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Review
“The dogs in the illustrations are irresistible… and appear to enjoy wearing the fanciful costumes designed by Jenkins, who trained in fashion design before delving into doggy chic. This whimsical book is in essence a practical guide to making party costumes for dogs of all sizes. … The price is right, and public libraries will want to purchase this…”

—Library Journal, December 2003

“…colorful collection… Jenkins further jazzes up her compendium with colorful commentary and costume descriptions. …”

—St. Louis Post-Dispatch, October 25, 2003

Product Description
This whimsical volume is for those canines—and their owners—who enjoy fancy dressing and a touch of drama in their lives. It gives directions for making 12 amusing doggy costumes. Each outfit has been carefully and precisely designed to fit comfortably around canine anatomy and all are easy for the pet pooch to get in and out of. The author emphasizes that the dogs who modeled for this book’s amusing color photos are not trained stunt dogs, but ordinary pets. She advises her readers to make sure that no dog is coerced into wearing costumes it doesn’t want to wear, then adds that most family pets will enjoy the costume fest every bit as much as their owners. She provides patterns for all costumes, along with plenty of information on materials and cutting and fitting techniques. Her costumes are based on themes that include a Wild West Sheriff’s outfit, an Elvis the King costume, a Coco the Clown costume, an Astronaut Space Dog uniform, and eight more that are just as imaginative. Detailed instruction is augmented with 250 photos and illustrations.

Review
"How to Walk in High Heels promises to teach you everything you always wanted to know about life, fashion, music, art and electronics but were too embarrassed to ask." -- Zink

"A chic how-to-manual, tackling everything from career advice to looking tip-top in photos." -- Teen Vogue

"A sexy, savvy guide that will get you through far more than just fashion week." -- Newsweek.com

"As a friend of Manolo Blahnik's a member of John Galliano's inner circle, and a veteran fashion journalist, Morton is certainly qualified to dish out advice on modern living." -- Gotham

"In her wildly practical new book How to Walk in High Heels: The Girl's Guide to Everything, Camilla Morton offers answers to style dilemmas such as how to select the right stilettos for you." -- People

"Just what every modern girl needs." -- Glamour UK

"You'll obsess over Camilla Morton's new book . . . Forget Martha Stewart and Peggy Post: this is the modern-day must-have." -- Vanity Fair

"You’ll wonder how you ever survived without [it]." -- In Style UK

Product Description
The bestselling U.K. sensation, hailed as "the most fabulous instruction manual the world has ever seen" by Vogue.com

Can you make yourself up in five minutes flat? Make the first move without breaking a sweat? Hang a picture without becoming unhinged? Get out of a car -- or an unpleasant situation -- gracefully in a short skirt? Load an iPod as effortlessly as a dishwasher? If not, international style and fashion journalist Camilla Morton can help you navigate these and more than two hundred other hazards of modern living with grace and aplomb. Much more than just a style manual or crash course in social skills, How to Walk in High Heels also illuminates the finer points of achieving better homes and gardens, tackling technophobia, climbing the career ladder, and joining the jet set.

From the practical, such as what to do when a heel breaks and how to catch a mouse, to the imaginative, such as how to enjoy karaoke and swim in sunglasses, How to Walk in High Heels overflows with useful nuggets of advice delivered in the author’s inimitable witty style, accompanied by a foreword from Dior’s John Galliano and a Louis Vuitton trunkful of insight from experts including: -Manolo Blahnik on How to Pick a Shoe -Dolce & Gabbana on How to Get Ready in Five Minutes -Gisele Bundchen on How to Look Good in a Photo -Jade Jagger on How to Compile Your Own Soundtrack

This comprehensive do-everything-better bible takes the guesswork out of flaunting your fabulousness so that you can stop teetering and start striding confidently through the obstacle course of life.

Product Description
With its simple, clear illustrations, beautiful color photography and energetic style, Knitting renews the ultimate traditional pastime for today’s generation. The book comes complete with everything you need to knit right now, and teaches you how to knit a long skinny scarf, a cozy hat and more.

Product Description

In this sassy, inspirational and informative book, world-renowned lifestyle expert Susie Coelho reveals her inside secrets to help you express your true creativity with total confidence. Whether your focus is home, gardening or entertaining, Secrets of a Style Diva gives you the insights and exercises you need to unlock that dynamic, energetic, stylish person trapped inside of you. Style Divas unite!

From Publishers Weekly
For everyday folks who don't know how to relax, here's a collection of suggestions from professional spa owners, therapists, chefs and others who provide services to Gwyneth Paltrow, Nicole Richie and other celebrities. The authors, a mother/daughter team of "Hollywood insiders" (Laurel's the West Coast editor of Fit magazine; Sharon is a publicist), examine how celebrities and their gurus transform their homes into the perfect places to soak in bathtubs, perform or receive spa treatments such as facials, practice yoga, meditate, cook healthy food, make art and crafts, knit, garden and exercise. Thankfully, readers need not own a Beverly Hills mansion (or boast a Tinseltown pocketbook) to follow their recommendations. For example, spa and pool designer Tag Galyean, who has created oases at some top American luxury spa resorts, contributes simple and inexpensive recipes for morning and nighttime baths requiring basic oils like rosemary and lavender. Manhattan's Glow Spa, where Ivana Trump is a regular, provides formulas for a Virgin Gorda Mango Body Polish and Chocolate Fondue Facial Mask. Readers seeking to hear celebrities' direct thoughts on stress-reducing techniques will be disappointed; the authors mainly just list stars who indulge in various relaxing practices. But the guru advice is so detailed and practical, it makes up for the lack of actual celebrity input. B&w photos.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review
"A refreshing and much-needed read." -- Melissa B. Williams, Editor in Chief, Healing Lifestyles & Spas Magazine

"As the mom of 3 month old twins…GURUS’ GUIDE is filled with great tips to help me relax!" -- Lisa Breckenridge, Entertainment Anchor Fox 11

"Blissful." -- Arizona Republic

"Just say, ahhhh…If you want something cool and unusual to be one with the world, this book’s got it." -- Lori Corbin, KABC-TV

Review
"A staple...They reduce body types to a handful of basic problems, for which they offer clear solutions." -- Vogue

"Any woman who has stood tortured before a department store mirror will be grateful." -- Time

Product Description
Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine turned "the frumpy into the fabulous" (People) in What Not to Wear. Now, fashion's most lovable dictators return-looking better than ever-to tell women what NOT to wear for every occasion. No matter what age, shape, or budget, no matter if casual, smart, or trendy, Trinny and Susannah are here to help every woman look her personal best for:

- The Job Interview
- Workwear
- Playwear
- Parents Events at School
- Weddings
- Vacationwear
- Holiday Dressing
- Nights on the Town

And...what not to wear under it all!