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These are great for stencil borders
For anyone who hasn't used "Art Deco" stencils. This book will have many styles for you to see, and chose. The cover will give you an idea of what kind of stencils they mostly have. The sizes are from 8" (in) to 2" (In.) These are copyright free. But they have other info. on what you can, can't do. Art Deco Cut & Use Stencils
This is a great source book for Art Deco designs. It contains 51 stencil motifs to use directly or to modify if you wish.It suggests some color combinations on the book's jacket for some Art Deco inspiration.Thestencils are printed on heavy grade stencil paper. However, the stencilsthemselves are in black and white to enable you to cut them out easily.Read more

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Reviews (15)

Great Entertaining Guide
I haven't started using any of the techniques from this book. I will say that it is entertaining simply to read through it and get ideas from the many pictures.

amazing diaromas
this book has many tips. � recommend all modeller especialy for beginer. after � read this book my diaromas have a lot of detail. this book enlarge your imagination and you wish make very realistic and detailed diaromas. thanks forSheperd Paine

Best Diorama How Too
I purchased this book along with the Verlinden Vol 1 and I must say that there is a big diffrence in information.Paine has much more explanation of the planning and building process than the Verlinden books. It covers a lot in just one book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Diorama    4. Hobbies/Crafts    5. Models    6. Models and modelmaking   

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Great intro to electric R/C models
This is the best book on electric powered aircraft I have found. There's a good explanation of electric motor characteristics, requirements, etc., always put into a context that peopler new to electrics can relate to. The explanations of theory are just what you need to know, with no useless charts like some other books. He also steers clear of wasting space on specific manufacturer's motors, sticking to useful generalities and a few examples.Read more

Subjects:  1. Airplanes    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts / Hobbies    4. Electric motors    5. Hobbies/Crafts    6. Models    7. Radio control    8. Model aircraft    9. Model engineering   

Subjects:  1. Industrial Design - General    2. Technology & Industrial Arts    3. Models & model-making    4. Woodworking   

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Excellent Bookto keep forever!!
Being boating enthusiasts, this book provided our family with the detailed information neededto keep "our baby" (Boat) in tip top shape!We have been looking for answers tothe many questions concerning grooming and upkeep of our boat for years. We just ordered two more copies to pass onto other boating friends, as well.
Gold
Excellent book, buy it.Packed with insightful tips for the novice.If you are set to begin a boat project, start here.

already wearing it out
I love it, it gives so much info that, I have already read thru it twice to get it right. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Boating - Boatbuilding    2. Boating - General    3. Boating And Sailing    4. Boats and boating    5. Maintenance and repair    6. Models    7. Ships & Shipbuilding - Engineering    8. Sports    9. Sports & Recreation    10. Transportation    11. Boating    12. Shipbuilding technology & engineering    13. Sports & Recreation / Boating   

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Scroll saw pictures- Frank Pozsgai
I was disappointed with the book.I hoped the book would describe in details, different ways to create a complete and meaningful scroll saw picture from any scene or a picture. What to include or what not to includeto get desired effect with minimum lines and cuts etc.Unfortunately, thereis no such discussion or guidance where one can learn and apply to createyour own pictures. The 'wolf pack' picture described in the book doesexplain how to scroll saw the picture.The book is more of a scroll sawpattern book. ... Read more

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Reviews (7)

Unsatisfactory
Amazon indicated this item was in stock when I ordered it more than a week ago.I got an Email today telling me it hasn't shipped yet, but is "in process" and I will get it 23 Feb (2 more weeks).They also say I can't change my order now since it's "in process".I figured it's because they probably don't really have it in stock, so I went to the order page and they say there that it's in stock and would ship in 2 to 3 days (same as when I ordered).I'll never place another order with Amazon.They can keep the book and my money.They don't offer a link, phone number, or anything to contact their customer service, so I used this forum. I don't like being treated this way.

Best book for you newbies
This is by far the best book on rebuilding big block mopars for novices out there. Step my step instructions tons of pictures and information. If you have never rebuilt an engine before i recomend this book

By far the best engine book I've seen
I have rebuilt many engines of many different brands, I have read MANY books on rebuilding these engines, and this book by FAR is the best book I have seen, It gives step by step instructions and it makes doing it SOOO easy, even if you have never picked up a wrench, with this book you can rebuild a Big Block Mopar.This book actually makes doing work fun and easy.This book is a MUST for any person who wants to rebuild a BB Mopar and build it right.Read more

Subjects:  1. Automobile Engine    2. Automobiles    3. Automotive    4. Automotive - General    5. Chrysler automobile    6. Crafts & Hobbies    7. Engines    8. Hobbies/Crafts    9. Models    10. Modification    11. Motors    12. Automotive technology    13. Engines & power transmission    14. Transportation / Automotive / General   

Reviews (5)

Practical physics fun
Superior instructions for children of all ages. Specific building instructions for all types of bridges and many challenges.

Wonderful!
A great book with wonderful illustrations and great projects.Very useful in both the classroom and at home.A real find!!

Wonderful writing and alot of fun!
This is a great book for kids. It very clearly, but very simply shows kids how bridges works. It also walks them through creating bridges in their homes to showcase how these concepts work. Oh, and there is even a recipe for how to make cement!Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Bridges    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 4-6    5. General    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Bridges, tunnels & other structures    9. Models & model-making   

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Monumental, Definitive, and a Must Have
I received my first set of old Britains lead toy soldiers when I was five years old.Two sets, actually, the cavalry and infantry display sets of Union and Confederate troops of the American Civil War were under theChristmas tree and I played with them until they literally fell apart,except for one Union infantryman which I still have. A splendid century.
This lavishly illustrated history of the world's greatest manfacturer of toy soldiers is a must for fans of William Britain's company. From the early hollow metal days through the years of great plastic models to therecent resurgence of metals, it's all in here. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques / Collectibles    3. Antiques/Collectibles    4. Britains Petite Ltd    5. Britains Petite Ltd.    6. Catalogs    7. Dolls    8. England    9. Military miniatures    10. Reference - General    11. Technical & Manufacturing Trades    12. 20th century    13. Antiques & Collectables    14. History of engineering & technology    15. Model figures for war games etc    16. Reference works    17. United Kingdom, Great Britain    18. c 1800 to c 1900   

Reviews (17)

A solid reference for model rocketeers
Model rocketry has come a long way since this book's first edition was published and the book does a great job of covering the basics of "How to get started" while addressing the ever expanding set of topics being introduced 40+ years later.The book provides some of the hobby's history and the 'hows and whys' of model rocketry.The book balances detail such as mathematics to compute aeronautical computations with rules of thumb one can use if science and math are not as interesting as building and safely launching a cool model rocket.While the book does not comprehensively cover mid and high power model rocketry topics, it does address some of the basics for those 'moving up'.Photos and illustrations are great.

Handbook of Model Rocketry
This is truely the most definitive book on model rocketry.A must have for all model rocket enthusists.

Gives more than enough information on Model Rocketry.
I use this manual to help me teach both Sea Cadets and CAP Cadets about Model Rocketry.Or more to the point, I use parts of it.Even though the late Mr. Stine had ensured that this book is fully comprehensive, It can have a tad TOO MUCH information.Still, the book does not detract from telling the reader how good, fun, and educational Model Rocketry is. I would recommend it for educators and advanced Model Rocketeers who wish to take their interest to the next level. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Aeronautics & Astronautics    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts / Hobbies    4. Hobbies/Crafts    5. Models    6. Rockets (Aeronautics)    7. Crafts & Hobbies / Models    8. Mechanical Engineering & Materials   

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Good for ideas
This is Verlinden's first book on dioramas, and it includes quite a lot of them. Each diorama gets, on the average, a couple of photos (the photography is top notch), and a brief description of the used kits. Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts & Hobbies / Models    4. Diorama    5. History    6. Military    7. Military - General    8. Models   

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Hobbies/Crafts    4. Models    5. Model aircraft   

Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques/Collectibles    3. Automobiles    4. Catalogs    5. Collectors and collecting    6. Crafts / Hobbies    7. Hot Wheels toys    8. Models    9. Prices    10. Toys    11. Antiques & collectables: toys, games & models    12. History of specific subjects    13. Motor cars: general interest    14. c 1960 to c 1970    15. c 1970 to c 1980   

Reviews (4)

Excellent Book
I got this book for my daughter after she learned a little balloon making in camp. She loves it and is able to make the shapes with no adult help. There are some very cute balloon ideas in this book. My daughter says, "I'm nine years old and I think if you know a few twists, you'll love it. Most things are easy to make and a lot of fun if you like doing balloons. I hope you try it."

Disappointing, but entertaining
If you are in need of new jokes to crack while you create balloon shapes, this is a nice resource. If you want to create recognizable balloon animals, you will find better instructions in other balloon books. You must have some experience
This book is contain many form of animals with one 260 Q balloon. It's a good book but you must have some experience to twist with it. This book is not in colour pages. Your customer will like it but you must do some joke while you twist any. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Balloon sculpture    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts / Hobbies    4. Decorating    5. General    6. Hobbies/Crafts    7. Hobbies, quizzes & games    8. Models & model-making   

Subjects:  1. Crafts / Hobbies    2. History    3. History - Military / War    4. Military    5. Military - Aviation    6. Military - General    7. Military - World War II    8. Models    9. Air forces & warfare    10. History / Military / General    11. Model aircraft   

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Great book!
The book all model railroader must have. Blueprints are perfect to check dimensions of models and there is also the models' histories.

A must have for steam enthusiasts
Maybe I looked at a different book than the previous reviewer. This is dynamite. It's obviously great for model makers, but I like it just for the reference info and the photographs. Couple this with Drury's Guide to NorthAmerican Steam Locomotives and it's a great reference set.

Good review of many steam engines for modeling.
This is a good overview of mostly standard guage steam engines.There are some good drawings that could be used to create or enhance an engine model.There is very little information on narrow guage and none on two footguage engines. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Hobbies/Crafts    4. Model Railroading    5. Reference    6. Model railways   

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a new chapter for hot wheels collectors
I just got got this book today and It was more than I expected there were tons and tons of pictures, mr. zarnock give yourself a pat on the back because you did one heke of a job.

Unbelievable!!!!
The first Edition was great, but this one is even better. All updated prices and photos. There are so many pictures, I spend most of my time just looking at them.Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Reference - Price Guides    6. Toy Arts And Crafts    7. Toys    8. Antiques & collectables: toys, games & models    9. Model cars & road vehicles   

Reviews (6)

You could not find better than this book in modeling area.
I only make 1/72 scaled mordern airplane model. I've refered this book much although it devoed to 1/48 scale. Disappointed
This book looks very good for someone building plastic model airplanes.It is worthless for a scratch builder of balsa models (which I am).

great ideas and tips for all
Mr. Ashey seems to know what he's talking about.This book covers a wide range of topics centered around altering and adding detail to your models.Lots of techniques for begginers to advanced modelers with simple tips tocreate the effects you want.He sometimes uses tools that most of us don'thave, and doesn't always explain their uses, (i.e. working w/ resin andsuperglue) but on the whole a Very informative book.I would suggest itfor anyone who wants to get more out of their model than what comes in thebox. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Airplanes    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts / Hobbies    4. Design and construction    5. Hobbies/Crafts    6. Models    7. Hobbies, Quizzes & Games   

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Great concept, inadequate design
The car barely moved in the spring sun, and while it does better on a blazing day there still ought be some more margin of error, especially with the high price (Amazon's is good).The children I built this with were very disappointed.I will try adding more solar cells.Also the cardboard to me seemed likely to wear out, especially if the holes get enlarged.Overall a really neat concept but really the most important thing is that the car work first time out. Try again, Klutz.

Great learning tool for kids!
Recent generations have done an impressive job of polluting the Earth. Our children's generation will have to be considerably more successful in using greener energy sources. An educational and fun book that teaches children about solar power is The Solar Car Book. This book contains a build-it-yourself solar car kit with parts and instructions needed to build a solar car! Solar Car Works in Phoenix
During a sunny day in Phoenix, the solar car works great and stops when it goes under the shade.With less intense sun light, a little push may be helpful to over come the friction at the start.Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - General    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 3-4    4. Crafts & Hobbies - General    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Models & model-making   

Reviews (4)

Excellent project!
I was given this as a gift and I thoroughly enjoyed it. You have to take your time with this and its going to take quite a few hours to make. It looks really good when complete. If you have never worked with paper or origami or any kind of similar craft this will be a challenge. Overall it was excellent.
"crammed with historical detail" (from the back of the book)
This little project took two adults a long Friday night and all day Saturday to put together, but the finished product was a big hit with the giftee.My fingers are still numb from using the scissors, and I would have given up 15 times, but my partner soldiered on (or should I say knighted) so I had to follow suit.I wouldn't have bought it if I'd known what I was getting into, but now I'm glad we did it.

Very hard for a beginner, but fabulous looking when done
I've never done any modeling, but I thought this would be an interesting project to do with my 7-year-old since we're studying the Middle Ages over the summer.I spent a week trying to put the thing together.It says to use quick drying glue, but gave no suggestions.Several of the glues I used just didn't stick to the slick surface.Finally, I gave up.I was visiting my Dad the next week and he does balsa model airplanes as a hobby.He told me that paper is one of the hardest modeling materials.We spent many hours over the next week putting it together.Not all the pieces fit correctly and had to be modified.(One of the towers was too big around, for instance.)We also mounted it on a piece of corrugated carboard, which helped with the stability of the whole thing.He taught me some of the tricks of the trade and we used 4 different types of glue, depending on the situation.When we were finished, it looked fabulous, but it was really difficult. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - Cut & Assemble    2. Architecture    3. Children's 9-12 - Crafts / Hobbies    4. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 4-6    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Europe    8. History    9. Interactive & activity books & packs    10. Models & model-making    11. c 1000 CE to c 1500