 MB
Release : 2002-01-18
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 0786548347
Mary Mitchell, Ms. Demeanor herself, takes you through Y2K and beyond with The Complete Idiot's Guide to Etiquette, Second Edition. Topics covered include gifts and e-commerce: can you "wrap" an electronic gift?, telecommuting and the home office: the impact on family and friends, and volunteering: the fine line between being Mother Theresa and Lady Bountiful. This title also includes an updated section on weddings, plus tips from the expert on dining on the run, takeout, new tipping systems, and manners at Mickey D's. Other topics include privacy, diversity, and harassment issues on the job, E-mail etiquette and computer manners, and saying the right thing--is small talk dead?