Few of us are the ideal shape, whatever that may be, and yet knitting patterns traditionally cater for uncompromising, uniform dimensions. The revolutionary 'dimensional knitting' system described by Sylvia Wynn in this book allows for individual bust, hip and shoulder measurements, enabling to create garments that fit the body.

A guide for the aspiring organic gardener - season by season. It presents advice on how best to manage pests and disease without abrasive or toxic substances. It covers the basics of sowing and growing through to harvesting crops, as well as the organic way to care for trees, shrubs and garden plants too.

Having an allotment, or at least growing some of your own fruit and vegetables, is very popular. This book features the non-growing side of allotment gardening; the practical and functional elements of a typical plot. It features various projects that range from very basic and intermediate to more complex tasks, such as building a shed.

Featuring full colour photographs, this book displays the sheer beauty of the sky. It covers different aspects from diverse cloud formations, the golden colours of dawn and dusk, spectacular storms and unique weather, and a wide range of meteorological phenomena.

Suitable for organic growers, this title helps to discover the wonderful diversity of herbs. It offers practical advice on planning an herb garden, propagating, planting, harvesting, drying and storing along with a handy calendar of jobs.

Woodlander is a complete and comprehensive guide to managing a small woodland, incorporating nearly 30 years of knowledge and experience from woodsman Ben Law and his unique home in Prickly Nut Wood.

Covering an amazing array of outdoor activities, this book helps city kids to discover the natural world.

Meet woodsman Ben Law as he explores a diverse collection of crafts made from materials sourced directly from the woods.