Pearl's Kitchen: An Extraordinary Cookbook

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A Must Read

Pearl's Kitchen, An Extraordinary Cookbook

An Extraordinary Book

Pearl's Kitchen: An Extraordinary Cookbook
Pearl Bailey
Manufacturer: Harcourt
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0151716005

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A Must Read.......2005-05-16

I picked this book up at the libary where I have a cabin in Northern Idaho and couldn't put it down!

A delightful insight to Ms. Bailey's home life with her family and interesting sidebars about her life on the road.

The recipes make you think that you are sitting in Pearl's kitchen waiting for them to come off of the stove.

Pearl's Kitchen, An Extraordinary Cookbook.......2000-07-16

Loved this woman - love this cookbook! After many years my copy is wearing out. Sincerely hope it will be published/printed again so I can replace my copy and have copies to give family and friends.

An Extraordinary Book.......1999-11-25

I stumbled upon this delightful book at my local library. It is filled with wonderful, down-home recipes by Pearl Bailey. Most of the recipes are simple and easy to follow. My husband was even able to follow one and make a complete meal!(without burning down the kitchen). There are recipes for everything from "Sweet potato pie" to "Rice Henry" to "Macaroni & Cheese If I Do Say So". I reccommend this book to anyone who loves to cook.

Pearl's Kitchen-An Extraordinary Cookbook

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Pearl's Kitchen-An Extraordinary Cookbook

Manufacturer: Harcourt Brace Jov
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000HZ7X8K

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Pearl's Kitchen: An Extraordinary Cookbook
Pearl Bailey
Manufacturer: HARCOURT BRACE JOVANOVICH
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000OJQZQU

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Pearl's Kitchen: An Extraordinary Cookbook
Pearl Bailey
Manufacturer: Harcourt
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OJFI5O

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In 1996, Star Trek and the crew of the Enterprise celebrate their 30th anniversary. Today, the Star Trek world is a multi-million dollar adventure with three spin-off television series and seven movies to date with thousands of loyal fans. The mountain of collectibles Star Trek has left in its wake are presented here in newly revised text, lists of items and almost 600 color photographs with captions chronicling the field, and price listings to include 500 new items not appearing in the last edition! Brief synopses of the series and films put the collectibles in perspective.

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Comprehensive and Entertaining.......2000-08-02

This is a perfect look back over the decades of Star Trek collectibles and toys. It is well organized. Fans of only one series may go directly there and concentrate on those items. General Trekkers will enjoy browsing throughout. It is amazing how many items are listed. It is hard to believe a book would be misjudged on the basis of one small line of items so far on the edge of the field! Get this book!

It's a good book but it's not a complete guide !.......2000-05-30

There are many collectibles listed in this book. Also there are good pictures and descriptions. However, some of the best Star Trek collectibles and memorabilia are the Star Trek Autographed Plaques/Items done by "THE SCORE BOARD, INC.", but unfortunately in this book there are not informations about them.

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Terrific Book for the Beginning Sewer

wonderful

My Little House Sewing Book: 8 Projects from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Classic Stories (Little House)
Margaret Irwin
Manufacturer: HarperFestival
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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My Little House Crafts Book: 18 Projects from Laura Ingalls Wilder's (Little House)

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The Little House Guidebook

ASIN: 0694009032

Book Description

Now you can learn to sew many of the items Laura herself made when she was growing up on the frontier! Inside this book are easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and illustrations for eight Little House sewing projects, including Laura's sunbonnet, an embroidery sampler, and a nine-patch quilt block. All the full-sized patterns you need for these projects are included, and there's even a handy pocket inside for storing the patterns. Learn to sew and share in Laura's pioneer experiences—and make some useful and beautiful projects you'll cherish forever.

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Terrific Book for the Beginning Sewer.......1999-03-04

Beautiful illustrations, excellent content, clear instructions. This is the perfect book for a person interested in crafts and life on the prairie.

wonderful.......1998-03-28

I bought this book for my 31 year old daughter tammi who loves to sew. She said it was the best book she has ever had. Charlotte

My Little House Sewing Book: 8 Projects from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Classic Stories

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My Little House Sewing Book: 8 Projects from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Classic Stories
Margaret Irwin
Manufacturer: Harpercollins Childrens Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000NSGTVI

Product Description

The popular title The Smart Approach to Bath Design returns with all new photographs, a larger size, a fresh look, and updated information that presents the most recent and best materials and products on the market. Read about the latest trends in master baths, family baths, powder rooms, and accessible design. Talk the talk of professional designers, and plan your project with professional finesse. The series' familiar Smart Steps and Smart Tips accompany more than 260 glorious photographs and take you through the process with ease-from beginning to end.

Over 260 all-new gorgeous photographs to spark ideas, plus illustrations of numerous bathroom floor plans

Scores of exciting design tips

A comprehensive compilation of the most up-to-the-minute products, materials, and style trends

Information-packed Smart Steps and trademark Smart Tips provide insider "secrets"

Easy-to-read, consumer-friendly text that explains how to think, plan, and design like a professional

Scaled templates of fixtures for planning a new layout

New Resource Guide

Complete index and glossary of important terms

Softcover, 208 pages, Published 2003

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New Smart Approach to Bath Design.......2005-09-29

I thought this book was very well written and nicely illistrated. I would recommend this book to any builder or remodeler project. Best I have seen sofar. Capt. Larry of Cobra Construction.

Fantastic.......2004-05-10

What an excellent book this is! It is truly impressive to peruse a decorating book where attention to detail is evident. This book features page after page of lovely bathrooms, in every style conceivable. This is not "House Beautiful" or "Metropolitan Home" where every room is stripped bare and void of any sign of life. This book shows modern bathrooms, country bathrooms, bathrooms for kids, 1950's bathrooms with tourquoise tile, etc. It is a feast for the eyes and worthy of owning. It is without a doubt, the best bathroom book I've ever seen, (and I've seen dozens) and gave me some great ideas for our renovation.

The New Smart Approach to Home Decorating (New Smart Approach)

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Great for Non-Decorators
A Smart Approach to Home Decorating
Good tips for decorating
Good Technical Foundation
I've learned a lot from this book

The New Smart Approach to Home Decorating (New Smart Approach)
Editors of Creative Homeowner
Manufacturer: Creative Homeowner
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Creative Homeowner Press #279672 Home Decorating Book
CREATIVE HOMEOWNER PRESS

ASIN: 1580111432

Product Description

An all-new, enlarged edition of a perennial favorite, The New Smart Approach to Home Decorating introduces readers to the classic theories and themes of timeless design while it showcases today's best interior design trends. More than 440 color photographs accompany the series of easy Smart Steps and Smart Tips that demonstrate how anyone can make a home comfortable, cozy, and chic on any budget. Learn how to make the most out of any space, large or small; shop wisely for furniture; choose a prefect window treatment; or accessorize to add character.

More than 440 all-new inspirational photographs of design styles

Smart, practical room-by-room decorating advice

Information-packed Smart Steps and trademark Smart Tips provide insider "secrets"

Designer-savvy tips that lend a professional touch to a room

Scaled templates of furnishings for planning a floor plan or arrangement

New Resource Guide

Comprehensive index and glossary of important terms

Softcover, 288 Pages, Published 2003

Customer Reviews:

Great for Non-Decorators.......2006-07-30

This book is a great education for those of us who lack any decorating knowledge. It explains how to use color, texture, fabric, lighting, the room shape/design, window treatments...etc. etc. to make your home beautiful. Even if you think you know how to use these things, this makes you think about them in an entirely different way. It's not an "idea" book, but a true home decorating how-to book. Based on reviews I actually bought another book and got this one to get the free shipping, but actually this book is much better. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to spice up their home.

A Smart Approach to Home Decorating.......2006-06-20

This book contained many ideas for a . Many photographs to show simple traditional and contemporary home interiors. The text covers everything starting basic room layouts to explaining everything there is to know about decorating a nice home.

Good tips for decorating.......2006-02-17

It is usually difficult to asses a decor book on the internet. I usually spend hours in a books store to purchase the right decor book. However I was very pleased with this one.. It contains a variety of decor information.. more like a course on decor... Well explained, good information, explaination of many techniques, and styles, good photos... A good buy.. only complaint the book was printed 2003, however decor styles and rules can be applied to general decor style..

Photos very stylish, good quality book... no regrets for purchase.

Good Technical Foundation.......2004-05-18

I am in the process of buying my first home (a condo) and have no clue about decorating so I randomly checked a bunch of books out of the library, including this one. At first I did not like it and found it boring and elitist. The decorating pictured was exponentially more expensive than anything I will ever be able to afford and way too fussy for my taste, and she constantly talks about using little nooks that you just happen to find in your enormous mansion (e.g., putting a desk on the stair landing...um, my bedroom is about the size of that landing!). There are no unused nooks in my 1100 sq ft condo, I assure you!

However, as I read through the whole book I realized that I was getting a very thorough education in the basics of home decorating--an education I didn't even know I needed. The book covers everything from very basic details such as what height bar stools to get depending on your counter height, to a comprehensive description of the types window treatments, to more technical information on the five different types of lighting, and onto esoteric remodeling considerations. When I reached the end I realized that it was the most informative resource I have looked at (and I've looked at a LOT of decorating publications at this point), and I ended up buying a copy.

This book's strength is *not* loads of pretty pictures with decorating ideas you can steal. I actually liked very few of the decorating ideas and can afford none of them. BUT, if you want to feel more confident implementing your own decorating ideas with an educated and technically-sound approach, I highly recommend it.

I've learned a lot from this book.......2004-02-25

Gee, Amy Hilliard was way too critical.
I think it's all in what you're wanting to get out of the book. This is a wonderful book if you're wanting to learn what makes a nicely decorated home. Elements such as color, patterns, scale, lighting, furniture, window treatment, etc. all play a role, and it explains how you can use each to your advantage. Then it also goes into each room of the house and talks more specifically about what's more important for that room. One thing I love about this book is that it's filled with pictures, that, as with all books, keeps me captivated. So the "smart approach" here is to learn what things your need to focus on in decorating your home and how to manipulate those elements so that it fits your own home and your own style.
I've yet seen another decorating book that is this thorough and concise.

The New Smart Approach to Kids' Rooms (New Smart Approach Series)

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Very Helpful with Basic Advice
Gotta Love This!
Packed with color photos and many different ideas and options

The New Smart Approach to Kids' Rooms (New Smart Approach Series)
Megan Connelly
Manufacturer: Creative Homeowner
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1580111785

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An updated version of a backlist best-seller, The New Smart Approach to Kids' Rooms offers sensible advice to parents who need help decorating and furnishing their children's rooms. The book presents hundredsof ideas for solving the issues of working with space and color, developing a budget, and selecting age-appropriate design themes. It provides sensible advice for buying a mattress, selecting furniture, and choosing window treatments and flooring. In addition, there are many ideas for organizing play, work, sleep, and storage areas, as well as how to create a room that will be shared by two. Individual, age-specific chapters focus on the needs of newborns, toddlers, young school-age children, and teenagers. 260 lavish color photographs accompany lots of 'Smart Steps' and 'Smart Tips' throughout the book.

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Very Helpful with Basic Advice.......2006-03-09

Wonderful advice with clear illustrations. The sample budget listed in the book is financially on target-unless, the reader is looking for something really posh. (www.poshtots.com for most beautiful furniture). Excellent resource guide is listed in the back chapters. Economical but good unpainted furniture similar to what is illustrated, can be found at (www.woodyou.com). City Furniture at www.cityfurniture.com has excellent choices for beds.

For the "murals" shown in the book, the reader can probably use wallpaper or partial "stick on" to create a smilar look, in order to keep cost down. Items can be found at local Art/Craft Store (Pearl or Michels).

More than a coffee table book

Gotta Love This!.......2005-10-26

This is a magnificent idea source for decorating a child's room. Everything is in color and what colors they are, too! There are one to three pictures per page. All ages of children's rooms are represented and they even have a small section on children's bathrooms. I first saw a library copy, but fell in love with the book so much that I decided to buy one for me. I'm a librarian and this is the nicest book I've ever seen on the topic. Happy reading and looking.

Packed with color photos and many different ideas and options.......2005-09-05

Megan Connelly's The New Smart Approach To Kids' Rooms updates a best-selling book on designing spaces for children, from using color to producing rooms both parents and kids will enjoy. From comfortable, easily-cleaned flooring kids will play on without worry to room plans which work with furniture choices, New Smart Approach To Kids' Rooms comes packed with color photos and many different ideas and options.

The New Smart Approach to Window Decor (New Smart Approach)

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More of an Idea Book and there are better ones out there
Great Photo Reference

The New Smart Approach to Window Decor (New Smart Approach)
Lynn Elliot , and Lisa Lent
Manufacturer: Creative Homeowner
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Book Description

An updated version of a backlist best-seller, The New Smart Approach to Window Decor offers consumers the latest ideas in window dressings and design. Whether changing the look of a room with window treatments or adding privacy while maintaining the view, the reader will be able to accomplish his or her design goal with the ease of a professional. An abundance of rich color photographs and illustrations offer inspiration and design ideas for curtains, draperies, blinds, and shutters. Accents such as valances, swags, and cornices, as well as decorative and functional hardware and accessories, are also included. - Over 500 inspirational window treatment concepts - More than 250 full-color photographs - 175 color illustrations - 78 black-and-white templates - Ideas on how a window treatment can transform the look of a room relatively inexpensively - Includes information on accessories as well as window treatments - Smart Tips included throughout the book provide practical decorating ideas and solutions - Extensive resource guide of window treatment products - Comprehensive index and glossary provide easy reference

Customer Reviews:

More of an Idea Book and there are better ones out there .......2005-12-07

I am reviewing an older edition "The Smart Approach to Window Decor" which I did not find on Amazon site, I guess because there is a new edition out.

I was expecting a book that included many how-to's since this is part of the Creative Homeowner series, but alas, there were few. There is a chapter called "Make Your Own Curtains", but it was only 7 pages. This chapter showed illustrations of:
~how to sew a corner of a curtain
~what the different tops of curtain look like (rod pocket, bow tie, tab, button top) but NO photographs or illustrations on how to make them, just brief text.
~how to make a rosette but no details of tips of integrating it into the valance.

There is a photo of a scarf valance with a rosette, but there is no info on how to attach the one they illustrated to the scarf seamlessly. The photo shown seems to be a rosette that was created with one length of fabric, not two separate pieces.

The pictures were nice, but some of the treatments were quite unattractive. For example, on page 144 there is a dormer window where the illustration shows floor length curtains. The top is on a rod above the window and another curtain rod is at the base of the short window ACROSS the middle of the curtain! On page 140, there is an illustration of a circular window and a straight swag was hung above it! UGLY.

Hopefully, there are improved suggestions for odd-shaped windows in the "New" edition of this book. I am so glad I borrowed it from the library and did not purchase it. I did give it 3 stars because some of the windows were very nice.

Great Photo Reference.......2004-09-25

This is a great book if you need ideas for what kind of window treatment you want. It has beautiful photos of all different types of living spaces and treatments. However, if you are looking for a book that tells you how to make the curtains that you see, this not the book for you. There are not how to instructions provided. This is purely a photo book with brief descriptions - but worth having to get ideas!

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NEW SMART APPROACH TO HOME DECORATING
CREATIVE HOMEOWNERS PRESS (EDT)
Manufacturer: CREATIVE HOMEOWNER PRESS
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000KVG6HA

Creative Homeowner.(The New Smart Approach to Kids' Rooms)(Southern Inspired Home Designs)(Northeastern Inspired Home Designs)(New Decorating with Architectural ... Review): An article from: The Bookwatch

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Creative Homeowner.(The New Smart Approach to Kids' Rooms)(Southern Inspired Home Designs)(Northeastern Inspired Home Designs)(New Decorating with Architectural ... Review): An article from: The Bookwatch

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