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Non-fiction books part 7

This is part seven in a series of non-fiction book reviews, based on the idea that the books I request tell you everything you need to know about me. Today we look at a new craft, take a little trip into my childhood and work on our mental health - with chickens(Quirky!) . All books are provided in electronic form by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. 

Punch NeedleTattoo Designs: 18 Beginner-Friendly Projects and Over 25 Additional Patternswith Style - Punch Needle Embroidery Designs for Home Décor, Clothing, Pillows,Bags, and More  Amy Buchanan 

I've heard of punch needle embroidery, but didn't really know what it was. Since I have a fascination with all fibre craft, and tattoos as well, I thought this would be a good entry into learning about the craft.

 

It serves as a strong introduction, with information about how to begin and troubleshooting. The projects are varied, and give lots of choices. One of the strongest things about this book is that it is empowering. It gives techniques an ideas, but leaves the details in the hands of the fibre artist. So, did I try punch needling? It's a pretty low bar to entry - the punch needle tool is about 5 bucks, and I've already got an embroidery hoop and lots of yarn. I haven't tried it yet, but that's because I am quite busy with other crafts, but this book certainly tempted me, and I may yet try it.

Therapy Chickens: Let the Wisdom of the Flock Bring You Joy Tedra Hamel


This book is fabulous. Tendra owns backyard chickens and her affection for them is evident in both her words and her charming illustrations. This is not a self help book - there are gentle suggestions and observations. It would be a fun book to work through as daily meditations. I'd like to give a paper copy to my friend Anna, who also loves her backyard chickens, but this would be a fun gift for anyone who might benefit from a little bit more joy in their lives.

AsterixOmnibus, vol. 11 Albert Uderzo

When I was growing up my father worked next door to the Carringbush (Richmond) library. On occasion we would be at his office, so we would go and hang out in the library, waiting for him to finish work. The library had a display of Asterix and Tin-Tin comics, next to a carpeted step and my brother and I would sit there and read them. I always found the Asterix comics pretty silly. Still when I had the chance to request this from NetGalley (I'm not sure why, since this seems to have released in 2019) I took the opportunity to wander down memory lane. And yes, this book is still pretty silly. I will say that this is presumably being sold as a paper copy, it's pretty challenging to read on a tablet. 


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