Back on Blossom Street (The Knitting Books #3)
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Back on Blossom Street (The Knitting Books #3)
Debbie Macomber
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ASIN: 0778324516
Release Date: 2007-04-24

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars disappointing.......2007-09-16

If you're looking for a little escapism with a guaranteed "happily ever after" this is a okay book for that.

I was greatly disppointed in the production quality of the audio, though. Major direction shifts (which character is now narrator) were separated by nothing. It felt like the producers sped up the speed of the narration overall, the read was quite fast & the indistinguishability of character changes made it less than appealing.

It was also very predictable for me. I foresaw the scenarios of Colette's former boss, the wedding twist, even Colette's resolution at end. It was all very much just like a fairy tale. Maybe the original book was, too, but this one was transparent to me.

5 out of 5 stars Great Story.......2007-08-14

I love the Blossom book series of stories. Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. I love the different stories going on in one book.

5 out of 5 stars Love Blossom #3.......2007-08-07

I've read all of Debbie's knitting books and love each of them. Debbie draws you in and takes you through the Blossom Street area with her writing. I feel like I am part of the Blossom Street knitting community and look forward to the next project as well as what is taking place in the lives of Lydia, Susannah, Alix and the rest of my new "knitting friends."

5 out of 5 stars back on blossom street.......2007-08-04

cant get enough of her books on blossom street, she captures your interest from page one....strongly recommend whole series

5 out of 5 stars Six stars for Debbie Macomber.......2007-07-27

Debbie Macomber has written another wonderfully glorious book about the knitting friends. She has such a welcoming way of writing that the reader feels like an active participant in the group - that these women are her best friends too! I find myself laughing, crying and anguishing right along with them.
Bad Childhood---Good Life: How to Blossom and Thrive in Spite of an Unhappy Childhood
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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Bad Childhood---Good Life: How to Blossom and Thrive in Spite of an Unhappy Childhood
Laura Schlessinger
Manufacturer: HarperCollins
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 006057786X
Release Date: 2006-01-03

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With her characteristically pointed advice and take-no-prisoners attitude, Dr. Laura's book Bad Childhood - Good Life tackles one of the most basic questions of therapy: How can a person effectively move past the injuries of a bad childhood? Her answer will be familiar to her fans—look at your current behavior and modify what you can change rather than simply venting your anger or allowing yourself to ever be victimized again.

Forget about simply accepting or forgiving your parents for their errors—Dr. Laura extols the virtues of conquering. Through excerpts from her radio show and letters from her listeners, she illustrates her points about guilt, anger and fear in personalized accounts from individuals. Short lists and question/answer sections make for an easy read that allows you to smoothly fast forward and backtrack to the topics you find most relevant at the moment—and numerous references to other chapters and her website provide all the additional information you could want. Faith is a subtle but definite component; some readers will find it the most helpful part of the book while it decidedly won't appeal to others.

Not everyone will agree with—or appreciate--her succinct manner that drives right to the root of issues. Like her show, the book presents absolutes rather than possible alternatives. For readers looking for a definitive method for moving past childhood issues, Dr. Laura might offer the solution. Jill Lightner

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The author of seven New York Times bestsellers and internationally syndicated radio super host, Dr. Laura Schlessinger delivers advice on how to blossom and thrive in spite of an unhappy childhood.

Many people don't realize that their childhood history has impacted their adult thought and behavioural patterns in unfortunate ways. They don't realize that much of their adult life has been dedicated to repeating ugly childhood dynamics in an attempt to repair deep childhood hurts and longings. They don't appreciate the specific contribution of their early lives to their current style of thinking and feeling.

While people may be quite aware of their early life challenges, they still may be seriously unaware of how their choices in people, environments, decisions, behaviours, and attitudes are connected to those experiences, and how those choices are the major factors in their current predicaments and unhappiness. Worse, they don't realize that they do have the power and the choice to make a good life.

In Bad Childhood Good Life, Dr. Laura will help you accept the truth of the assault on your psyche, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and guide you into a life of more peace and happiness.

Huge success of Proper Care & Feeding of Husbands in US who sold more than 900,000 copies.

Dr. Laura's seven bestsellers (all published by HarperCollins) have sold nearly six million copies to date in the United States. They have tremendous backlist strength, and continue to sell in the thousands each month because she and her fans refer to them on–air.

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In this important book, Dr. Laura Schlessinger shows men and women that they can have a Good Life no matter how Bad their Childhood.

For each of us, there is a connection between our early family dynamics and experiences and our current attitudes and decisions. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices in people, repetitive situations, and decisions -- even their emotional reactions -- were connected to those early negative experiences, playing a major role in their current unhappiness.

For these people and millions like them, too much time is dedicated to repeating the ugly dynamics of childhood in a vain attempt to repair or cope with deep hurt and longings. Too often they use their emotional pain to control others or excuse their own inappropriate and destructive behaviors. Some turn to therapy, only to find themselves trapped in their self-pitying victim mode, robbed of optimism, confidence, and growth.

Dr. Laura will help you realize that no matter what circumstances you came from or currently live in, you are ultimately responsible for how you react to them. The acceptance of this basic truth is the source of your power to secure the Good Life you long for. In her signature straightforward style, with real-life examples, Dr. Laura shows you what you will gain by not being satisfied with an identity as a victim, or even as a survivor -- but striving to be a victor!

In Bad Childhood -- Good Life, Dr. Laura will guide you to accept the truth of the assaults on your psyche and soul, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and help you embrace a life of more peace and happiness.

Bad Childhood -- Good Life comes from a compassionate and personal place. Dr. Laura also reveals some of her own experiences with a difficult childhood and what efforts it took to attain a Good Life. She writes, ""My resilience has paid off, and I'm doing the best I can with what I've got."" Now you can, too.

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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Better life.......2007-10-03

Excellent resource for those who have had a trouble life. Suggestions for improving ones life.

5 out of 5 stars great book and I sent friends copies.......2007-07-07

I love this book.It is full of good common sense. I passed it along to family and friends.They loved it too.

3 out of 5 stars Botton line - "snap out of it!".......2007-06-03

I am reviewing the audiobook version, which suffers from Dr. Laura's abrasive, sarcastic delivery. Though she offers some harmless good advice, particularly about how to determine if your parents are "evil" or merely "annoying" - ironically, there's not anything here of a very positive nature, nor any brilliant insights or suggestions beyond what a million others have said before.

The bottom line is to keep busy with religion, hobbies, work, caring for others, service - and accept that you will always have scars from a rotten childhood. Closure is a myth. Learn to live with your scars and make a good life for yourself.

You could probably spend 10 minutes at the bookstore and glean the useful stuff.

1 out of 5 stars Nice twisted son you raised "Dr." Laura !!!.......2007-05-22

Looks like you raised a sociopath "Dr." Laura -- a sociopath just like yourself. This could not have happened to a more deserving person. Now I can't wait for Rush Limbaugh to finally get caught with an underage prostitute. You social conservatives are all sick!! Psychopaths!! Hypocrites!! Your house of cards is falling. LOL!!!

5 out of 5 stars An eye opening must read!.......2007-05-05

I have been listening to Dr. Laura's radio shows on and off for years. This is the first book by Dr. Laura that I have read. It is an eye-opener. If you want to begin ridding your life of your irritating personality quirks; and your wrong thinking about yourself, others, and how you view your relationships, this is a must read. An all-around excellent, easy to read book with profound impact if you honestly apply her message and relationship principles to your life. I generally give away books once I have read them, but I am putting this one my bookself so I can re-read it again in a few years. Her persepective on life and relationships is excellent.
The Shop on Blossom Street (The Knitting Books #1)
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The Shop on Blossom Street (The Knitting Books #1)
Debbie Macomber
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ASIN: 0778321606

Book Description

There's a little yarn shop on Blossom Street in Seattle. It's owned by Lydia Hoffman, and it represents her dream of a new life free from cancer. A life that offers a chance at love . . .

Lydia teaches knitting to beginners, and the first class is "How to Make a Baby Blanket." Three women join. Jacqueline Donovan wants to knit something for her grandchild as a gesture of reconciliation with her daughter-in-law. Carol Girard feels that the baby blanket is a message of hope as she makes a final attempt to conceive. And Alix Townsend is knitting her blanket for a court-ordered community service project.

These four very different women, brought together by an age-old craft, make unexpected discoveries -- about themselves and each other. Discoveries that lead to friendship and more . . .

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The Shop on Blossom Street.......2007-08-14

I liked reading this book. The author must have talked to someone with cancer because many of the feelings that I had during the three years I battled cancer were the same as Lynda. It was predictable. You knew everyone would have a happy ending to their story, which is not a bad thing but not realistic.

4 out of 5 stars A Great relaxing Read.......2007-07-27

I thought this was a wonderful book. The author did an excellent job of developing the characters in such a way that made them seem so real to me. I read it at the beach last week and could not have asked for a better read as I soaked up the sun and just relaxed. Overall, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this book to all my friends.

5 out of 5 stars Knitting or not.......2007-07-27

This book and the others relating to The Shop on Blossom Street, was like making new friends and escaping to that shop for just a while.Although I do not knit, almost makes you want to. Excellant

4 out of 5 stars Where did I put those knitting needles?.......2007-07-14

A quick and easy read, with believable characters... which one were/are you? I found myself accurately predicting the ending too early for there to be much suspense, yet I enjoyed the stories of each of these ladies and their friendships. I used to knit... maybe I will again... with a group of ladies after reading this first book of the knitting series.

5 out of 5 stars Great Book, New Shop.......2007-07-13

I have read the first two books in the series "The Shop on Blossom Street". Great book. Good Stories. By the time I was done I thought I would like to learn to knit. Recently in the last several month, I came upon a yarn shop in a nearby town. I decided to check it out. When I went in it was cute and had a table in the middle of the shop. The girl told me after she read the book she knew she had to open a shop. I talked to the girl and she ask if I had read "The Shop on Blossom Street" and I said yes. Her shop is designed after that book. PERFECT!
Without knowing me the girl ask if I have read the second book. I said no and she grabbed it off the shelf and handed it to me. It is called "A Good Yarn"....the name of the shop. It was also a very very good book. There is one more in that series. "Back to the Shop on Blossom Street". I do not have that yet.
So, when I took the book back to the "YARNS R US" shop, the girl handed me a card to see if I wanted to learn to knit. I am going to the class this weekend. 7/14/07. What's really neat is that there is a series of knitting instruction books designed from "The Shop on Blossom Street".
Really neat. The socks are in there whick is from the second book.
The sweaters from the frist book are there too.

Buy the books, neat clean reading!!
Peach Blossom Cologne Company with CD
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    Peach Blossom Cologne Company with CD
    Jack W Paul
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    The fourth edition of the Peach Blossom Cologne Company Audit Case contains many new features, most significantly exercises dealing with the audit of internal control over financial reporting. Optional exercises simulate the planning phase of a real audit, including preparation of an engagement letter, completing a time budget, and conducting analytical procedures. In analyzing the potential problems uncovered by analytical procedures, students are required to provide an analysis of risks and a discussion of those accounts that may present potential problems. The optional internal control flowcharting exercises are based on the client’s computer system. Two statistical sampling exercises are included: an attributes sampling application and a variables sampling exercise using dollar-unit (PPS) sampling. New to this edition is a table that cross-references exhibits to their related assignments. Additionally, students are provided a CD that contains working paper templates enabling students to complete some or all of the working papers electronically. For those instructors who would like to provide audit programs to their students, a CD containing audit programs is available. Students can use these programs as a starting point for developing their own audit programs.
    Boat Ride with Lillian Two Blossom
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    5 out of 5 stars endearing story.......2001-04-29

    As a maker of cloth dolls, I am always on the lookout for books with wonderful illustrations. Imagine my delight when I also found a book with a sweet, simple story. The best kind for small children and the children's heart within adults. I will definitely buy more of her books to add to my collection.
    Kamikaze, Cherry Blossoms, and Nationalisms: The Militarization of Aesthetics in Japanese History
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    Kamikaze, Cherry Blossoms, and Nationalisms: The Militarization of Aesthetics in Japanese History
    Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney
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    Why did almost one thousand highly educated "student soldiers" volunteer to serve in Japan's tokkotai (kamikaze) operations near the end of World War II, even though Japan was losing the war? In this fascinating study of the role of symbolism and aesthetics in totalitarian ideology, Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney shows how the state manipulated the time-honored Japanese symbol of the cherry blossom to convince people that it was their honor to "die like beautiful falling cherry petals" for the emperor.

    Drawing on diaries never before published in English, Ohnuki-Tierney describes these young men's agonies and even defiance against the imperial ideology. Passionately devoted to cosmopolitan intellectual traditions, the pilots saw the cherry blossom not in militaristic terms, but as a symbol of the painful beauty and unresolved ambiguities of their tragically brief lives. Using Japan as an example, the author breaks new ground in the understanding of symbolic communication, nationalism, and totalitarian ideologies and their execution.

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    4 out of 5 stars "Many people would sooner die than think -.......2006-06-24

    - in fact, they do so"
    --Bertrand Russell


    So it turns out that these were good guys after all, were they?

    Right on.

    If only the (not so?) Yamato People had prevailed.

    Peace and harmony, and rule by "fluency in Marxism
    and Western Philosophy" might have reigned throughout
    Asia, the Pacific, portions of Oregon, The Bay Area,
    Southern California, and the Near West Side of Madison, WI.

    I dare say that there might have been, and still even remain,
    some benighted line of resistance from Tacoma to Anchorage.

    College sophomores from D.C. and Oconomowoc might
    have, in bashful but bold transgression, held hands
    with Kamikaze pilots at coffee shops on State Street,
    and rest assured, 'pro rege et patria NON mori' on the
    part of Japanese Imperial Forces would have most certainly
    been immediately, decisively, and finally demonstrated,
    'Primus Post Laurus.'

    I might be impressed if these nutters had been reading
    The Federalist Papers, James Joyce, or Freud.
    But Nietszche and Marx? Sounds like a more or less
    predictable fixation with the concerns of The Third
    Reich to me. At least the Nazis made a few good movies.

    When will they ever learn?
    When will they ev-ver learn.
    La la.

    Japan was and remains, in some ways, a catalog of caricatures --
    this perhaps owing to its remarkably unique historical circumstances.

    It can be sometimes mesmerizing and sometimes unsettling
    in its general intensity and amplitude. Every imaginable
    quality of human nature and creativity are brilliantly displayed.

    Barring, that is, just those that are taken most for
    granted in the West: unfettered individuality and the
    casual exercise of personal judgment in the public realm.
    One must keep this in mind in order to take in its
    extraordinary tapestry without becoming overly
    charmed by any of it in its details or particulars.

    The contemporary wish, where sincere, to extend the
    principles and values of democracy to the sphere of
    international relations is to be encouraged.

    The attempt to wish any such attributes onto a past
    that simply was not so, is suspect.

    Call it 'The Cosmopolitical Fallacy,'
    or, maybe, 'Fantasy.'

    Historical parallels to current events
    must, as a rule, be made and taken with
    all care and judiciousness.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent Book.......2005-12-01

    From my experiences in reading historical non-fiction, there are generally two types of books. One of these simply tells you what happend, while the others, while also accomplishing the recount, also provide an analysis of perhaps why soemthing happend.

    This is a must-read and an incredible in depth look at the japanese culture and the pride they have for their country and history.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent.......2005-04-27

    I read this book this semester in Professor Ohnuki-Tierney's class on Political and Cultural Symbolism. A must for any undergraduate student of symbolic or political anthropology. The book traces the use of the cherry blossom as a symbol throughout history, eventually arriving at the tokkotai (kamikaze) pilots of WWII.

    EOT does a great job dispelling the myth that tokkotai pilots died for the emperor and committed suicide. Instead, she shows the lives of five young men, all highly intelligent university students fluent in Marxism and Western philosophy. These young men joined the Navy to herald a new age for Japan, they did not believe in the pro rege et patria mori ideology American media has assumed.

    Don't watch the History Channel specials on tokkotai pilots. Read this book and learn about the harsh reality of war, the cruelty of government manipulation of symbol, and the brilliance of the Japanese men who lost their lives in WWII.

    5 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended.......2005-03-08

    Exceptional book, I took a class with this professor. The western conception of "suicide pilots" is completly wrong.
    Lee Friedlander: Cherry Blossom Time in Japan
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • The very best work of a great photographer
    Lee Friedlander: Cherry Blossom Time in Japan

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    ASIN: 1881337200
    Release Date: 2006-09-01

    Book Description

    "I first went to Japan in 1977 and found the whole country ablaze with blossom. I went again in 1979, 1981 and 1984, always at cherry-blossom time. As far as I knew, Japan was always abloom." So says the legendary American photographer Lee Friedlander, whose newest publication presents, for the first time, the complete set of 73 images that the artist made during his four trips to Japan. The groundbreaking black-and-white images--first seen as 25 photogravures in a 1986 portfolio, and long out of print--appear as examples of radical picture-making even 20 years later. Few serious photographers would have dared to photograph cherry blossoms with anything other than color film. The result is a new kind of beauty, with many of the compositions bordering on visual chaos. The images collected here serve as a precursor for much of Friedlander's late landscape work, which was exhibited to great acclaim in his 2005 Museum of Modern Art retrospective. Printed by the laborious dry-trap process, the amazingly sensuous reproductions closely approximate the original prints. This book was produced entirely in collaboration with the artist.

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    5 out of 5 stars The very best work of a great photographer .......2007-01-11

    'Cherry Blossom Time in Japan' is Lee Friedlander at the peak of his considerable powers.

    The phrase 'frozen jazz' pops into my head, probably because Friedlander made a living taking photos of jazz greats, but also because these pictures are sweeping, moving, alive.

    And yes, they're deeply emotional - at least to me. I have no idea what the photographer felt as he worked, but I can't help but get a great sense of...consolation.

    Buy this book and cherish it.

    Scott Atkinson
    Watertown NY
    More French Beaded Flowers: 38 Patterns for Blossoms, Leaves, Bugs & More
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    More French Beaded Flowers: 38 Patterns for Blossoms, Leaves, Bugs & More
    Dalene Kelly
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    ASIN: 0873497341

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Beautifully presented.......2007-07-26

    The book is beautifully presented with exceptional diagrams and step by step instructions. There are many different varieties of flowers not found in other books, exotic orchics and beautiful butterflies. I love it.

    I received my book very quickly, Amazon kept me informed via email that the order was received and when the book was sent. Great service.

    5 out of 5 stars And then there were three - or not .......2007-02-04

    I've had Kelly's first book (as a section of a larger beading book) for a while and have had great fun with it. The flowers in this second book are just as beautiful. The instructions are clear and relatively easy to follow. I've already done a couple of the projects and they've turned out well.

    Now for the caution flag. Kelly's first book is titled 'French-Beaded Flowers: New Millennium Collection'. This second book is titled 'More French Beaded Flowers: 38 Patterns for Blossoms, Leaves, Bugs & More'.

    However, there is another Kelly book that you may see, titled 'French Beaded Flowers'. Be aware that this seemingly THIRD Kelly book is the UK's version of the second book. The only differences between the two books are the cover, the longer title and the publisher. The project content is exactly the same. Judging from the dates of the reviews written for the UK version, it seems to have been published first. Maybe the publishers of the U.S. version decided to add the word 'MORE' to the title just to be different. Or maybe it was some type of legal thing. The one thing it IS, is confusing to the consumer.

    So, please don't be fooled by the cover, like I was and buy both of them. As far as I know, there are only two books by Dalene Kelly on French Beaded Flowers, not three.

    5 out of 5 stars Bead-Dazzling Garden of Flowers!.......2006-03-02

    I've been working with beads for many years, and creating french beaded flowers for at least 20 years, and I STILL was very impressed with this book (which isn't easy to do!) The instructions are clear and the designs are wonderful! It's hard to say if a beginner would view it the same since I have been working with this art form for so long, but I believe it would be an excellent instructional guide, and a fantastic addition to every beading artist & hobbyist's library.

    5 out of 5 stars This book will keep you pleasantly occupied for a while.......2005-09-26

    I bought Dalene's first French Beaded Flowers book and used it extensively. I was happy to add the second one to my collection. It is a very project-based book like the first one. I have made a number of the flowers already. The instructions are clear and concise. A good book for beginners.

    5 out of 5 stars Stop and bead the flowers!.......2004-04-19

    Dalene's second book of French Beaded Flowers is a welcome addition to her first. I've already made several of the flowers! Her instructions are clear, and the flowers are just beautiful. Good work, Dalene!
    Japanese Celebrations: Cherry Blossoms, Lanterns And Stars!
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Charming presentation of Japanese festivities.
    • Japanese Celebrations: Cherry Blossoms, Lanterns and Stars!
    • Disappointed when I recieved ONLY a 16 page book
    Japanese Celebrations: Cherry Blossoms, Lanterns And Stars!
    Betty Reynolds
    Manufacturer: Tuttle Publishing
    ProductGroup: Book
    Binding: Hardcover

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    ASIN: 0804836582

    Book Description

    The people of Japan love to celebrate! In fact, they love it so much they have a day of celebration, whether it's a change in season, a religious observance, or just a special moment in life, every month of the year. Brimming with ancient traditions, exotic decorations, and delicious, seasonal foods, Japanese Celebrations will take you on a month-by-month tour of some of Japan's best-loved festivals.
    Beautifully illustrated and full of fascinating facts about Japanese holidays and celebrations, this 48-page picture book offers a vivid picture of some of Japan's most festive events including New Year's, Children's Day, Cherry Blossom Season, Harvest Moon Viewing, Christmas in Japan and many more.
    With simple but informative text and illustrations that explain the significance of the dress, decoration, food, gifts and activities associated with these events, Japanese Celebrations promises to delight and educate young readers and parents alike.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Charming presentation of Japanese festivities........2007-07-20

    With great drawings, this light text proceeds through the seasons of Japan explaining the holidays. References to food, culture and customs are made throughout. Great way to learn about Japanese celebrations.

    5 out of 5 stars Japanese Celebrations: Cherry Blossoms, Lanterns and Stars!.......2007-05-07

    A beautiful book. Betty Reynolds is an American who was a keen observer while living in Japan. Her illustrations are wonderful and she covers the whole year and includes a lot of Japanese words (with pronunciations and explanations). There is so much information packed into a very easy to read and beautiful format. I highly recommend any of Betty Reynolds' bookds to anyone who wants to understand Japanese culture or who is studying Japanese.

    2 out of 5 stars Disappointed when I recieved ONLY a 16 page book.......2007-03-17

    The book that I ordered was SUPPOSED to have 48 PAGES. The book that I recieved in the mail ONLY has 16 PAGES. I have emailed the seller and I have not heard from them. They sold me a book that is NOT supposed to be sold, it says so on the in side the cover. I called Barns and Noble and they said that it is a copy for book stores to review before they buy many copies. I paid for a incomplete book!!!!! Very disappointed!

    IF I had gotten the whole 48 page book, I believe that it would have been a really great book to teach students about the many different holidays that are celebrated in Japan. That is what I was going to use it for but since all of the pages were not there I could not use the book. I'm sure that if I had the full 48 page book I would have given it five stars and a better review.
    Knit Along with Debbie Macomber - The Shop on Blossom Street (Leisure Arts #4132)
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • loved these patterns
    • It's fun to knit along with the story...
    • Need more basic detailed instructions
    • Both delighted and disappointed
    • Knit Along with Debbie Macomber
    Knit Along with Debbie Macomber - The Shop on Blossom Street (Leisure Arts #4132)
    Debbie Macomber , and Leisure Arts
    Manufacturer: Leisure Arts
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    Binding: Paperback

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    ASIN: 1574865102

    Product Description

    11 Baby Afghans inspired by the New York Times Best Selling Book! Popular author Debbie Macommber has discovered that women's fiction and knitting go together like a hand and glove - a knit glove, of course. In her books THE SHOP ON BLOSSOM STREET and A GOOD YARN, Debbie introduces us to two groups of women from highly diverse backgrounds. The women join knitting classes at a small yarn shop in Seattle and soon discover that friendship truly knows no boundaries.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars loved these patterns.......2007-07-09

    i loved how the pattern book reflected the story that goes by the same name. the pictures were beautiful and the step-by-step instructions made me feel, as a beginner, that i could produce these same treasures. after reading each book, i am now anxious to start working on the same projects that lydia held classes in.

    the corresponding patterns books are a must and i highly recommend them. they will extend the stories that you have read.

    5 out of 5 stars It's fun to knit along with the story..........2006-10-29

    If you are an avid knitter and you are reading this book you may find yourself wanting to see the patterns and maybe trying them out yourself. This is the perfect complement to the novel as it lays out the patterns for all the items the ladies are making in the book. I've done one of the blankets so far and it was fairly easy to follow the pattern.

    2 out of 5 stars Need more basic detailed instructions.......2006-08-02

    Since I'm a beginner, this didn't have enough detailed information to start a project. The illustrations are beautiful though. When I get a little bit more basic knitting, I'm sure this book will come in handy.

    2 out of 5 stars Both delighted and disappointed.......2005-12-11

    When I got this book and paged through it, I was delighted with the baby blankets and I've decided to knit several of them. I was also excited because I love the "Yarn Shop" series. Debbie Macomber captures the spirit of a Local Yarn Shop beautifully.

    So was I bitterly disappointed when I looked up the recommended yarns for the project. These are yarns that are available in large chain stores, not in local yarn shops. I can appreciate that people are interested in knitting affordably, but there could at least be a mix of yarns. Much of what I loved about the original books is the knitting community that takes place in a local yarn shop. Having ALL of the recommended yarns in the pattern books come from chain stores betrays the premise of the stories. The stories could not have taken place anywhere else, yet the companion books send you to buy yarn from the very stores that are driving small shops out of business.

    4 out of 5 stars Knit Along with Debbie Macomber.......2005-09-12

    I love her knitting novels. This book with the patterns from her first knitting book is super. Some of the patterns are a little challenging for a new knitter, but there are a few that are reasonably easy. The book is in an attractive format with very nice full color pictures of the projects. There are quite a few patterns included along with some knitting instructions. This is really worth the money.

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