January 31, 2008

Books I *Heart*

Stir crazy, that's what I am. I need to get out of this house but little one needs to be home resting. With so much time on my hands I've been using it constructively, working on our budget, online window shopping, napping and reading. Lots of reading.

I highly recommed this book if you appreciate a clean country look. It's a very refreshing style.


I never tire of this book. It's one of my favorites to pull out time and again. I was checking it out from the library once a month so I finally broke down and bought it. Good decision.


This is a new addition to my bookshelves and I just love it. I can't wait to make some of the adorable projects in this book.



These are some of the books I'm coveting. I'd like to think that someone might get them for me for Valentine's Day. Otherwise there is a better than small chance I'll treat myself.




Let me know if you've discovered any good books lately. I put our carpenter on standby so we can build more bookshelves.
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26 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2008 11:09 AM

    I have the kids room book, sitting right next to me at this moment even, but none of the others! I have been so busy lately I haven't had time to look at books. Boo Hoo. Napping and reading sounds good to me! Enjoy yourself!
    Thanks for the book recommendations,
    Melissa

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  2. DeseraeJanuary 31, 2008 11:40 AM

    Great book receommendations! I will be sure to check them out next time I get out and about! Today is yet another snow day so I won't be going out anytime soon I'm afriad......
    ~Des

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2008 12:17 PM

    Doodle Stitching and Modern Country peak my interest. My library doesn't carry them (?!?!) so I'll have to buy them. Next stop: Amazon. :o)

    btw, I love the picture of your dog in the last post. Such a kissie face.

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  4. CindyJanuary 31, 2008 12:23 PM

    Doodle Stitching, how perfect! I've been looking for a stitchery book and I think that one will be perfect. Thanks for the tip.
    c

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2008 2:12 PM

    I just discovered your blog - and I LOVE it!

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  6. Cris of Kiss My TulleJanuary 31, 2008 2:47 PM

    Love the sock toys one! I adore sock monkeys so I'll have to check that one out.

    I would recommend reading the "Not So Big House" series. Excellent - just fantastic. Totally changed the way I approach houses and their design.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2008 3:03 PM

    There it is....the book rec I got from a certain someone. I have yet to check it out, but I will eventually get around to it!

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  8. RosemaryJanuary 31, 2008 3:07 PM

    Thanks for the tips on the books.
    I haven't had much reading time lately. Mostly magazines.
    Enjoy your day,
    Rosemary

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  9. swell.lifeJanuary 31, 2008 4:20 PM

    I am so interested in checking out doodle stitching. Thanks for sharing!

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2008 5:28 PM

    Love the crisp looks! Fabulous way to plan a new room or series of them. Thanks for sharing!

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  11. tracy @mamacreatesJanuary 31, 2008 7:14 PM

    Honey recently bought me 2 great books ~ "just because". (what a sweetie!) I can't remember the titles off the top of my head, but they're in a post from a couple days ago.

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  12. MariannaFebruary 01, 2008 3:44 PM

    Great reads! Hope Emma is feeling better.

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  13. DebFebruary 01, 2008 8:58 PM

    Great book recommendations Jen - thank you. The "Toys to Sew" cover is adorable! I am reading on lots of blogs about Vintage Vavoom - it looks like a fabulous book :-}. Beautiful Millie seems like the perfect little book buddy to snuggle up with!
    Have a great weekend Jen.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 01, 2008 9:10 PM

    Thanks for the great book suggestions!

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  15. NaturegirlFebruary 01, 2008 10:06 PM

    Love to see book suggestions! A few surely interest me! Thank you for sharing!

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  16. Liz HarrellFebruary 02, 2008 10:52 AM

    Hmmm.. I was just eyeing that Modern Country book the other day. I'll have to give it a second look.

    Thanks for the sweet comment you left the other day... I appreciate it.

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  17. KateFebruary 02, 2008 1:23 PM

    I love the covers of the toy/craft ones. So cute!

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  18. Alice ReganFebruary 02, 2008 2:46 PM

    What a wonderful book...I have a few that you have shown...I never tire of books. There's nothing better than pulling out well worn books on a winter's day!

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  19. ellencrimitrentFebruary 02, 2008 3:00 PM

    doodle stitching looks like allot of fun. I love the Softies book too.

    The sock pet book looks like something my kids would love.

    Ellen

    http://ellencrimitrent.typepad.com

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  20. .February 02, 2008 3:21 PM

    I so want the doodle stitching book...
    I saw it and didn't buy it and haven't seen it since...
    I need to own that book!
    Thanks for reminding me...
    now it's destiny!
    ~laura d.

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  21. Tina LeavyFebruary 02, 2008 5:18 PM

    inviting you over to my blog to join in my latest give away. I hope you'll stop by and join the fun.
    Tina

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  22. Niesz Vintage HomeFebruary 02, 2008 6:57 PM

    "Clean Country"...Yes, I thinks that describes my style! I'll have to find that book.

    And the sock toys, how cute.
    Thanks for the book reviews!

    Kimberly :)

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  23. cammyFebruary 03, 2008 5:39 PM

    I just checked out from the library the Sock & Glove book....it looks very cute. I too want the Home book. Hope you are enjoying your weekend.

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  24. NanFebruary 03, 2008 8:17 PM

    Thanks for the book recommendations. I'll check them out.
    Hugs,
    Nan

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  25. Lana ManisFebruary 15, 2008 8:47 PM

    I have wondered about the Modern Country book...now I guess I'll have to add one more to my stash, lol!
    Your Valentine display was beautiful ~ don't feel that it didn't live up to what you see in the magazines ~ it was picture perfect!

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  26. My Notting HillJuly 09, 2008 7:36 PM

    First time visitor - love your blog! Just ordered Doodle Stitchery for my daugher (and me too.) Michele

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