Z Books

This is the best knitting help book I have found yet. I began knitting as a little girl but set my needles aside for awhile. Now with four young grandchildren the needles are very busy once again, but there are some things I have forgotten or techniques that I felt I needed to improve. This book was the answer for both. In fact, I have recommended it to others and have purchased additional copies for gifts.

This book came highly recommended from a yarn store owner. I am a beginner but want to make some specific items. This is not a book of patterns, but of stitches. So it is a good reference book for any pattern.

This is almost two books in one: the first half is a superb, thorough instructional manual of stumpwork embroidery techniques; the second half, a detailed collection of stumpwork projects from designers which have been featured in Inspirations magazine, arguably the most prestigious embroidery publication in the world. You really get the A to Z!

Despite the carefully photographed, step-by-step technique section, I would rate A-Z of Stumpwork as a book for the intermediate stumper. True, it is published in a spiral-bound format, which in my opinion is invaluable for a working reference guide of any kind. But even experienced stitchers do forget stitches from time to time. And let us not overlook the elegant, gorgeous designs that are laid out for us to duplicate, designs from the likes of Anna Scott, Jan Kerton, Wendy Innes and Janet Luce. Their elaborate embroideries are given complete materials' lists and instructions, but not illustrated step by step.

Everything in the A-Z series is so beautifully photographed, so carefully organized and detailed, and so charmingly illustrated with whimsical prints and retro-Victorian artwork, that of course I have to award A-Z of Stumpwork five stars. I recommend that a beginner get a copy of Kay Dennis' Beginner's Guide to Stumpwork to get started and this lovely A-Z reference to use and keep for a lifetime of usefulness and inspiration.
-Andrea, aka Merribelle

In my humble opinion this is one of the best books on stumpwork on the market! But if you are familiar with the A-Z series of books this wont surprise you. Amazing detailed pictures of each step with crystal clear instructions and sumptous projects! The only drawback I found was its lack of any figures. It's flowers, berries, mushrooms and animals. If you are just starting out in stumpwork I would recommended this book with Kay Dennis' book "Beginner's Guide to Stumpwork". Plenty of wonderful projects to keep you busy for quite a while!

This small book out of Australia is a real gem. The front is full of embroidery stitches detailed in execution. The patterns follow. The key to many of these books is whether the book has nice, usable patterns that are adaptable, thorough in instruction & reproducible. I would say that this book fits all of these cases. While everything is geared to embroidery, crossing over to needlepoint (evenweave) would not be difficult though the book doesn't encourage it because there is another book aimed for that audience.

Typical patterns are: birds, a koala:-) and flowers. The use of colour is quite nice. The only downside, is unlike the Cross Stitch Bible by Jane Greenoff, this book does not help you in designing your own patterns. Still for the price you get allot of patterns and a good overall grounding in embroidery as it discusses the various wools and needles and transferring the patterns.

Good for beginners and those looking for some nice patterns with some atypical stitches.

This is an awesome book; showing basic stitches in a clear, concise manner that is easy to follow and providing instructions for some terrific projects. The photos, which are very clear, of the stitches are step by step and the spiral binding lays flat (very important when trying to follow along). Great to start you off and to keep as a future reference. And, once you get the basics down, check at countrybumpkin.com for the magazine Inspirations which gives further projects building on the info in this book.

good practical information for women of all ages; well organized ; a great reference guide for all women

I just finished reading this book, and like all books by Vanderhaeghe, the information is well researched. She focuses on vitamins/minerals/herbs to assist in 25 women's health conditions and has written in detail symptoms,causes for each as well as health tips to enhance healing. This book is a must have for all us women. It's easy reading too without alot of words few of us understand.

This book includes everything you need to master reading, writing, and speaking Hebrew! Featuring Messianic insights and dynamic lessons, Zola's Introduction to Hebrew contains a wealth of fascinating information, including summaries of each book of the Bible, the Hebrew Names of G-d, and prayers from the Siddur!

Some features of the book include:

* Step-by-step teaching - ideal for self-study!
* Workbook exercises are integrated into the text
* OVERSIZED PAGES makes reading the Hebrew easy on the eyes
* Learn the Hebrew Aleph-Bet in both print and cursive styles!
* Learn the Hebrew Vowel system quickly and easily
* Understand Hebrew Word Division and Syllables
* Understand Hebrew Accent Marks
* Practice reading real Hebrew blessings and prayers!
* Includes a large glossary of Jewish terms and Messianic concepts
* Audio support through the Hebrew for Christians web site (www.hebrew4christians.com)

Unlike "kiddie primers", this one serves as a benevolent tool for transliterations from the Hebrew Bible. Dedicated students will find themselves reading the text with Sephardic pronunciations and feeling a sense of real accomplishment.

Using an adult-learning model, the book includes plenty of practice. At over 400 pages, this text is all you need to progress from knowing not one letter of Hebrew to reading and speaking it with confidence. Foreword by Dr. Zola Levitt and scholastically edited by Dr. Yigdal Levin of Bar-Illan University, Israel.

This book is still in print and available through Hebrew for Christians (www.hebrew4christians.com).

This is the perfect sequel to the ABCDZ book! My kids love this book and it has really helped them with their number and color recognition! Enjoy!

mello yello tastes really good. you never see it in stores anymore. it's nice to see a book describing soda pops that aren't quite as well known as just coka-cola and pepsi. i'll never taste soda the same way after reading this book

I have had this book for several years.It is the most helpful that I have seen on fish and shellfish.It does not have a lot of recipes but the information on the different varieties of seafood and fish makes up for the number of recipes. As a Fisherperson, this book has been great to identify the different methods of cleaning and cooking my catch, whatever it is.I am happy to give it"Five Stars".

This book out of Hal Leonard's E-Z Play series is a wonderful book with music from the hit movie. It's super easy to use, with very large notes and the names of the notes written in. The keys are easy and the rhythm is too! The chord names are written in if you want to play chords with your left hand. I love this series!

This book out of Hal Leonard's E-Z Play series is a wonderful book with classic songs. It's super easy to use, with very large notes and the names of the notes written in. The keys are easy and the rhythm is too! The chord names are written in if you want to play chords with your left hand. I love this series! It will provide hours of fun this holiday season.