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Mind, Body And Spirit - Meditation Tools - Forest
As Meditation Tools–Forest begins, you may think they’ve repackaged Meditation Tools–Sky into a forest by adding a few trees. Featuring the best soundtrack in this series of meditation tools, this journey develops from clouds and the tops of trees, to a deeper forest, to denser foliage, accompanied by intriguing sounds of birds. But whether it’s likely to enhance one’s meditation is debateable.

Unfortunately there isn’t enough to make this so compelling that you wouldn’t stop the video to answer the telephone, get up to make a cup of tea, or go and load the washing machine. If your intention is to learn how to relax this could be beneficial as it will inspire you to go for a walk to the park to be with some real trees instead of staring at them on a TV screen for 45 minutes.

Encouraging meditation–the practice of emptying the mind–through a video format requires a strong focus to keep the viewer hooked and meandering through trees just isn’t enough. –Lorna V

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Watering Cans by Josh Bach navy blue silk ties
A collection of vintage watering cans playfully patterns this necktie. Josh Bach Neckwear incorporates images, icons, and symbols that everyone recognizes, but no one would expect on neckties. A Necktie by Josh Bach is at once whimsical and witty, yet elegant and wearable. As a classically trained architect turned award-winning art director, Mr. Bach draws from his rich experiences in both disciplines to create neckwear of striking originality. Josh Bach Neckwear is committed to its original quest to elevate the often-maligned necktie to a position of high design and high regard.

Commercial Water Cooler, 5 Gal
Improved, heavy-duty side handles mounted with stainless steel screws into ABS plastic back-up plate. Cup dispenser bracket. Plastic, recessed, drip-proof, pushbutton spigot. Wide mouth, pressure fit lid has molded-in contour handle and keeper cord. Safety color for easy identification, will not fade in direct sunlight. All plastic, rustproof construction. Sanitary white liner. Foamed-in-place Ultratherm insulation. Drinking Water imprint meets OSHA requirements.
Price: $34.99

Colour Library Books Home Handyman (All you Need to Know About Home Repairs and DIY Projects)
Home handyman is the complete manual of do it yourself skills and projects..Profusely illustrated it covers virtually every task that the home improver could want to tackle. and indespensible guide for the expert and beginner alike.
Used Price: $15.75

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Mind, Body And Spirit - Meditation Tools - Sky
After a few moments of watching images of clouds on the screen, punctuated by spiritual quotations about the importance of now, you might wonder if there is something wrong with the video. Ten, 15 minutes into this meditation video, you might very well consider that there has been a mistake and you ought to send it back… after all, who would make a video consisting of nothing other than clouds? But that’s exactly what Meditation Tools–Sky is.

Though the images are undeniably serene, they would have been better suited to another medium–perhaps wallpaper. The key problem with this format is that it suits neither beginner, nor meditation fans. Beginners hoping for advice on meditation as a way of calming the mind and de-stressing are likely to be bored or frustrated. You might just as well stare out of the window on a sunny day. Or put the TV to better use by watching something educational or entertaining.

Those hoping to sharpen their meditation skills and train themselves to sit still without distractions are also likely to be frustrated because watching the screen does not seem to add anything of value to a pursuit which requires concentration and focus. –Lorna V

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The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments: DIY Draperies, Curtains, Valances, Swags, and Shades
The most comprehensive DIY window book on the market

The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments makes it easy to choose and construct today’s most popular window treatments - 20 styles of valances, swags, and cornices; 20 styles of curtains and draperies; plus 10 types of window shades. Room photographs show each style in a variety of decorating styles, fabrics, and hardware. Each project has step-by-step instructions from beginning to end: measuring the window, cutting the fabric with confidence, sewing or constructing the project, and installing the treatment the professional way. Over 500 how-to photographs and diagrams make it easy to have professional results. This is the big book of DIY window treatments!
List Price: $24.95
Amazon Price: $16.47
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Customer Review: Overall very helpful
I am a novice sewing who was looking for good basic instruction. I found the pictures and instructions in the this book very helpful for creating easy, professional looking draperies and valances.
Customer Review: good stuff
Beautiful book. I loved the photographs and easy to read style. I am more motivated than ever to do the drapery projects that motivated me to find a book like this in the first place. Well done.

Kidrobot Mini Munny 4-inch DIY Toy - Blue
Size: 4-inch MUNNY is mini! Still the boundless blank slate, MUNNY`s now just a little smaller. Customize every little inch of this 4-Inch mini with whatever you can grab a hold of… Mark mini MUNNY up with crayons, paint masterpieces in ketchup, glue on horns, or meld two together to create conjoined mini MUNNY twins! Additionally, inside each box hides a mystery piece - like a pinwheel, baseball bat, or mohawk - and a sticker, `Hello My Name Is` tag and one marker to personalize mini MUNNY.

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