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Pattern cutting, or pattern making, is an essential yet complex skill for every fashion designer to master. Pattern Cutting: The Architecture of Fashion demystifies the pattern cutting process and clearly demonstrates pattern fundamentals, enabling you to construct in both 2D and 3D, and quickly get to grips with basic blocks, shape, sleeves, collars, trousers, pockets and finishes.

Pat Parish approaches the subject of pattern cutting through proportion, balance, line and form, identifying key shapes and structures from the catwalk and translating them into 3D through cutting,...

In the present day, amateur mechanic and racing driver Stuart Robson undertakes a daring project--to build his very own touring race car out of a standard road-production car. But with every project comes its problems. Having found out in his teenage years that he is autistic, he has been able to overcome every problem in his life. But now in his twenty-first year, he undergoes his toughest yet. The close encounters of a female kind. Strap yourself in for you're about to read and ride on the Wheels of Thunder.

In the present day, amateur mechanic and racing driver Stuart Robson undertakes a daring project--to build his very own touring race car out of a standard road-production car. But with every project comes its problems. Having found out in his teenage years that he is autistic, he has been able to overcome every problem in his life. But now in his twenty-first year, he undergoes his toughest yet. The close encounters of a female kind. Strap yourself in for you're about to read and ride on the Wheels of Thunder.

With prices for the older Mercedes-Benz models, such as the 'Pagoda' and W107 SLs heading ever higher, many enthusiasts are now starting to look at the R129 series SL. Produced from 1989-2001, it combined timeless elegance, luxury and effortless performance, with V12 engines available for the first time. The R129 was the last SL with a detachable hardtop and - for many Mercedes fans - the last to be built to the marque's legendary standards of construction.

With that sophistication came new levels of equipment and unprecedented complexity. For would-be buyers today, there are more...

The support you need to be successful with weight-loss surgery

If you're considering weight-loss surgery, or have already had it, you're probably filled with expectations, concerns--and a million questions. Author Melissa deBin-Parish knows what you're going through. She and her husband, Dan, lost a combined 300 pounds after their surgeries in 2003. Melissa went from a size 24 to a size 4, dramatically improved her life, and started her own support group to help other patients find the same success. Today, her website is one of the most popular and informed support groups...

Amelia Bedelia, America's favorite housekeeper, had a childhood full of surprises, mischief, and hilarious misunderstandings. In this illustrated chapter book adventure, just right for fans of Judy Moody and Ivy + Bean, young Amelia Bedelia piles into the family car and takes a road trip with her family. This is the third book in the Amelia Bedelia chapter book series and is just right for newly independent readers ready for a more challenging vocabulary and books with chapters.

Amelia Bedelia takes everything literally and that leads to all kinds of silly misunderstandings. Tripping...

Faith leads to a surprising romance in Kathy Parish's touching debut, "Freely Given."

Katie Moore, an unassuming teacher at a small Christian college, has her life turned upside down when a lottery ticket, given to her by her prison-bound father, turns her into an instant millionaire.

Quitting her job, she moves to her grandparents' old Southern home and makes plans to settle into a quiet and comfortable life as a writer.

But her plans suddenly change after she donates one million dollars to the local church.

When the origin behind Katie's money is brought to light, pastor Chad...

The last rotary-engined car built, Mazda's RX-8 provides a unique driving experience. Until you've tried one, it's hard to imagine how smooth its free-revving engine really is, or how enjoyable its handling. With comfortable space for four, it can be practical too.

Like most Japanese cars, the RX-8 is generally well built, but the rotary engine can suffer from hot starting and rotor tip wear issues, which can prove expensive to put right. Extensive back-up from owner forums and independent specialists - listed in the guide - mean that these problems can be addressed, but choosing a...