Archive for December, 2014

Design Star: Lessons from the New York School of Flower Design by Michael Gaffney
English | January 1, 2014 | ISBN: 0989925803 | 228 pages | EPUB/MOBI/AZW3 | 13/14/14 MB

In the current economy, prospective brides, party givers, and commercial businesspeople are looking for ways to create their own sophisticated floral arrangements rather than hire expensive third parties. Featuring a well-known designer’s foolproof methods, this lush guidebook brings readers into the world of the professional with secrets, tips, and formulas for great design, including step-by-step instructions on everything from Classic English design to Exotic Tropical design. With more than 400 color photos detailing dozens of start-to-finish arrangements, the book provides a beautiful display of finished projects for readers to replicate. It also guides them through the basics of opening a flower shop or becoming a professional flower designer.

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Build and Program Your Own LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robots by Marziah Karch
English | December 20, 2014 | ISBN: 0789751852 | 384 pages | EPUB/MOBI/AZW3 | 10/14/13 MB

Build and Program Your Own LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 Robots. Absolutely no experience needed! Build and program amazing robots with the new LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3!

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Digital Lighting and Rendering (3rd Edition) (Voices That Matter) by Jeremy Birn
English | November 21, 2013 | ISBN: 0321928989 | 464 pages | PDF | 27,2 MB

Learn the fine art and craft of digital lighting and rendering from an experienced pro whose lighting work you’ve seen in blockbuster films such as Monsters University, Toy Story 3, Up, WALL-E, Ratatouille, and The Incredibles. Jeremy Birn draws on his wealth of industry and teaching experience to provide a thoroughly updated edition of what has become the standard guide to digital lighting and rendering. Using beautiful, full-color examples; a friendly, clear teaching style; and a slew of case studies and tutorials, Jeremy demonstrates how to create strategic lighting for just about any project using any 3D application. By explaining not just how to use various lighting techniques but why, this guide provides the grounding graphics pros need to master Hollywood lighting techniques.

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Adobe Illustrator CC Classroom in a Book: The Official Training Workbook from Adobe Systems By Adobe Creative Team
2013 | 480 Pages | ISBN: 0321929497 | PDF | 269 MB

The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Illustrator CC

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Michelle Phan, “Make Up: Your Life Guide to Beauty, Style, and Success–Online and Off”
2014 | ISBN: 080413734X | 240 pages | EPUB, AZW3 | 58 MB

Michelle Phan has believed in makeup since the first time she was allowed to try eyeliner. When she looked in the mirror and saw a transformed version of herself looking back, she fell in love with the sense of confidence that makeup could give her. Ever since she posted her first makeup tutorial on YouTube, she has dedicated herself to inspire millions by using makeup as a tool for transformation and self expression.

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iPad Portable Genius, 3rd Edition by Paul McFedries
English | December 3, 2014 | ISBN: 1118932145 | 352 pages | EPUB/MOBI/AZW3 | 10 MB

Learn the Genius tips and tricks that will make your iPad even better. iPad Portable Genius is a practical, easy to read guide to getting the most out of your iPad. Written in a clear, no-nonsense style, this full-color resource describes the tips and tricks you may not discover on your own. You’ll find helpful information about the most commonly used features, along with techniques that can help you do better things faster. Genius icons throughout the text highlight smarter ways to get things done, and plenty of screenshots provide visual examples of the techniques described. With coverage of the latest iOS and the newer-generation iPad Air and iPad mini, this book is a handy reference for any iPad user.

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Cheryl Rezendes, “Fabric Surface Design”
English | ISBN: 1603428119 | 2013 | EPUB | 320 pages | 33,1 MB

Sensational sewing projects demand fabulous fabrics! Fiber artist Cheryl Rezendes shows you how to create an astonishing array of surface designs, simply and safely, using textile paints and printing ink. She covers a wide variety of techniques: stamping, ancient Japanese Shibori, silkscreen, soy wax and flour resist, image transfer, marbling, nature printing, foils and metal leaf, and more. Step-by-step photos illustrate every technique, and Rezendes shows you lots of innovative ways to combine and layer techniques for stunning results.

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John Sartin, “The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry”
English | ISBN: 1589237366 | 2013 | PDF | 224 pages | 71 MB

With beautiful illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this how-to book includes all the techniques involved in crafting metal jewelry, including:

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The Complete Photo Guide to Beading by Robin Atkins
English | 2012 | ISBN: 1589237188 | 224 pages | EPUB | 79 MB

This comprehensive reference fully explores the various types of beadwork, including beading on fabric, fringing, bead weavings, bead embroidery, and beaded jewelry. With easy-to-follow organization, this guide provides step-by-step directions and 500 full color photos for clear understanding. Basic projects provide opportunities for crafters to try the techniques, and galleries of unique beaded designs and creations by various bead artists offer beautiful examples and inspiration. It’s the only book you need to get started on beadwork. Begin your beading adventure today with The Complete Photo Guide to Beading!

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5 lb. Book of GRE Practice Problems By Manhattan Prep
2013 | 1208 Pages | ISBN: 1937707296 | EPUB + MOBI | 8 MB + 10 MB

Developed for students taking the Revised GRE General Test, the 5 lb. Book of GRE Practice Problems provides over 1,800 practice questions (more than any other book!) that include everything from beginner-level problems to over 200 of the toughest problems available anywhere. Manhattan Prep s 5 lb. Book of GRE Practice Problems is an essential resource for students of any level who are preparing for the Revised GRE General Exam. With 33 chapters and over 1,800 practice problems, students can build fundamental skills in math and verbal through targeted practice. Plus, with easy-to-follow explanations and step-by-step applications, each question will help students cement their understanding of those concepts tested on the GRE. Purchase of this book includes access to an online video introduction and to the Manhattan Prep Challenge Problem Archive.

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