Books with author Lynda M. Peterson

Upcycle to create 35 stunning pieces of jewelry and accessories.Discover how to take something that was destined for the trash can and give it a new purpose, transforming it into something beautiful. Expert crafter Linda Peterson shows you 35 creative ways to upcycle soda can tabs, zippers, plastic, bike chains, inner tubes, and more. From a stylish soda can tab belt to a pretty gold zipper bracelet, and from stamped plastic earrings to a chunky bike chain bangle, there’s plenty here to inspire you to get crafting. Every project has clear step-by-step photographs to guide you, and a basic techniques section covers all you’ll need to know.

They were at the end of the continent, on a piece of land in South America so inhospitable that it once housed only prisoners or pirates on the run. Bloodthirsty pirates like Blackbeard and Captain Kidd and their frigates and schooners bulging with booty. While vacationing with their family in Chile and volunteering at a penguin reserve, Tyler and Elise make friends with a notorious local shopkeeper who has a dark, family history. Their new friend is full of fantastic stories of pirate lore and the bloody past of his family.They are shocked to witness their friend being arrested and make it their mission to clear his name. Armed only with tenacity and a sharp wit, these wise-cracking kids are knee-deep in penguins but manage to piece facts and suspects together and use a most unusual clue to solve the case.

Tyler’s strategy has gone tragically wrong. They were all supposed to meet outside the City of the Dead, but his sister never made it out. Elise sought the safety of a crypt, inches from the crazed man who threatened death by white tigers. Too weak to move, she watches as the walls slowly close in on her. Undaunted, the comedic duo make allies with a gang from the barrio and follow clues to unravel a crime that could ruin thousands.

"There’s no way Elise can get us into trouble here," Tyler thought. "We’ll be working with gauchos, riding the open range, and living on a ranch miles from civilization." He had no idea what kind of danger they would be facing in the next few days. He and his sister would be on the greatest adventure ever… but they would be running for their lives.This adventurous brother and sister embark on a yearlong trip to South America in this middle-grade chapter book. Undaunted by language barriers, new cultures or unfamiliar surroundings, the tenacious duo make allies as they work on an estancia, learn the ways of the gaucho, and use their new skills to outwit a gang of thieves and their plan to steal more than sheep.

"There’s no way Elise can get us into trouble here," Tyler thought. "We’ll be working with gauchos, riding the open range, and living on a ranch miles from civilization." He had no idea what kind of danger they would be facing in the next few days. He and his sister would be on the greatest adventure ever… but they would be running for their lives.This adventurous brother and sister embark on a yearlong trip to South America in this middle-grade chapter book. Undaunted by language barriers, new cultures or unfamiliar surroundings, the tenacious duo make allies as they work on an estancia, learn the ways of the gaucho, and use their new skills to outwit a gang of thieves and their plan to steal more than sheep.

Tyler’s strategy has gone tragically wrong. They were all supposed to meet outside the City of the Dead, but his sister never made it out. Elise sought the safety of a crypt, inches from the crazed man who threatened death by white tigers. Too weak to move, she watches as the walls slowly close in on her. Undaunted, the comedic duo make allies with a gang from the barrio and follow clues to unravel a crime that could ruin thousands.

Undaunted by language barriers, earthquakes, or a crazed villain, tenacious siblings Tyler and Elise make allies and take on Machu Picchu lore as they unravel the legend and find the truth about the Curse of the Inca. The comedic duo use their newly acquired knowledge of Incan culture and solve clues with the aid of the Curse of the Inca and a tiny fruit bat.

Hand-made jewelry is always in fashion. So why not start from scratch and make your own beads? This beautifully illustrated book, packed with clear step-by-step instructions, will show you how to create stylish and individual pieces—and to embellish all sorts of accessories, including belts, bags, and home décor. Using polymer clay, discover how to use free-form techniques and bead-rolling tools to create eye-catching styles. Unusual shapes, sculpted effects, simulations of semi-precious stones, photo-image transfers and using glitter and organic material mean the beads you make will be unique. Create professional-looking beads in no time. • Beginners and more advanced practitioners alike will find both practical advice and inspiration. Detailed step-by-step photographs show exactly what to do to make stunning jewelry. • Incorporate a whole variety of mixed mediums to enhance the look of your beads.