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Are you ready to unlock the world of Kumihimo braiding and create beautiful, intricate pieces of jewelry, accessories, and more? Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine your skills, this book is your perfect guide to mastering this ancient Japanese art form.
What You'll Learn:

• Step-by-step instructions to create stunning Kumihimo braids using a kumihimo disk
• The best techniques for simple Kumihimo projects, from bracelets to necklaces and even keychains
• How to choose the right threads like satin, silk, and nylon for different projects
• How to tie off your braids securely without fraying
• Easy-to-follow Kumihimo patterns for making beautiful, colorful designs
• The perfect beginner-friendly Kumihimo projects that will help you practice and improve your braiding skills

Whether you're interested in DIY friendship bracelets or making a unique beaded wrap bracelet, this book will guide you through every step. Kumihimo braiding isn't just about technique-it's a creative and fun journey, and with this guide, you'll be able to enjoy it to the fullest!
Take the first step towards creating your own unique jewelry and accessories with Kumihimo Braiding for Beginners. Start braiding today and discover how easy and fun this ancient craft can be!

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring

Energy is vital for a good standard of living, and affordable sources of power that do not cause climate change or pollution are crucial. Renewable energy is recognised as providing the answer, with countries from around the world deciding at COP28 in 2023 to aim to triple the global renewable energy capacity by 2030, for the transition away from fossil fields to be on track for net-zero emissions by 2050.

This Very Short Introduction describes the main sources of renewable energy- solar PV, wind, hydropower, and biomass - their innovative technologies, and what each could deliver. It also discusses the relatively small contributions expected from tidal, wave, geothermal, and nuclear power, and from carbon capture and storage. Nick Jelley presents how the variability of solar PV and wind power can be handled in an electricity grid predominantly powered by renewables, and discusses recent innovations in batteries and other energy storage technologies. Jelley goes on to explain the importance of decarbonising the huge global heat demand by using heat pumps, hydrogen from electrolysers, and electricity directly; and of changing to electric vehicles, which will decarbonise most of transport. Electrification of buildings, industry and transport for net-zero will roughly triple the supply of electricity, and this can be met predominantly by solar PV and wind power.

The learning effect has resulted in a dramatic drop in the price of wind and solar PV power in the last decade, making them the cheapest generators of electricity in most parts of the world. This could make powering the world by renewables considerably cheaper than continuing to burn fossil fuels. Jelley explores the challenges in achieving this; notably, geopolitical tensions, lack of grid infrastructure, permitting (planning) issues, the availability of finance in the global South, and the vested interests in fossil fuels. The Very Short Introduction ends by discussing the actions needed that include strong consistent policies, financial initiatives to take advantage of the long-term benefits of renewables, and good community involvement.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

From Shiva to Schrödinger offers a revelatory journey into the teachings of Trika Shaivism and their remarkable alignment with the discoveries of modern quantum physics. This thought-provoking book demonstrates how the profound insights of this ancient spiritual tradition predate and parallel the concepts emerging from the cutting-edge world of quantum mechanics.

With clarity and depth, the author illustrates how the Trika Shaivism philosophy anticipated many of the important discoveries that modern physicists are just beginning to comprehend. He delves into the heart of both ancient spirituality and contemporary science to showcase how concepts like non-duality, the interconnectedness of all existence, and the illusion of separation resonate powerfully with the latest scientific theories of entanglement, quantum superposition, and the observer effect.

All in all, From Shiva to Schrödinger is not just a bridge between ancient wisdom and contemporary insights; it is a beacon illuminating the path to a deeper understanding of our universe and ourselves. So, whether you are drawn to spiritual inquiry or scientific discovery, this book offers a transformative perspective that will enrich your contemporary quest for knowledge.

Calling all new teachers! Learn how to survive and thrive in your first year of teaching in this practical guide from an experienced teacher.

You've earned your teaching credentials, and it's time to start teaching in a classroom of your own. While it is incredibly exciting, the role of a first-year teacher is often filled with unforeseen challenges. So how do you prepare for the unexpected and avoid becoming overwhelmed3/4with the help of someone who has been in your shoes!

I'm a First Year Teacher, so Now What? is a practical guidebook from an experienced educator, Precious Townsend to help first-year teachers navigate the highs and lows of the classroom. From how to conduct yourself professionally to classroom management, Townsend provides real-world strategies, personal anecdotes, and advice to ensure that you not only survive but thrive in your first year of teaching. Unlike traditional educational textbooks for new teachers that focus on theory, this interactive guide emphasizes mental health and self-care tips. With a supportive, conversational tone, Townsend's step-by-step guidance makes you feel as though you have a personal mentor rather than just another how-to manual. Featuring interactive elements, including reflection prompts, planning templates, and other personalized approaches, the book builds confidence as you grow both personally and professionally. So, whether you're struggling to find your place or feeling burdened by the weight of job demands, I'm a First Year Teacher, so Now What? offers the right amount of support to empower you on your teaching career journey.

APRENDE A RECONOCER E INTERPRETAR LOS MENSAJES DE TUS ESPÍRITUS GUÍA

Laura Lynne Jackson es médium y disfruta de un don especial: puede comunicarse con personas ya fallecidas y transmitir mensajes de amor y sanación provenientes del Otro Lado. Estas habilidades son, sin duda, excepcionales, pero en ningún caso exclusivas de unos pocos. Tal como afirma la autora, todos podemos pedir y aprender a reconocer las señales que nos envían nuestros seres queridos, y también a interpretar sus mensajes: ellos encierran las claves que nos ayudarán a tomar nuevos caminos y a abrazar la vida y el amor de un modo completamente nuevo.

Jackson consigue trasladar lo místico a la vida cotidiana a través de historias de personas reales que han experimentado revelaciones o sincronicidades increíbles, como la mujer que, mientras esperaba con angustia que su esposo entrara a quirófano para ser operado del corazón, encontró un billete de dólar en el que aparecía escrito a boli el nombre de su hijo bebé, fallecido hacía años: era la señal de que el niño velaba por la salud de su padre desde el Otro Lado y acompañaba a su madre en aquellos duros momentos.

En un estilo inspirador y práctico, profundamente reconfortante y muy motivador, Señales nos invita a mirar más allá para comprender los sublimes planes del Universo y rendirnos a ellos.

Take a stroll past the sweetest city stores in this calming coloring book. Color 31 delicately hand-drawn illustrations that feature quaint restaurants, cozy bookstores, lively cafés, and more. You'll fall in love with this fictional town filled with character and charm, illustrated by artist Hannah Bee! The artwork is printed on one side only, and the pages are perforated for easy removal.

It Starts With Food outlines a clear, balanced, sustainable plan to change the way you eat forever--and transform your life in profound and unexpected ways.

Your success story begins with the Whole30(R), Dallas and Melissa Hartwig's powerful 30-day nutritional reset. Since 2009, their underground Whole30 program has quietly led tens of thousands of people to weight loss, enhanced quality of life, and a healthier relationship with food--accompanied by stunning improvements in sleep, energy levels, mood, and self-esteem. More significant, many people have reported the "magical" elimination of a variety of symptoms, diseases, and conditions in just 30 days, such as those associated with diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, acne, eczema, psoriasis, chronic fatigue, asthma, sinus infections, allergies, migraines, acid reflux, Crohn's, celiac disease, IBS, bipolar disorder, depression, Lyme disease, endometriosis, PCOS, autism, fibromyalgia, ADHD, hypothyroidism, arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.

Now, Dallas and Melissa detail not just the "how" of the Whole30, but also the "why," summarizing the science in a simple, accessible manner. It Starts With Food reveals how specific foods may be having negative effects on how you look, feel, and live--in ways that you'd never associate with your diet. More important, they outline their lifelong strategy for eating Good Food in one clear and detailed action plan designed to help you create a healthy metabolism, heal your digestive tract, calm systemic inflammation, and put an end to unhealthy cravings, habits, and relationships with food.

Infused with the Hartwigs' signature wit, tough love, and common sense, It Starts With Food is based on the latest scientific research and real-life experience, and includes testimonials, a detailed shopping guide, a meal-planning template, a Meal Map with creative, delicious recipes, and much more.

Once upon a time there was a sensible straight line who was hopelessly in love with a beautiful dot. But the dot, though perfect in every way, only had eyes for a wild and unkempt squiggle. All of the line's romantic dreams were in vain, until he discovered . . . angles! Now, with newfound self-expression, he can be anything he wants to be--a square, a triangle, a parallelogram. . . . And that's just the beginning! First published in 1963 and made into an Academy Award-winning animated short film, here is a supremely witty love story with a twist that reveals profound truths about relationships--both human and mathematical--sure to tickle lovers of all ages.

"Being the killjoy is often a joy unto itself, and Ahmed shows us how to embrace it in all its liberatory glory" (Ms. magazine)

Do you refuse to laugh at offensive jokes? Have you ever been accused of ruining dinner by pointing out your companion's sexist comment? Are you often told to stop being so "woke"? If so, you might be a feminist killjoy--and this handbook is for you. In this book, feminist theorist Sara Ahmed shows how killing joy can be a radical world-making project. 

Presenting sharp analysis of literature, film, and influential feminist works, and drawing on her own experiences as a queer feminist scholar-activist of color, Ahmed reveals the invaluable lessons of the feminist killjoy, from the importance of asking questions to the power of the eye roll. The Feminist Killjoy Handbook offers an outstretched hand to feminist killjoys everywhere and an essential intellectual guide to the transformative power of getting in the way.

A Boys' Love rom-com about a horny guy who wants to see his coworker's erotic expression!

Minamiya has a strange talent. Just by looking at someone, he can imagine what they'd look like when they're super turned on. In fact, he can't really stop. However, there's one exception--for some reason, he can't picture what his cute male coworker, Kitayama, would look like in the throes of passion. Unable to get these thoughts out of his head, a misunderstanding leads to the two men going out. But can the frisky Minamiya handle the real deal?

Twenty haunting stories from the Bram Stoker Award nominated, and bestselling author of Come With Me.

A man leaves rehab and tries to make a new life for himself, only to find the past closing in on him. A married couple on holiday have a bizarre encounter with a shiver of sharks. And, on Halloween night, a young boy learns the truth of the world from the strange and unsettling Mr Trueheart.

From London to Baltimore and many places in between, these stories claw through reality to find the horror deep within.

In Ronald Malfi's debut short story collection, the shadows in the dark are ever moving, ever hungry, and the darkness that lurks beneath the surface is never too far away...

This powerful guide draws on strategies from Black resistance movements and merges historical wisdom with modern technology to combat the DEI backlash and build sustainable workplace equity in today's hostile climate.

As the unprecedented backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion intensifies--with corporations dismantling initiatives, lawmakers passing anti-DEI legislation, and post-George Floyd promises abandoned--this tactical handbook arms advocates with revolutionary resistance strategies drawn from Black historical movements.

Dr. Janice Gassam Asare transforms centuries of Black resistance wisdom--from Underground Railroad networks to civil rights organizing tactics--into modern resistance plans, wielding ethical AI as a force multiplier to create sustainable change that outlasts corporate whims and political cycles.

Each chapter grounds modern workplace tactics in revolutionary approaches of more than twenty prominent Black historical figures, including the following:

• Ida B. Wells--Documentation techniques for workplace injustice inspired by her work
• Ella Baker and Fred Hampton--Coalition-building methods from the American civil rights movement
• Toni Morrison and Angela Davis--Narrative control strategies drawn from their celebrated writing

Whether you're a DEI practitioner navigating corporate pushback, an employee experiencing equity rollbacks, or a leader committed to sustainable inclusion, this handbook provides battle-tested strategies for preserving workplace equity--even in hostile environments.

This isn't just about surviving the backlash. It's about reimagining workplaces where everyone thrives.

A picturesque island. A shocking murder. A secret that could destroy everything.It's 1980, a time of peace and tranquility on a legendary island off the coast of New England. Inhabiting the island is a vibrant cast of locals that includes scallopers, tradespeople, and a mysterious recluse-the wealthiest man in Massachusetts. But that peace is shattered with the murder of a prominent lawyer, a pillar of the community.For Peter Christie, a journalist seeking a fresh start, the case is more than just a headline--it's a chance at redemption. As he delves into the island's secrets, he finds himself drawn to Haddie Danville, a determined conservation ranger. But Haddie, reeling from her grandfather's sudden death, begins to doubt both Peter and his true intentions.Determined to win Haddie back, Peter sets out to solve the murder, joining forces with a local detective, navigating a web of confounding islanders, and pressing closer and closer to the heart of the tightly coiled secret . . . a secret that threatens to tear apart the idyllic island.

A Crochet Year is a captivating collection of 20 projects made with the seasons in mind.

In Spring, prepare your home for the year ahead and decorate your dining table with pleasing raffia Placemats; create the perfect accessories for time spent outdoors in Summer with the Beach Mat and Sun Visor; welcome the Autumn reset and add a touch of luxury to the home with a beautiful patchwork Cushion and hunker down in the cold Winter months with an oversized Wrap.

The patterns are split into the four seasons, and each section will open with a delightful description of the sights and sounds of that time of year, providing plentiful inspiration for the projects ahead.

A Crochet Year encourages you to be mindful of nature's rhythms and rituals as you indulge in your creative crochet practice.