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From the founding of America's dance culture to today's square dance activity, follow the footsteps back in time to visit with some amazing people and dance events that depict the historical evolution of the modern American square dance. Based on real people and events, the historic stories are very readable and enjoyable style, revealing the lifestyles of those who contributed to bringing the joy of America's cultural dance to others. You will witness how dance affected the rhythm and lifestyle across the United States and then to foreign countries. It explores pattern dances reflecting on how various dance styles influenced another and the progression of dance. You will experience the expansion across this country and how dance was influenced along the way. You are taken to the Appalachian Mountain area to witness the Kentucky running set and to New England's quadrilles and contra dances. Memories of past dance experience is visited as its history comes alive through the evolution of dance traditions and a visit with our dance pioneers that influenced and impacted our lives. The time line on the evolution of the American Square Dance begins in Europe to the founding of America, through the Colonial times, the contribution of the African American influence and the western expansion, the depression period, the effect of the World War 11 and the growth that took place with the return of the American soldiers. We visit with George Washington and the political influence that took place at colonial dances, Eleanor Roosevelt dancing during the depression, Jimmy Carter bringing the Modern Western Square dance to the White House. Discover how the square dance brought democracy to Japan. Henry Ford's efforts in the revival of dance to Lloyd Shaw's western style impact on square dancing with his high school students Cheyenne Mountain School dancing tours. The building of roads and transportation improvements and the growth of the recording industries along with a proliferation of publications brought about a major growth in people getting together to dance. Dance choreography changes brought about the modern western square dance. Dance events and conventions flourished. You will visit with modern western square dance pioneers Charlie Baldwin, Bob Osgood and Stan and Cathie Burdick. This countries famous animator, Chuck Jones, involvement in square dancing is revealed. This book features many charts and timeline treasures listing movies that featured square dance scenes, square dance halls that came into being across the country and the many different dance gatherings. You will meet some of the women involved in square dancing. You will also visit delightful stories of the Brundage square dance family and the Tirrell round dance family. See how clothing trends followed our dance activity. Today's Modern Western Square Dance will continue to evolve and change. You will learn what efforts took place to preserve the history of the square dance activity. You will see the background of how round dancing complimented square dancing. Every page brings with it the enthusiasm for dancing. You are taken on an adventure that will broaden your perspective on dance and will make you want to be a part of the future dancing experience. It will please the casual reader, dance leaders and the dancer along with historians with its insight and behind the scene stories. It is the most complete and informative book bringing together all in one place everything you will ever want to know about the pleasures and joy in the human relationship of dance. The historical documentation in this book brings the reader through the past years and creates the opportunity so that the future of social dance can continue to be a contributing factor.

Lynette Jenson knows what quilters want and her techniques guarantee beautiful results every time.

A quilter and quilt teacher for over 20 years, Lynette shares her definitive colour patterns and her successful techniques for rotary cutting, strip piecing, fusible applique, primitive stitching, and so much more. She shares decorating tips and ideas for using quilts in the home, from bed quilts to tablecloths to tree skirts. A special section is devoted to colour photos of quilts in Lynette Jenson's home.

Inside, wedding consultant Diane Warner suggests hundreds of clever ways to make your special even extra-special. These are fun and romantic touches that are fast, affordable, easy for anyone to do...and, in the making, all the more meaningful.

Reflecting an inspiring new approach to interior design, this book shows how you can use flowers to transform the rooms of a modern home into havens of beauty and tranquility.

In his latest book, Calder walks the reader through the repair, maintenance, and setting up of the boat's primary systems, including the electrical system, electronics equipment, generator sets, solar panels, wind and water generators, the engine, transmission, pumps, steering, waste disposal systems, and more. Destined to become a highly trusted companion aboard all types of boats for years to come.

The coveted private course in curtain and drapery making from the world's leading expert. Complete with lavish color photography, "Caroline Wrey's Complete Curtain Making Course" presents in detail her acclaimed instruction. 250 color photos.

From America's best-known knot authority, here is a complete and indispensable guide to more than 100 knots. Whether you want to tie lines together, lash oars in place, attach the foot of a sail to a boom, or extend a towing line, the knot you need, with variations for specific conditions, is here.

The uses, advantages, and disadvantages of every type of knot are clearly explained. The author explains how to tie each one, using concise, step-by-step instructions, all illustrated by simple, easy-to-understand line drawings. The book closes with a helpful glossary of terms.

A great guide telling how to find (and bargain for) antiques and other treasures in the U.S. and Canada, this book also contains additional tips for the best places to eat, stay, and shop nearby. The compact size makes it easy to tote along. Photos.

Get creative with your crocheting. Crochet Kids' Toys & Treasures is an instructional crochet booklet that is packed with fun projects for unique crochet items, like Hacky Sacks, Backpack Dangles, Headband and Flower Pin, Jelly Yarn Purse, Fingerless Gloves, Color-Stripe Beanie, Snuggle-Up Blanket, Pencil Toppers, and Crochet Stitches. Each booklet includes an abbreviations section at the front.

Kristin Omdahl's Crochet So Fine takes crocheted clothing from fussy to fashionable! By working with thinner yarns and more flexible stitches, crocheters can produce garments that are stylish and comfortable, figure-flattering without being form-fitting and great for layering. And just because the yarn is thin doesn't mean crocheters need to use the smallest of hooks, fine crochet can be quick and easy, too.

Crocheters begin by exploring techniques specific to crocheting with fine yarns: gauge, blocking, and garment construction tips to maximize drape. Then they can choose from 20 projects including stunning crocheted pullovers, cardigans, jackets, capes, shawls, scarves, hats, and more. Many of the projects only require one or two skeins of yarn. The designs are interesting to make, using clever stitch motifs, innovative and traditional shaping methods, and a variety of crochet techniques and embellishment ideas. In addition to a variety of stitch patterns, motifs, and techniques, Crochet So Fine includes tutorials with detailed illustrations and instruction on Tunisian crochet, broomstick crochet, and hairpin lace. The garments include couture details such as colorwork, beading, lace, ruffles, tiers, and more. All stitch motifs include charts, and the specialized techniques include how-to sections.

Hats are the ideal small knitting project and make a great gift for anyone in the family. Learn the basics and create six knitted hat styles that suit just about everyone! Easy-Knit Hats is a detailed knitting booklet that includes six hat knitting patterns: Easy Knit Hat, Hat Nation, Color Therapy Slip Stitch Hat, Flower Power Hat, Shout Out Loud Hat, and Color Block Hat. Designed with beginners in mind, these stylish, traditional projects have helpful introductions, sizing information, and step-by-step photos.

Whether you're having that nesting feeling or you're looking forward to an addition to your clan, making gifts for babies can occupy your thoughts and your time for nine months and beyond. From the heart of a mother of four children, through the aesthetic and expertise of a top-notch professional children's designer, and infused with the French sense of style: Here are thirty-five comfortable and practical gifts for baby, each one boasting an elegant, refined, and luxurious style. The projects are organized into five sections: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bathtime, Clothing, and The Bedroom. Most projects are very easy and can take about an hour to complete. Crafting techniques, including sewing, knitting, woodworking, decorative painting, and applique, produce delightful gifts for a baby such as a cap of boiled wool, little slippers, a simple bodysuit trimmed with lace, kimono pajamas, a quilt, a toy box, and a decorated baby bottle.

The intarsia knitting technique allows you create patterns with multiple colors that fit together easily with no extra, bulky yarn pieces. First Time Intarsia Knitting is an informative booklet and the go-to guide for knitting lovers who want to go the extra mile for professional and colorful projects. Learn the step-by-step basics to make your multi-colored knits a success, as well as four gorgeous projects to try.

Neither snow nor sleet can keep flowers from enriching the atmosphere in winter, and chic London floral designer Jane Packer knows the most wonderful ways to arrange them.

A granny square is a piece of square fabric produced in crochet by working in rounds from the center outward. Granny squares are made separately and then assembled to create a blanket. Since you work on small pieces one at a time, this technique is perfect for those who are new to crocheting.

A crocheting basics section provides techniques, abbreviations, and the instructions needed to make the 12 granny square projects included in this step-by-step booklet.