George Shannon Books

Sandblasted into beautiful shapes, held together with seams of copper foil, and capturing the light through transparent here are the full, breathtaking range of art glass techniques and over 20 magnificent decorative objects to make! With these patterns and how-tos, aspiring glass-crafters can construct a lovely Stylized Poppy Cabinet Door Insert, a Falling Leaves Wall Mirror, a Touch of Frost Window Panel, a Harvest Lamp Shade and Vase, plus hinged boxes, candle holders, torcheres, and patio lanterns. And because these would make such wonderful presents, a special section offers some quick and easy gift ideas. 128 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.

Brief folktales in which there is a mystery or problem that the reader is invited to solve before the resolution is presented.

Set against a festive backdrop, the narrative intertwines French heritage with the American Santa Claus tradition, highlighting the figure of Père Noël and his companion, Petit Âne. It explores Michigan's historical ties to early French explorers who introduced Christianity to Native American tribes. The book celebrates the state's rich history, with towns named after these explorers and the scenic routes they traveled around the Great Lakes, inviting readers to appreciate the region's enchanting beauty and cultural significance.