Craft Work

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF WRITING with fresh testimonials from fellow writers about why they love Stephen King and On Writing—and a few new words on the joy of writing from King himself. *ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S TOP 100 NONFICTION BOOKS OF ALL TIME* Immensely helpful and illuminating to any...

A philosopher/mechanic's wise (and sometimes funny) look at the challenges and pleasures of working with one's hands “This is a deep exploration of craftsmanship by someone with real, hands-on knowledge. The book is also quirky, surprising, and sometimes quite moving.” —Richard Sennett...

How we can meet the challenges of our age by moving away from the political and economic philosophies of both the left and right to a more equitable re-organization of society, economy, land and food production, driven by the local community rather than a central government.

GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK ""The Change is like a guttural rage scream (and somehow a soft, tearful hug) of a book, and I couldn't have loved it any more."" --Emily Henry Big Little Lies meets The Witches of Eastwick—a gloriously entertaining and knife-sharp revenge fantasy about...

**Crafted to Last Crafting Leather Masterpieces from Workbench to Wardrobe** Immerse yourself in the time-honored craft of leatherworking with "Crafted to Last," your comprehensive guide to creating durable and elegant leather goods that stand the test of time. Whether you are nurturing a hobby or honing your professional skills, this eBook is your quintessential companion through the intricate world of leather. Delve into the rich history of leathercraft and explore the evolution of the modern leatherworker. Begin your journey by understanding the various leather types and their unique ...

Hecate’s Torch: The Enduring Power and Mystery of the Goddess of Witchcraft explores the fascinating history, mythology, and spiritual significance of one of the most powerful and misunderstood goddesses in human history. From her ancient Greek origins to her role in modern witchcraft and Wicca, Hecate has remained a timeless symbol of transformation, wisdom, and mystery. Across ten richly detailed chapters, this book traces Hecate’s journey from guardian of crossroads and thresholds to a central figure in contemporary paganism. Readers will discover how she became associated with the ...

Peter Seibel interviews 15 of the most interesting computer programmers alive today in Coders at Work, offering a companion volume to Apress’ highly acclaimed best-seller Founders at Work by Jessica Livingston. As the words “at work” suggest, Peter Seibel focuses on how his interviewees tackle the day-to-day work of programming, while revealing much more, like how they became great programmers, how they recognize programming talent in others, and what kinds of problems they find most interesting.

Take control of your own life! Learn powerful witchcraft tools for self-connection, actualization, and boundless opportunities for change. Do you want to get started with witchcraft but are afraid of making mistakes? Do you wish you could change your life through manifestation and connect more deeply with yourself? Do you want to live up to your full potential and harness the power of witchcraft? If you said YES, then brace yourself — you’re about to uncover all the answers in Practical Witchcraft: A Guide to Magickal Mindset, Spells and Finding Your True Inner Witch by Lex Petersil! ...

Are you tired of working for someone else, dreaming of a business you can build with your own hands—and your own creativity? Ignite Your Passion isn’t just a guidebook—it’s a spark, a matchstick, and a roaring fire for entrepreneurs ready to take control of their future. Whether you’re a total beginner or a hobbyist with a dusty laser engraver sitting in your garage, this book walks you step-by-step through transforming a passion into profit. You’ll learn the tools, techniques, and trade secrets that successful laser engraving businesses use every day—from selecting the right ...

You probably play a lot of poker tournaments — but how well do you really understand the game?

Step beyond the edge of the ordinary world and into the living mysteries of hedge witchcraft. For centuries, witches have spoken of crossing the veil, practicing spirit flight, and walking between the worlds to commune with the dead, the land spirits, and the unseen powers. Crossing the Hedge is a comprehensive guide to hedge witchcraft, liminal magick, and Otherworld journeying, offering the rituals, tools, and grounded practices you need to safely navigate the spirit realm. Rooted in animism, folklore, and traditional witchcraft, this book reveals how hedge-crossing works—and how modern...

Today, even as so many of us spend hours in front of screens and in the virtual world, there is a growing movement that recognizes the power in the personal, the imperfect, the handmade. Eric Gorges, a metal shaper, taps into that hunger to get back to what's "real" through visits with the fellow artisans he has profiled for his popular public television program. In this book, he tells their stories and shares the collective wisdom of calligraphers, potters, stone carvers, glassblowers, engravers, wood workers, and more while celebrating the culture they've created.

This is the fifth book in the HFS Core Curriculum. For best results, each book is meant to be gone through in the order they are listed as they build on the prior one. Energy work is the foundation of what we live and practice as witches. Any witch has the potential but it takes practice to gain proficiency. If your spells don't work - it's your energy work that needs practice. In this book, we dive into the techniques and exercises taught to traditional hereditary witches from an early age. These techniques and exercises are appropriate for all ages and ability levels. Variations of the ...

Things are going great for Penny Slipper. Running a sewing shop in the middle of the English countryside is like a dream come true and she’s got her colourful cousin Izzy and her corgi, Monty, to keep her entertained. Her grandma’s eightieth birthday is coming up soon and Penny and Izzy are busier than ever, making fancy dress costumes for the party guests. However, Penny’s dream life is thrown into chaos when a murdered woman is found in the bathroom of her cosy flat above the shop. With the doors and the windows all locked, no one can understand how this mystery corpse got there.

After losing her job at an exclusive London hotel, Penny Slipper is only too happy to help when her grandma asks her to take charge at the Cozy Craft sewing shop in charming rural Suffolk. With cousin Izzy on hand as the expert dressmaker and Penny’s head for business, what can possibly go wrong? But Penny’s in town for less than a day when the local librarian is poisoned and Penny fears she might even be accidentally responsible. Penny and Izzy are forced to turn detectives to uncover the true cause of death, while finishing a costume commission for their first customer.

Imagine effortlessly creating unforgettable events that leave your guests in awe. With "Event Planning Mastery: Your Ultimate Guide to Crafting Unforgettable Experiences!", you'll unlock the secrets to transforming ordinary gatherings into extraordinary experiences. As you flip through the content, you'll find yourself captivated by the expert advice and powerful techniques that will elevate your event planning skills to new heights. "Event Planning Mastery" is the one book you need to master every aspect of event planning, from setting clear objectives to executing flawless event-day ...

The Pagan Bible is exactly that book. Whether you’re exploring Paganism for the first time, deepening an existing practice, or returning to the path after years away, this is the most complete and empowering guide you’ll ever need.

Spellwork is a living practice—one built on understanding, intention, and skill. The Crooked Path of Spell Work is a practical, grounded guide for practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of how spells truly function. Written from a traditional witchcraft perspective, this book focuses on the inner mechanics of spellwork, offering readers the tools to work with greater clarity, confidence, and consistency. Rather than relying on borrowed wording or surface-level ritual, this work teaches spellcraft as a coherent system—one that can be adapted, refined, and strengthened over ...

Edited by iconic musician Kim Gordon and esteemed writer Sinéad Gleeson, this powerful collection of award-winning female creators shares their writing about the female artists that matter most to them. This book is for and about the women who kicked in doors, as pioneers of their craft or...

An essential how-to for crafting a guiding motto that sets intentions, increases creativity, and helps accomplish your goals, from Stanford University's world-renowned Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, aka the d.school. We all need agency to feel the power and joy of acting in the face of...