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Finally a book that really taught me to knit
Over the last 10 years I have tried every "learn to knit" book out there and none have been all that helpful to me. I got this book and I finally was able to figure it out. She really has a relaxed way of teaching that makes it easy to learn. I knew I did not want to knit scarves and this book is loaded with "beginners first projects" that are easy to do, teach pattern reading and are not scarves. I made each of my daughters a poncho and everywhere they go they get compliments and they were my first two projects. I am now getting all of her books and will use these to teach my own daughters how to knit.

Great for beginners
I'm a beginner teaching myself to knit through books and Sally Melville's "The Knit Stitch" is a fabulous resource. Her explanations are clear and easy to understand. I've looked at a lot of "how-to" knitting books and this is the one I like the best. If you're starting from scratch without a mentor, then you can't go wrong with this book.

great patterns and teaching, organization clumsy
I love this book!This is probably the best book ever to teach knitting.It takes the reader step-by-step through the basics to teach a person not just how to blindly follow a patterns, but also gives the technical understanding behind the stitches and patterns.The patterns are delightful for any level knitter.The only problem is that it seems Sally assumes one will read the book assiduously from beginning to end, and create each project as it appears in the book, thus building upon each new learned technique.I am too impatient to do so.Thus, when I just jumped right in and started in the middle of the book with a pattern I liked, I found myself filling all over the book trying to find the various techniques she mentions in the pattern.Good thing her index is very accurate. ... Read more

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burnt out on hash
I bought this today and i am quite stoked on the reviews. 5 stars on the reviewsbeeeyotch

Marijuana Horticulture The indoor/outdoor Medical growers Bible
This a a must read book even for the pro it has so much information that is updated if you read Jorges last book it even blows it away so much useful info great pictures everyone should read this book!

I bought it...
I bought this when it just got out, and i started my grow just a while after. This book got me working better and the last grow is my most successful grow ever, by far.
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Subjects:  1. Gardening / Reference    2. Gardening / Techniques    3. Pop Arts / Pop Culture    4. Popular Culture - Counter Culture    5. Reference    6. Cannabis    7. Greenhouses    8. Horticulture    9. Hydroponics    10. Indoor gardening    11. Marijuana (Pharmacological Aspects)    12. Therapeutic use   

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Great little knitting aid!!
This is the best and handiest help book around for both new and experienced knitters.I use it often and am buying two for my daughters.

The Perfect Knitter Companion
The book is small enough to keep with you in your knitting essential bag.The wire bound is plastic and sturdy as are the pages, a heavy cardstock.Vicki Square has authored a book that is like having a knitting instructor at your side.The verbage and the pictures are perfectly easily to understand.

The Knitter's Companion
This is a very good reference, especially for the beginner.I have found it very helpful.
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The BEST Rolex book out there!
The title says it all... this is the BEST Rolex book out there !!I've bought every Rolex book I could get my hands on and The Rolex Report blows them all away in CONTENT, QUALITY and PRICE.
ROLEX REPORT
Very informative and worth the price. This book reviewed the history of Rolex as well as very usefull insight on spotting Fake or altered Rolex Watches...One thing I am sure of is that after reading the Rolex report I will only buy a Rolex watch from an authorized Rolex dealer and NEVER over the internet.
Emile Venter
I found this book very interesting.I mostly enjoyed the content.The only complaints I have are the following:
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Outstanding, Easy, and Delicious
Have tried four recipes and all have been very quick and easy to make and have been delicious.Have given the book as gifts and plan to give more.An outstanding book in a wonderful series of books.Never a disappointment with Cook's Illustrated books.Highly recommend to beginner or experienced cooks. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cookery    2. Cooking    3. Cooking / Wine    4. Entertaining - General    5. Holiday - General    6. Methods - Quick & Easy   

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the opposite of what i presumed
This is a wonderful book. It provides a new way of looking at knitting - and the writing is hilarious, and very, very wise.Do not be deceived by the title. The sensibility is very sophisticated. If you think more Bau Haus and Mondrian rather than cutsey quilts you will get my drift. THe house items are elegant and understated - except for the ones that are - WOW! A wonderful surprise for me. What got me to this book was the buzz, not the title.
not cute at all
0 stars if there were such a thing
Love this one
I love this book. Nice pictures and easy to follow directions for the advanced beginner that I am ...Thebaby kimono and log cabin are just a few projects I plan to hopefullystart.. Lots if nice ideas for knitting things for the house if you are like me and do not want to attmept sweatersthat probably will not fit me... ... Read more

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4.5 stars for the style gurus...
Let me start by saying that this is based on a show that I love but I put off buying this book because I wasn't really sure what to expect from it, especially when quite a few of the reviews said that only a few pages were devoted to each body type and so forth. Well yes, only a few pages were devoted to each type, but there were A LOT of types portrayed (more so than in any other book of this kind I'd ever seen before), and multiply that by three since they all came in petite, average height, and tall. In reality, since none of us fits into ONE type of body, I got much more information than one could've thought. For example, I'm curvy and petite but there were some suggestions from the larger on bottom section that I can definitely use to my advantage... and this is just the beginning, I went on picking up useful pointers from all over. Sure, you're definitely more of one certain body type than all the others and that's where you'll find the majority of your advice, but do browse through all the book because the useful tips are everywhere and you're bound to pick them up from all over, not just YOUR four or five pages.
In details...
This book offers great details how to dress YOUR body now, not after you lose a few pounds or gain some!
Great, but could use improvemet
Like many of the other reviewers, I love Stacy and Clinton's TV show, and it has helped me greatly in weeding out pieces in my wardrobe and buying new clothes to replace them.When I discovered that they had published a book, I rented it from the local library immediately.In a way, I am glad I rented it rather than purchasing it.
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Subjects:  1. Beauty & Grooming - Fashion    2. Clothing and dress    3. Consumer Health    4. Crafts & Hobbies    5. Fashion    6. Hobbies/Crafts    7. Psychological aspects    8. Costume    9. Self-Help & Practical Interests    10. Self-Help / General   

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beginning to sew
I browsed many books at my local big name book store and found this one through Amazon to be the simplest one to follow. I have always found books by DK to be great quality.This book is much easier than sewing for Dummies or Idiots guide to Sewing books.
Excellent in every way
I ordered the book for my daughter.She wanted to pay forty dollars for it at Borders Bookstore.I bought the brand new for almost less than half here.Thanks

Buyer Beware!
Sewers of all skill levels, borrow a copy of this book from your local library before committing to buying it.As a seamstress with 40 years of sewing to her credit, this book is lacking in detail.Close-up shots of fabric types, allowing the reader to get a feel for the hand and look was not available.It would have been nice to see, in more photographic detail, how to set-in a sleeve.The photographic instructions for hand-sewing a button hole were woefully inadequate -- dark green on dark green.On second thought, just pass on this work and buy Singer's Complete Photo Guide to Sewing! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Dressmaking    4. Hobbies/Crafts    5. Reference    6. Sewing    7. Crafts & Hobbies / Sewing   

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An easy-to-read book on getting people (or pets) to change
This little book explains reinforcement using examples that make it really clear how eight different methods of behavior modification work.It is a consumer's guide to behavior modification using reinforcement.
Staple book for teachers, trainers, coaches, everyone.
Want to know how to know how to teach anyone anything. Buy this book.

Great book
is an excellent book for anyone that wants to learn how to communicate with your dog. i loved it ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Behavior modification    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Conditioned response    4. Feedback (Psychology)    5. Personal Growth - Success    6. Reference - General    7. Reinforcement (Psychology)    8. Self-Help    9. Training    10. Educational psychology    11. Popular psychology    12. Self-Help / Success   

Subjects:  1. Art Needlework    2. Crafts & Hobbies    3. Crafts / Hobbies    4. Fashion    5. Hobbies/Crafts    6. Knitting    7. Needlework - Knitting    8. Needlework - Lace & Tatting    9. Crafts & Hobbies / Lace   

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If there were more stars to give - I WOULD!
This cookbook is the best in my collection - and I have a lot!! The instructions are clear and the pictures are great!

Horrible!
I tried her honey-acorn pie and it came out HORRIBLE!!! I had to re-bake the pie for more than 50 minutes and the pie filling is tasteless andtoo salty....her recipes are too tedious and never seem to produce good results...and I'm somebody who bakes a lot. Now, Julia Child on the other hand has some WONDERFUL recipes that NEVER fail!

Best one yet!
I have a lot of Martha's books and DVD's, but this book is by far the best one for baking, it has everything and anything you could want.I have made many recipes from this book already, and purchased another one for a gift. ... Read more

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A Useful Resource for Homeowners
Some people are mechanically inclined, and there are those like myself who can't fix anything.For those of us who need a little help in the home repair department, this book will help you through almost any home repair project.
the book chapters are short
I would like more detailed discussions. At least for the painting part, the book is too short.

complete guide to home repair (black and decker)
overall good info, but not enough on hvac systems - I don't need a book to refer me to a repairperson, i had hoped for detailed photos to assist me in doing the repair myself, not just in understanding what needed to be done by another.... ... Read more

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Not bad, but not great
This was my first book on wine.I've read numerous books on beer, so that was my background coming into the book.
A Terrific Primer
This book is very easy to read and is a good introduction to the world of wine.The tear-out card in the front of the book is easy to carry with you to help with choosing the right wine for your meal at a restaurant.The glossary explains unfamiliar terms and the chapter headings are logically organized. Without being patronizing, the book explains the basics of wine making, flavor characteristics, and food pairings.

Good for a beginner, could use a bit more organization
For someone who's a complete novice to wine (I qualify), the book will start out very enjoyably, especially if you are interested in the wine making process.It gives you a good understanding of the types of wines, and what the names on the labels mean.
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Excellent Guide to the Codes.
Being an architecture student, this book, and others by Frank Ching, are more than helpful. It really clarifies the IBC and makes design for studio projects go a lot quicker. Definitely get this book if you're studying architecture.

Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the International Building Code
Francis Ching provides high quality, easy to understand, graphic illustrations of building code regulations. The chapters are well organized for checking construction documents for code compliance.

Not Current
Warning, this book i smeant to go with the IRC(2000) revision, not the current IRC(2003). The information is still good, but you'll have fun trying to cross-reference sections to the 2003 version of the IRC. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Building Codes    3. Buildings    4. Construction - General    5. Design & Drafting    6. Project Management    7. Reference    8. Specifications    9. Standards, Engineering    10. Architectural structure & design    11. Architecture / Design & Drafting    12. Building construction & materials    13. Financial, taxation, commercial, industrial law    14. USA   

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The absolute must-have plant bible
I've been coveting this book at a gardening friend's house for several months and just received my own copy as a gift.It's got everything: Every plant and variety imaginable, color photos, tips and techniques, heat and temperature maps... The latter are specific to the U.S., but international buyers would likely still find the plant and tree information exhaustive and very useful.This is the ultimate reference book, with the added bonus of being glossy and beautiful enough to leave out on the coffee table.

I prefer Sunset's Western Garden Book for SoCal gardening
I've had this book for almost 3 yrs, and used it as reference while planting a large from-scratch, drought tolerant garden in Southern California.
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An easy recipe for easy living
Vassallo puts into words the kind of home we all want: casual, bright, a place that feels good to call home. The BFH introduces the idea of the easy feeling you get when you're away on a summer vacation, renting a cabin in the woods or a house on the beach. The book provides the recipe for maintaining this feeling year-round, not just one or two weeks a year but every day in your own house.

A lavishly photographed interior design and decorating guide
The Barefoot Home: Dressed-Down Design For Casual Living is a lavishly photographed interior design and decorating guide, with an eye for the laid-back lifestyle. Emphasis on openness, lack of clutter, serenity, ventilation, and ease distinguish these suggestions for everything from kitchens to studios to bedroom. Full-color photographs on every page, diagrams, and extensive writing not only about specific suggestions but also general themes to promote a relaxed atmosphere fill The Barefoot Home cover-to-cover. The perfect interior design antidote to the pressures and stresses of a fast-paced world, The Barefoot Home is written in a tone akin to its subject matter - easygoing and thoroughly accessible to amateur and professional designers alike. Very highly recommended and informative reading.
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OM sweet hOMe
This is a beautiful book...it really is...the pictures themselves are totally and completely inspiring and worth the price of the book alone!
Informative & Stunning!
Jayme Barrett has written a book on feng shui that is highly informative, readable, easy to use, and beautiful to look at. This book absolutely helped me to change tracks. Just beginning to implement the suggestions in this book has resulted in increasing my energy and motivation as well as improving my overall mood. The book is filled with gorgeous photographs by Jonn Coolidge that beautifully illustrate the ideas presented by Jayme. It is a joy to read as well as to browse through the pictures. I've read the book several times now and have begun to suspect that I will have to buy a backup copy since I will probably wear this one out!

Cannot get enough of this book!
I will read Feng Shui Your Life by Jayme Barrett over and over again. It is well written, colorful and timely. Anyone who wants to feel better about themselves and happier in their personal surroundings should definitely read it. I have shared it with family and friends. Great gift idea, as well! ... Read more

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Simply excellent, from start to finish
This book is a must. It will show everything from start to finish.

It helped me with my DIY furniture !
As I went into some DIY woodworking projects and needed some help, I bought this one together with another Taunton series: Gary Rogowski's "The Complete Illustrated Guide to Joinery". Excellent books both of them. The sections are very well balanced and the techniques are discussed starting from a logical sequence in a furniture building project (framework, joinery, sides etc). Moreover, it gives you freedom to choose the most appropriate technique but you also have the basics (without power tools) which is very helpful in order to understand them better. No fuss about gear and promotion of one brand or another, the book it is very careful about that and it gives you freedom to choose between category of tools and not vendors. Also it has some chapters about wood finishing which are very well done, providing information in a very concentrating manner. For this one alone Taunton convinced me to buy another one, Jeff Jewitt and Susan Jewitt's "Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Finishing". The photographs are beautiful and high quality print (it is printed in Italy, famous for its publishers) and worth the money. Really, you have a lot to learn if you are a beginner or mid-advanced in the art of woodworking and it is a very practical lecture whenever you want to build something wood-wise. Also, the book is a very good reference for those that are teaching these techniques given the quality of the pictures and clarity of text. Five stars, worth every penny IMO.

Ideal Starters
As you would come to expect from Taunton Press Books, they know their stuff when it comes to woodworking. The person who would like this book would be someone who is looking for an overview of all the techniques and hardware that can be used to create fine furniture. It tries to accomplish a lot in one book. So if you are looking for a book to be a idea starter, this is a good reference. I would suggest that you get this to set the foundation and add more books as you pick up a technique you would like to learn more about.
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