Robin Hansen Livres

Filled with a wide array of classic knitting patterns, this book is, in essence, the ultimate mitten book. The patterns are organized from simple to difficult and their origins range from traditional Scandinavian and Canadian Maritime patterns to more contemporary sewn and windblock patterns from right here in Maine. Rounding out the patterns is useful information on caring for and repairing woolens; tips for adding details such as buttons, straps, or leather palms to mittens; and a list of yarn suppliers.

Robin Hansen can justifiably claim to be the person who started the groundswell of interest in roots knitting patterns for mittens. When Fox & Geese & Fences: A Collection of Traditional Maine Mittens was published a generation ago, it was an instant success, and nary a knitter above the age of thirty has not heard of it. It was followed by a second, equally inspiring collection: Flying Geese & Partridge Feet: More Mittens from Up North & Down East. Favorite Mittens is a compilation of some of the most popular traditional designs from Robin's groundbreaking first two books, presenting these tried-and-true patterns in a new format, with step-by-step directions revised and updated for ease of knitting, thanks to the helpful feedback Robin has gotten from the knitters who flock to her workshops all around the country.

Policy and research related to children in care have undergone key developments over the course of the past years. As such, meeting the specific needs of looked after children is a priority for modern social work policy and practice. This comprehensive text combines an accessible overview of statutory policy and legislation with analysis of core theories and interventions to provide a guide for effective practice with children in all care settings. The book: Covers legislation as well as research-based analysis of the key interventions and practice methods in the field Meets market needs: students and practitioners struggle with the dearth of specific material on looked after children; this text supports them in a core component of social work study and practice Consolidates learning through its use of reflective questions, case studies, exercises and research analysis. Effective Practice with Looked After Children an accessible overview of the care context in Britain and is essential reading for students and practitioners wishing to develop effective practice within childcare.

A comprehensive introduction to gemstones with stunning colour photographs, written by Natural History Museum curator Robin Hansen.