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Summary: Good, but...
Review: bought the book - love the designs (am currently going cross eyed doing "believe" as a present for my mother).
the ONE problem (and it's not insignificant) is that the ink runs. If you're at ALL a "hands on" stitcher, make sure to photocopy the designs and work from those - i smudged out a very large section of one of the designs by accident.
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Summary: Not quite what I expected
Review: I am very surprised at the high ratings this book has been given, the new "Look Inside" feature is wonderful,if I had the chance to look inside the book before ordering it,I definitely would not have bought it. Most designs are thematic:christmas, halloween,mother goose and puppies. I only liked some of the garden designs. To be fair I should say that the layout of this book is very good along with its well defined charts, other than that it's over-rated.
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Summary: The most beautiful book I've ever held in my hands.
Review: I cannot express the feeling I got when I opened this book for the first time. Everything about it is just gorgeous, from the layout to the Englebreit touches throughout, to the very quality of the book itself. The stitching patterns are clear, colorful, and very easy to read. I can't wait to create some of these designs -- I wish I didn't have to work so I could stitch full time!
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Summary: A terrific book for fans of both cross-stitch and Engelbreit
Review: I've always loved Mary Engelbreit's artwork and was thrilled to find this book. I did the Angel "Peace" sampler and it is the most beautiful piece of needlework I have ever created. I gave it as a Christmas gift to my mother-in-law, and I have recieved many complements on it. The design was easy to follow as each symbol was color coded. The instructions for the project were clear and concise. I am looking foward to making another project from this lovely book. My only regret is that my copy has been used so much that it's quite dogeared now.
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Summary: A terrific book for fans of both cross-stitch and Engelbreit
Review: I've always loved Mary Engelbreit's artwork and was thrilled to find this book. I did the Angel "Peace" sampler and it is the most beautiful piece of needlework I have ever created. I gave it as a Christmas gift to my mother-in-law, and I have recieved many complements on it. The design was easy to follow as each symbol was color coded. The instructions for the project were clear and concise. I am looking foward to making another project from this lovely book. My only regret is that my copy has been used so much that it's quite dogeared now.
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Summary: Gorgeous Designs
Review: The cover of this book gives a taste of the wonderful things to come. The designs are colourful and refreshing, and the charts are coloured and easy to read. I can't wait to stitch the 'Home Sweet Home' sampler. There are also great ideas for using the designs in innovative ways. This book is a classic for cross stitchers. Designs run over all the seasons, and include Christmas designs, things for children, and lovely things for the home. I have enjoyed just browsing through it and reading the helpful ideas and suggestions!
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Summary: Enchanting!
Review: This book is a delight from cover to cover. Many of the designs can be done in needlepoint with just a few adaptions. The Christmas ornaments work up so nicely! We're enjoying one of them on our tree right now!
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Summary: Beautiful cross stitch
Review: This book was full of beautiful, bright designs with easy to read legends and charts. I love her designs and they look just as good cross stitched as they do on the cards, calendars, ect. Fantastic book!
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Summary: Beautiful cross stitch
Review: This book was full of beautiful, bright designs with easy to read legends and charts. I love her designs and they look just as good cross stitched as they do on the cards, calendars, ect. Fantastic book!
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Summary: My first cross stitch book
Review: This book was WONDERFUL!! She broke it up into various themes and her puppies were the cutest I have ever seen. Also I enjoyed the fact that along with the patterns she gave great ideas for how to turn the patterns into wonderful accessories for your home. I would HIGHLY recommend that this book become part of your cross stitch library. Also, check out her first book about cross stitch. It is a little more involved but still a good part of any collection.
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