Baby Couture

Baby Couture
Average customer rating:

waste of money

Cute, but not very clearly written

Nothing resembling "COUTURE"

Don't waste your money

Great book!

Baby Couture
Samantha McNesby
Manufacturer: Krause Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0873497740

Book Description

Stylish baby clothes don?t have to cost a fortune ? readers can

emulate the latest trends in baby gear simply and

inexpensively with this new guide. Projects are designed for

levels of sewing experience from beginner to more advanced,

and include patterns for booties, slippers, caps, bibs, jumpers,

pants, dresses, coats and more.

Author Samantha McNesby shares five specific trends to

coordinate with the patterns: Shabby Chic, a soft, traditional

look with an heirloom feel; Orient Style, with bold colors and

clean lines; Upscale Whimsical, with bright mixed colors and

funky silhouettes; Nostalgic, reminiscent of the 30s? mellow

colors and style; and Scandinavian, with bright colors and soft,

snuggly fabrics. The first part of the book teaches the reader

about fabric texture and pattern, and the effects they have on

baby. Safety tips for baby clothing are also included, as well as

a resource guide and patterns for the projects.

Customer Reviews:

waste of money.......2007-10-07

You'd think from the pretty picture on the cover that this book might have some good stuff inside...WRONG. Not only are some of these creations a big too shabby for my taste, many of the patterns are terrible.

And don't even get me started with the sewing techniques. Thank goodness I have enough sewing experience to know some of the techniques are poorly executed.

To call this "Couture" is a joke.

Cute, but not very clearly written.......2007-01-25

I have sewn many, many costumes and dresses for my children, so I am not a rank beginner. Even though the patterns look simple enough, they are poorly labeled on the pattern sheet or poorly drafted. I think the items are cute..except for the ghastly pillowcase top. The little pants and the jackets are very cute. Children's clothing doesn't have to be complicated to be adorable...still, I have enormous reservations about the fact that the pattern pieces labeled jumper front and jumper back don't appear to match... good idea book, but if the patterns aren't going to line up, don't spend $22 bucks. Find a really steep discount.

Nothing resembling "COUTURE".......2007-01-17

Oh my, how I wish that I had read - and heeeded - the negative reviews for this book BEFORE I wasted my $5 on a copy on online auction. Even that small amount was far too much and I will probably throw it away. To give credit where it is due, the cover picture is lovely.

Don't waste your money.......2006-08-10

If you have any sewing experience at all, don't bother. I was expecting extraordinary outfits (that is what the title Baby Couture implied) and all that is in this book is ho-hum. If you want to create fabulous clothing for the little ones in your life, get the magazine Ottobre Design, you'll be happy you did!

Great book!.......2006-07-10

This is one of my favorite sewing books, and I have several. The patterns and directions are easy to follow and many ideas are given for adapting the same patterns to many varied looks. This book is one that all who sew, from beginners to advanced, will be able to use and not be puzzled about what to do next. I recommend this book also for its creative ideas using vintage fabrics. Great book.

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The Block Book
Susan Arkin Couture
Manufacturer: Harpercollins
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding

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Prairie Blanket for Baby - Oat Couture Natural Kitting

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Prairie Blanket for Baby - Oat Couture Natural Kitting
Oat Couture Designer
Manufacturer: Oat Couture
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Pamphlet
ASIN: B000RWDYT0

Prairie Blanket for Baby - Oat Couture Natural Kitting - BB208

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Prairie Blanket for Baby - Oat Couture Natural Kitting - BB208
Oat Couture Designer
Manufacturer: Oat Couture
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One Knitting pattern for Prairie Blanket for baby. 38" square.

Artful Cards: 60 Fresh & Fabulous Designs
Average customer rating:

lots of yummy eye candy

Not a book for a beginning card maker

Artful Cards: 60 Fresh & Fabulous Designs
Katherine Duncan Aimone
Manufacturer: Lark Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 157990551X

Book Description

These elegant cards--conceived by the biggest names in crafting, such as Lynn Whipple, Claudine Hellmuth, Terry Taylor, and Akiko Sugiyama--use many of the popular "altered book" techniques, and the results are exquisite. In the same amount of time as it would take you to scan the racks for something mass-produced and impersonal, you can create these superbly designed, individualized 3-D and pop-up cards; photocopied, collaged, stenciled, and stamped ones; papers that have been stitched, embossed, woven, and cut; and projects incorporating fabulous folds and fasteners. There are even ideas about coordinating accompanying envelopes. And all the cards include many imaginative variations that will prompt crafters to explore the techniques in greater depth.

Customer Reviews:

lots of yummy eye candy.......2007-09-15

This book has lots of yummy eye candy by a variety of contributing artists that will get your ideas flowing. I am excited to be included as one of the artists in this book.

Not a book for a beginning card maker.......2006-08-19

I was disappointed in this book, and subsequently returned it, because it required many expensive scrapbooking items in order to make the cards pictured. A beginner would literally spend well over a hundred dollars for materials just to get started, not to mention the hours needed to complete each card. Perhaps an advanced card maker with supplies on hand would not be as disappointed. Also, I found the cards to be too "artsy" for my taste. There was only one card design of interest to me.

Complete Book of Mother & Baby Care
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Mother & Baby Care

A Must Have for All New Moms

Best book, bar none, for pregnancy and baby care.

If you are buying one book for pregnancy and child care...

most informative book for new mothers & fathers

Complete Book of Mother & Baby Care

Manufacturer: Readers Digest Assn of Canada
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Binding: Hardcover

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Mother & Baby Care.......2007-06-09

I bought this book when I first found out I was pregant and it prepared me for what I should expect in the first stages of the pregnancy and up until my son was 3 years. It also showed me what and how the baby developed at each stage in it's production. It was great I would have been lost without this book.

A Must Have for All New Moms.......2003-09-30

I am a first time mom, my husband and I were very nervous as we had never been around new born babies before and had no idea what we would need to buy, how to hold a baby ,what we needed to learn even!! This book is a complete book for all novices, it has many illustrious pictures and clear style of writing which is easy to understand. It covers more or else all topics personally I could think of. I have refered to it time and again all throughout my pregnancy and am sure it will be a great help once my baby is here.

Best book, bar none, for pregnancy and baby care........2003-03-27

This is the best book that I used as a resource when I was pregnant and for baby care. I never read the "What to expect ..." books. This book seemed to have the information I needed without going into too much detail. The pictures were fantastic. Most useful, though, is that it tells what symptoms mean "call the doctor". It also got us to get our kids to sleep through the night. Highly recommen!

If you are buying one book for pregnancy and child care..........2002-10-05

this should be the one. It is a great book to follow through the stages of pregnancy and then into child care up to the toddler years. The pictures of the childhood rashes and sections indicating when to call the doctor are fabulous.

most informative book for new mothers & fathers.......1999-10-22

This is one book that I would strongly recommend (and do buy for all my friends). It has a picture of every childhood disease that you can imagine from diaper rash to chicken pox to the mumps. It's all in here and the book covers pregnancy to about age 5. They say a picture is worth a thousand words and when dealing with your own kids' sickness, this book is very helpful

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The BEST Book on Breastfeeding
An Easy to Read and Informative Book
Very helpful
great for beginners
Good instruction, too opinionated

The Complete Book of Breastfeeding
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Manufacturer: WORKMAN PUB
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American Academy of Pediatrics receommends breastfeeding for the first 6 months and this book will help
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Draws upon the very latest research from prominent scholars and practitioners in the field
New information on breastfeeding and is protection against disease
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ASIN: 0761109021

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With over one and a half million trade and mass-market paperback copies in print, The Complete Book of Breastfeeding is one of the recognized classics in its field. Now it has been completely revised and updated, and dovetails perfectly with the recent major policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months and continued nursing for at least one year and as long thereafter as mother and child desire. In addition to incorporating the new AAP guidelines throughout the book, the Third Edition of The Complete Book of Breastfeeding draws on the very latest research from prominent scholars and practitioners in the field. It presents new information on how breastfeeding offers protection against various diseases for both child and mother; new discussion of the positive impact of breastfeeding on a child's cognitive development; a greatly expanded section on available support systems and their importance; guidelines to help a mother-to-be choose a hospital or birthing center with breastfeeding-positive policies; and a new section on signs of baby's adequate milk intake, with charts. Plus new and expanded sections on nutrition for lactating mothers, the mother's social life, the role of the father, the nursing working mother, how to express, store, and offer breast milk, and how to wean your child. The Complete Book of Breastfeeding is the warm, accessible, and authoritative guide for every new mother. Author Marvin S. Eiger, MD., is a nationally known pediatrician who practiced in New York City for 30 years. The Third Edition of The Complete Book of Breastfeeding was co-authored by Sally Wendkos Olds.

Customer Reviews:

The BEST Book on Breastfeeding.......2007-10-06

I used this book 27 years ago when I was pregnant with my first child. I just bought it for my friend's daughter who is having her first and wanting to breastfeed. It has been revised and updated a little, but retains the same great, easy to understand information. The best part is the table of contents. It breaks down the layout of the book to small chunks of information allowing you to quickly find specific information you're looking for,ie: feeding positions, what to do about blocked ducts, building up your milk supply, etc. I highly recommend it!!

An Easy to Read and Informative Book .......2007-06-12

The book facts are well organized in this book with relevant headings for each chapter. New mothers would find this book exceptionally useful as it contains information other than breastfeeding. Tips on how to eat a well balanced diet and understanding your postpartum body are put across in simple terms. I would recommend this as a baby shower gift to mothers who intend to breastfeed.

Very helpful.......2007-01-03

This book was extremely helpful to me as a first time mother. It was very easy to read and to use as a reference, and I'm sure it helped me to continue breastfeeding when I was feeling inadequate and unsure of myself. Now my 4 month old is still breastfed and is growing like a weed!

great for beginners.......2006-08-16

I love this book. As a first time mother, I could not have been happier with the extensive explanations and information provided. It covers all sorts of issues, not just problems that you may encounter. It also provides peace of mind assistance in the middle of the night when you can't call someone about difficulties you are having.

Good instruction, too opinionated.......2006-02-10

This book offered a lot of good information about breastfeeding and it was very complete in that sense.

It gives every reason why breastfeeding is a good thing and that's motivational. However, I bottle-fed in the past and I could have done without all of the opinions about bottle-feeders.

Being a new mother (whether it's the first time or the sixth)is an emotional time and can be overwhelming in the beginning. This book sets you up to feel like a failure if, for one reason or another, you are unable to breastfeed.

I am a healthy adult and I was bottle-fed. I have wonderful, brilliant and healthy children who have been bottle-fed. I object to the statement that this is the best thing you can ever do for your child. I agree it is beneficial, but I know there is a lot worse mothers are doing to their babies than offering a bottle of formula.

I really don't agree with the section about breastfeeding children 6, 7 and even 8 years old. Come on. That's OK, but formula is the start of a dull and unhealthy future? Please.

I wish they could have written this book to inform new mothers and left the opinions completely out of it.

The Everything Baby's First Year Book: Complete Practical Advice to Get You and Baby Through the First 12 Months (Everything Series)

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Worst book ever
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The Everything Baby's First Year Book: Complete Practical Advice to Get You and Baby Through the First 12 Months (Everything Series)
T. S. Nee
Manufacturer: Adams Media Corporation
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Whether you're a new or experienced parent, the first year of your newborn's life is both a wonderful and challenging time. The Everything Baby's First Year Book provides you with a complete guide to surviving these first twelve months - from what to do when arriving home from the hospital with your bundle of joy to handling feeding, bathing, and sleeping routines.

The Everything Baby's First Year Book provides advice on every aspect of your baby's physical, emotional, and social development. In this thorough guide, you will find quick answers to all your toughest questions. Featuring professional advice and hundreds of parenting tips - from clipping your newborn's nails to calming a colicky baby - this book will help you keep your sanity as you enjoy the ups and downs of your baby's first year.

You'll learn all about:
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Customer Reviews:

Worst book ever.......2007-06-12

If you must read a how to be a parent book, please do not pick this one. It is full of misinformation and terrible advice.

Some info.......2006-09-15

Here is the thing.breastfed babies DO NOT NEED anything other than breast milk untill 6 months old.IN MOST CASES formula fed babies can have solids before 6 months.To the woman who said it's not true ,honey go read aap opinions on it.As for bottle fed mothers having to hide.GO ON PREGNANCY WEBSITES FOR GOD SAKE and see how many women are offended for bottle feeding.Formula called rat poison and so on...if you can understand the book maybe you should just read few more...

Oh sorry about the voting.i didn't know how did it work.i was voting for the book not my review

Full of ideas for thinking moms.......2005-09-09

This book is full of ideas, tried by different moms, intended to be used with common sense. Interesting how the critics jump on pieces taken out of context, and leave their common sense behind--for example, the book says moms in real life do microwave bottles, so if you do, do it safely--watch out for glass bottles and plastic lines, shake it well so there are no hotspots, and test the milk temperature carefully before giving it to your baby. This is dangerous advice? Hold off solids to 6 months...this is dangerous as well? Excuse me? What I liked best about this book was it lay out lots of alternatives from both traditional and non-traditional parenting cultures, and trusted my common sense to do what is right, instead of prescribing a narrow parenting path.

Dangerous Advice.......2005-06-08

I am a nurse practioner in pediatrics. This book was brought to my attention recently by two of my patients mothers. She had brought her 4 month old baby into my office because she had burns on the inside of her mouth. The burns had come from microwaving infant formula. She had told me that she had read in this book that even though the can said not to use a microwave the book had said to go ahead and do it because all formula-feeding moms do.Another mother had told me that her son had choked on the hair from a make-up brush the other night and she also said that she had read in this book that make-up brushes are "safe" toys. So i asked her to bring me the book if possible, she did and sure enough there it was,along with other dangerous and well lets say silly advice. Her "sickness and health" chapter is by far the worst. Never in the 12 years Ive been practicing that Ive heard of treating pinkeye by squirting breastmilk in your infants eye. Or squirting breastmilk up a babies nose to fight a cold. I mean it won't hurt them but it certainly won't help either. However some advice is dangerous and should not be followed,especially the medical advice she gives. Remember this woman IS NOT A DOCTOR! Or even close to being one. I am appalled that she thinks that just because she has 3 children that makes her an expert over pediatricians,research scientists and other professionals. Who does she thinks she is! This book is so packed with bad advice I don't even have enough space to list it all(another reviewer did however). Bottom line, use your instincts,listen to your doctor and if you own this book...throw it away!

Many Baby Books In One!.......2005-03-19

I enjoyed this book on its first read and many times since. There are so many different topics (all readily accessible) that even the most experienced mom can pick up something new in just a few minutes. Ms. Nee's humorous and poignant touches bear witness to the privilege and pains of motherhood. She doesn't stay away from tricky topics and succeeds in practically addressing the varied approaches we varied moms use in making parenting decisions. The illustrations (of breastfeeding and burping positions, diaper folding, sling holds, baby carrying, even a babyteeth chart) are excellent, allowing for speedy reference by the blurry-eyed mom or dad. Topics are presented clearly, cleanly and succinctly and can be read in little chunks (perfect for the multi-tasking mom). I wish it had been in print when my first came into the world and enjoy giving it to others as a baby shower gift.

Dorling Kindersley Complete Mother and Baby Care (The Complete Book)

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Dorling Kindersley Complete Mother and Baby Care (The Complete Book)

Manufacturer: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd
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Binding: Paperback

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Complete Book of Mother & Baby Care
Canadian Medical Association
Manufacturer: Readers Digest Assn of Canada
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Binding: Hardcover
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THE COMPLETE JOHNSON & JOHNSON BOOK OF MOTHER & BABY CARE

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THE COMPLETE JOHNSON & JOHNSON BOOK OF MOTHER & BABY CARE
ELIZABETH FENWICK
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000SHS3LI

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THE COMPLETE JOHNSON & JOHNSON BOOK OF MOTHER & BABY CARE
ELIZABET FENWICK
Manufacturer: DORLING KINDERSLEY
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THE COMPLETE JOHNSON AND JOHNSON BOOK OF MOTHER AND BABY CARE

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THE COMPLETE JOHNSON AND JOHNSON BOOK OF MOTHER AND BABY CARE
ELIZABETH FENWICK
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Binding: Hardcover
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Johnson and Johnson Complete Book of Mother and Baby Care (The Complete Book)

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Johnson and Johnson Complete Book of Mother and Baby Care (The Complete Book)

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Binding: Hardcover

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Manual de cuidados de la madre y el nino/The complete book of mother and baby care

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Manual de cuidados de la madre y el nino/The complete book of mother and baby care
Elizabeth Fenwick
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