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Color:Seventies, equestrian-inspired chic: timeless, seasonless, effortless. Our Saddalrina Large Saddlebag is made of smooth, glossy Italian leather with a fold-over flap front, 'T' turn-lock closure and an adjustable strap that can be worn two ways: over the shoulder or crossbody. Designed with plenty of pockets and compartments to keep essentials organized, it's a classic wear-everywhere style.
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Rated 3.8 out of 5 by 10 reviewers.
Rated 1 out of 5 by Jlshops Second Tory Bag with strap issues! I got this bag for my birthday and absolutely love it, but was so disappointed when I wore it for the first time and the strap came off. I had been searching for the perfect tan bag. This is the 2nd bag I have had that has a strap issue. The first required TB to send me extra screws for when the strap would randomly come unscrewed and go flying. For the price, this should not happen. Sadly, I returned this bag and purchased from another designer and will be selective on future handbag purchases when it comes to quality of design. March 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by LetyJ Perfect Size I purchased the brown one. This handbag is the perfect size. It fits everything I need and looks fabulous. For casual days when you want your hands to be free to shop, this handbag is convenient and stylish. It is comfortable on the shoulders and on the side. Because of the way the handles are placed on the handbag, handbag does not move to front or back like some cross body handbags do. If other colors become available in the future, I would buy them. LOVE IT! January 21, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by JessicaGustafson Not for me The color is BEAUTIFUL!!! However this bag was not what i thought. I'm a plus size gal, so the strap for the cross body looked very funny on me, the bag was literally under my boob, not good. Its not very big on the inside, i had to purchase a new small bifold Tory wallet (poor me right ha ha). Once i did that it was fine. The magnetic closure would open very easily and i just felt like anyone could reach in my bag and take anything out if i wasn't paying attention. So i still love this bag, the leather is perfect, its sturdy, beautiful color and a quality bag, but the not long enough strap, not enough room inside and magnetic clasp didn't work for me. January 6, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by Eloise299 Beatifull bag but strap comes off This is a beautiful bag. I fell in love with the bag the minute i saw it. Big inside with lots of compartments. Sadly i will have to return it. The strap came off several times while walking. The hole that Holds the small ball pin is too large . I had read the previous review but took a chance because i love the bag. This will not stop me from future purchases. Lol December 23, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Militarydiva Love love love I bought this bag in brown and I love it. I wish the top opened wider but it does not fold all the way back. Still love this bag. December 4, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by deca Pretty but strap comes off... I loved this bag from the start-not too big, nice color, cute style. I wore it yesterday for the 1st time (only wallet, cell phone and eye drops inside) and it slid off my arm and on to the street while I was walking- the small pin that holds the strap in place kept coming off it's hole and the bag fell a few more times until I gave up- going to return it today. I'm sure this is an anomaly, since the reviews don't mention the strap but I'm disappointed enough to not want to get another one like it. Shame-I thought I'd found the "go-to" bag for me. October 27, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Anniebelles1 Too cute I am a weekday cowgirl and a weekend city girl. This bag is super cute with jeans and flats or a fall outfit with heels. It is a beautiful leather and not cheesy with logos all over. I love this bag, it just seems perfect and timeless as a casual shoulder bag. The tiny downside is that I purchased the Robinson Continental Tri-fold wallet to match (different texture leather but same colour). The wallet is too bulky I find. It fills up the main pocket inside the bag and with other purse necessities shoved in... I am constantly double checking the latch stays closed. As long as you pick a smaller wallet you should be pleased with your purchase. October 24, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by AC32 Nice purse but not for me This purse is a beautiful color and is a nice quality. It just doesn't sit right on the body. I think it's too thick/bulky which makes it just look odd. October 18, 2013


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Get out of town: The vegan charms of Northern California! »
I should start by saying that California's North Coast is a lot like San Francisco: often cold, foggy and filled with people who smell like a dirty pair of underwear. But, what the North Coast has that the City don't is a whole lotta peace, quiet and ocean views for days. And this incredibly intoxicating smell of earth and fresh rain that I've never smelled anywhere else.
Vegan eating and food options are nowhere near as prevalent on the coast as they are in more urban areas, but they are available here, you just have to know where to look! But don't all you city-dwellers move your asses up here, otherwise it's going to get overpopulated and then where will all the wild turkeys, deer, and bunnies go?
As you're making your way up to the coast, you'll probably get hungry. I mean, driving's EXHAUSTING right? My favorite place to stop for road food is High Tech Burrito in Windsor. They have three burritos sure to leave any vegan feeling fat, sassy and ready to continue the drive. Because seriously, you're not even close to getting here yet. I highly recommend taking Highway 128 off of 101 North versus taking Highway 20. Highway 128 takes a little bit longer, but there's much more to see, and much less switchbacks that make you feel like you want to puke all over your lap. Highway 128, trust me.
While you're cruising up 128 and remarking over all the incredible beauty (because if you don't find Anderson Valley beautiful, turn around and go home because I don't want you tainting the coast with your shitty attitude), keep your eye out for signs for Boonville. Right before the town is Highway 253. Take a right on 253, and Anderson Valley Brewing Company will be on your left. Stop here. Drink beer. Eat free pretzels and peanuts. Yes, they will give you a basket of both if you ask. Buy beer. Take beer with you. Play disc golf! According to Barnivore, AVBC's entire lineup of beers is vegan-friendly, so try them all. Just don't get back behind the wheel until you're sober, you lush.
Once you arrive on the Coast, you're probably ready to eat more, drink your beer, or pass out drooling onto a pillow. Where should you stay? The Stanford Inn. Ok, yes, it's not the cheapest option on the coast, but how can you go wrong with a place that not only serves vegan food at their Ravens Restaurant, but also has an organic garden, a strong focus on sustainability, is pet-friendly, and has ocean views? Quit being such a tightwad and go there already. They have resident horses you can pet! Horses!
[Photo by the Stanford Inn]
If you want something a little less upscale but still nice, check out the Coast Inn and Spa. It's just south of Fort Bragg, right on Highway 1, and their CapHe restaurant menu is 80 percent raw, organic and focuses on alkalizing and energizing. If you're into that kind of thing.
After your restful sleep imaging you can hear the ocean's crashing waves, the options for breakfast are plentiful. Head south to the Little River Inn to enjoy some of their delicious vegan rancheros. And if you're there on a Sunday, a free glass of champagne to boot. Woot free booze! If you're looking for more "big-town" action, head to Fort Bragg, where you can find a vegan omelet at the Homestyle Cafe, or a bunch of vegan options at the organic eatery Cafe One.
[Photo by Little River Inn]
Lunch and dinner is really where you can start to party down. I highly recommend the Thai Burrito at the Mendocino Cafe—just don't let them forget the peanut sauce on the side. I'm assuming you won't be sick of burritos at this point, since loving and appreciating burritos is a requirement for living in the Bay Area. Frankie's in Mendocino makes a mean vegan pizza (they use Daiya cheese, which is the bizness) and their falafel is fantastic. And they serve beer and wine.
[Photo by Frankie's Mendocino]
If you're feeling like a fat ass but still want an afternoon snack, look no further than the Living Light Cafe. Raw, gorgeous foods, and juices that will clean you right out. And yes, I'm referring to pooping. Don't be embarrassed; everybody poops.
One of the best spots for beer on the coast is the North Coasting Brewing Company. I can't lie-their vegan food selection is somewhat lacking, but the veggie burger is indeed vegan, it's big and it comes with french fries. Which is good, because you're going to need substantial food to soak up the awesome selection of beers on tap. I am a big fan of their IPA and the Old Rasputin. Fair warning: Rasputin packs a punch, and isn't for the lightweights.
For dinner, stumble a couple blocks down the street to Mendo Bistro. Upstairs in the same building where you discovered Living Light, Mendo Bistro is good place for nicer vegan dinner selections. Their menu changes seasonally, but I've had a great root vegetable stew and pasta dish there, and they always have tofu and portobello mushroom on their "choice" menu.
Listen up y'all, because I am about to let you in on possibly the biggest insider vegan tip for the North Coast. Two words: Vegan potluck. You heard me, a potluck where every single dish is vegan. PIG OUT! Not only that, but it's a group of really nice people too. They meet every second Saturday of the month, in Little River. It's public knowledge and in the local papers, but I'm not going to tell you more than that. If you want to join us, do your homework and make a phone call. And bring something delicious, dammit. [Ed.: We found this! We are master sleuths!]
Now that you know the scoop on getting your vegan grub on in one of quite possibly the most beautiful places on earth, come visit. Bring your dogs, because if your dogs are anything like mine, attacking seaweed ropes and hauling ass along the beach are some of the most fun activities on earth.
As you're schlepping around, beware of wild male turkeys hollering at you. It's mating season and they're looking for company. Bow chicka wow wow!
Tara Barnes is a writer, running and cycling nerd and vegan foodie currently living in a teeny, tiny town on California's North Coast. She talks a lot about food and dogs at her blog VeganRahRah. Loves: Her hometown of Oakland, popcorn, and sleeping. Dislikes: Rude people, giant spoons, and not getting enough sleep.
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"Crazy reasons for crime"
just I guess people do the strangest things anyway. Good sound quality and narration.
"Moving story!"
The author read his own story, which doesn't work all the time. It started out a bit on the blah side in reading. I think as the story progressed the author's softer voice became more convincing.
A good reader is critical for audio books and I am always a bit worried when a non-professional voice is doing the reading.
I enjoyed the stories about the many lives of Catherine. Her descriptions and explanations of things in her lives were crazy, weird, exciting and dramatic. It made me wonder how she has progressed in her relationships after she solved her anxieties, depression, and fear. Is she still having an affair with a man she knows from a previous life? Did she end it? How have things progressed with her parents?
The news from the Masters is moving. We have so much to learn on the Earth.
"Bullying leads to crazy actions"
This quick listen is a classic Shadow story. It is creepy, strange and holds your attention. I think this story has good clarity considering the age (a few pops and whistles) and the story is strong. I like it!
"Umm. I don't get it."
I think this book is totally for SNL fans. 'Pat' isn't doing it for me.
If you really enjoy listening to live comedy AND you like Saturday Night Live, then this book is for you. I'm having a hard time with poking fun at one's family in this fashion.
Sorry everyone. I know you don't like my few stars but would you allow me to not enjoy this? Call it my crazy moment, but allow me to choose my own 5 star books. Ok?
"A stolen hot rod club plate leads to the driver"
This is a very sad story. A woman is hit by a young driver that 'doesn't get it'. He thinks it just doesn't matter. The husband is extremely upset. Very sad.
"A string of burglaries...."
A trenchcoat from England starts a conversation. A new chap wants one and then stiffs the guy who orders it. Now, the coat salesman is suspicious of the new guy. 'He doesn't have a job and doesn't know what a callous is'.
Pretty good story.
"A very good Shadow story"
A blinding fog starts the story. The mother and son are a corrupt team. Crime runs in the family.
"Jewelry heist going to the melting pot"
A hotel safe was robbed and the jewelry is stolen. It is heading to the melting pot unless Friday gets the case cracked. Good story.
A mental asylum has had two escape! Cranston and Ms. Lane come across their new home while driving on a dark, strange back road on their way home. Chaos ensues!
The sound quality is not great.
"Exceptional 'Shadow' story..."
Wow! This was a really good story and played out well. The characters were real and believable. This is one of the highlights of the whole series!
A corrupt government is at the center, I guess it seems so real today - just read any news site.
"Better than the first two of the series"
Wow! This book really improved on the series with Evan and Jessie getting along and using the skills of each other to 'get the job done'.
Grandma's bell has disappeared and two mean boys now live in the neighborhood. Maxwell rescues a frog, Jessie finds Grandma when she gets lost and Evan proves he has skills of his own. All ends well with the New Year being rung in, literally.
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Live Blog: The Luxury Link Social Experience
by, 05-03-2013 at 05:52 AM (6861 Views)
From May 3-6, we invited a select group of devoted Luxury Link travelers to experience an incredible weekend at Travaasa Austin in Texas. They are enjoying a full slate of scheduled programs & activities, including spa treatments, equine experiences, culinary classes and more offered by this beautiful spa and wellness property on Lake Travis.
Follow our live blog below, and connect directly with our travelers on social media as they share the first-ever Luxury Link Social Experience with you!
Min on Facebook
Fred on Twitter
Michael on Instagram
Connie on Tumblr
Shelley in the Luxury Lounge
Saturday, May 11 - 11:56 a.m. CT
Hard to believe the Luxury Link Social Experience was one week ago! We've recapped this incredible weekend in this Facebook photo gallery, while two of our travelers have already posted blogs here in the Luxury Lounge:
- Shelly tells us all about Travaasa Austin's fantastic spa services
- Connie breaks down all the fun activities our group experienced
Sunday, May 5 - 11:08 p.m. CT
With one final, exquisitely-prepared meal served in the lush surroundings of Travaasa Farms, we bid adieu to the first-ever Luxury Link Social Experience (I promise we did more today than just eat ;).
It's tough to summarize this unforgettable trip in one live blog, which is why five of our travelers will leave Texas with a "homework assignment" to blog about a different aspect of their Travaasa Austin stay.
Until then, farewell from a far-flung group of new friends, all united in their undying love of travel...
Sunday, May 5 - 4:35 p.m. CT
We've shared a lot about the great experiences this weekend at Travaasa Austin, but not as much about the travelers experiencing them...
We'd like to introduce you to Debbie, a church administrator, wife and "mother" of four beautiful dogs who is the invited guest of Luxury Linker Min (who you can follow on Facebook). The Luxury Link Social Experience is Debbie's first true vacation in 22 years! The reason, she says, is simple "I work too much!"
Debbie has relished every minute of her long weekend getaway, and even used it as an opportunity to reconnect with family yesterday as her niece - who lives in Austin - visited Travaasa for lunch.
Says Debbie:
"It is obvious that Travaasa Austin is more than a resort. It is clear that here I will begin a journey."
Look for Debbie's full trip blog here in the Luxury Lounge soon...
Sunday, May 5 - 1:56 p.m. CT
The first-ever Luxury Link Chili Cook-Off is in the books! Chef Jim presented us with all the ingredients, divided us into four groups of three, and put us to work (accompanied by local beers and tequilas).
We all tasted each other's creations (one veggie, and three using Waygu beef), and Jim was very diplomatic with the official judging... We can't really declare a winner, but you can decide which looks best in the photos our travelers will share on social media (see above).
Afterwards, Chef Jim served us his chili creations on the patio along with salad and cornbread.
Our group is about to disperse for an afternoon of R&R. Stay tuned for a great personal story from one of our travelers...
Sunday, May 5 - 9:00 a.m. CT
Howdy y'all! Rise and shine on another beautiful day at Travaasa Austin... Forecast: 78 degrees and not a cloud in the sky!
Our 10 travelers are enjoying a free morning to take advantage of the resorts facilities and activities, which are truly astounding. They offer everything from tai chi and zumba classes, to archery and harmonica lessons! Click here to see all that's offered...
Saturday, May 4 - 10:41 p.m. CT
Day 2 of the Luxury Link Social Experience at Travaasa Austin is in the books with another superb dinner prepared by Executive Chef Benjamin Baker, this time served al fresco at Jean's Restaurant. Your blog author opted for the oh-so-fresh Caesar salad to start, followed by a dillectable pork chop in Chinese five-spice rub with chipotle-mashed sweet potatoes and green beans (pictured) and finally an improvised strawberry shortcake for desert.
Tomorrow, our final full day, promises more spa treatments, a chili cook-off (Shelley is the early favorite), and tequila tasting (on Cinco de Mayo, fittingly)...
Saturday, May 4 - 4:55 p.m. CT
Wow! Just returned from our equine experience, led by Keith, Jody and Matt... real live cowboys! They explained how humans and horses build trust, and feed off each other's energy.
We'll let Shelley give the experience proper justice in her forum thread, but for now here's a couple photos:
Michael and Connie with Keith
Joy guiding her horse
Saturday, May 4 - 1:06 p.m. CT
Al fresco lunch at Jean's Kitchen overlooking Lake Travis on a perfect, 78-degree day.
Our equine experience is coming up shortly; very few details have been shared, but our Luxury Link Sgroup will be meeting some new friends down at the stables...
Saturday, May 4 - 9:58 a.m. CT
About to start our "Luxury Link Social Media Seminar" ... our travelers will get a crash-course on how to best share their incredible experience at Travaasa Austin with the world!
Friday, May 3 - 10:10 p.m. CT
Just wrapped up an incredible communal dinner shared amongst new friends, prepared by Travaasa Austin Chef Benjamin Baker and served in the tranquil Solidago Gardens Room.
Tomorrow, the fun begins - morning spa appointments and then a unique "equine experience" as Travaasa calls it!
Friday, May 3 - 6:00 p.m. CT
Had a chance to walk the Travaasa Austin grounds, which include this agave plant in full bloom. Our resort host Brian explained that it takes 100 years for the agave plant to bloom, after which it dies.
Our 10 travelers are about to all meet for the first time, at our welcome reception and private dinner. Let the REAL Luxury Link Social Experience begin!
Friday, May 3 - 2:55 p.m. CT
We're beginning to arrive in Austin. Here are four of our Social Experience travelers - Michael, Rena, Deb and Min (l-r) - enjoying their stretch SUV limo airport pick-up!
Friday, May 3 - 10:30 a.m. CT
Our Luxury Link Social Experience crew is en route to Austin! Michael snapped this Instagram photo just before taking off.
Have any of you been to Texas capital? Comment below with some of your favorite Austn sight sand restaurants...
PS - Hooray for in-flight WiFi!


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20 of the Most Beautiful Children's Books in the World
Forward-facing book displays are being found in more and more children's spaces. They not only entice little ones to pick up a book, but also help kids to visually find the books they want to read. And as a bonus, book displays can serve as functional artwork. Here are twenty beautiful books that are perfect to put on display...
1. Sleep Like a Tiger by by Mary Logue, Illustrated by Pamela Zagarenski
2. Black Dog by Levi Pinfold
3. Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans
4. Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, Clement Hurd
5.A Long Piece of String by William Wondriska
6. I Had a Favorite Dress by Boni Ashburn
7. Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert
8. This Is San Francisco by Miroslav Sasek
9. Vegetables by Sara Anderson
10. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
11. Olivia by Ian Falconer
12. The Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburg
13. The Cat at Night by Dahlov Ipcar
14. Virginia Wolf by Kyo Maclear, Isabelle Arsenault
15. Jane Eyre: A BabyLit Counting Primer by Jennifer Adams, Alison Oliver
16. Mr. Flux by Kyo Maclear, Matte Stephens
17. The Tree House by Marije Tolman, Ronald Tolman
18. Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
19. Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein
20. Sail Away: The Ballad of Skip and Nell by Mem Fox and Pamela Lofts
Other posts you may like:
- 20 Beautiful Children's Book Displays
- 7 Ideas for Making a Forward-Facing Book Display
- Little Readers: Most Appealing Book Displays of the Year
- 15 of the Most Beautiful Children's Books Ever
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(Image credits: Sleep Like a Tiger Cover Illustration by Pamela Zagarenski)
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Am I the only one who isn't a big fan of "Goodnight Moon". I mean, it is decently written I guess but I really don't care for the illustrations and frankly can't figure out why it is so dang popular. I got 3 copies of this book when my daughter was born!
Animalia was my favorite book as a kid. BEAUTIFUL illustrations and I just recently figured out the name of it after looking for the past several years!
Big Rabbit's Bad Mood should definitely be on this list.
Might I suggest Grandfather Twilight. As a child I found myself deeply moved by the images. http://www.amazon.com/Grandfather-Twilight-Paperstar-Barbara-Berger/dp/0698113942
Paul Zelinsky's illustrated Rumpelstiltskin is one of the most beautifully illustrated books I've had.
Yes! Zelinsky's Rumpelstiltskin is top notch.
Animalia was my favorite book too -- or my favorite of my childrens' books. I loved The Eleventh Hour too.
This was my favorite when I was little, and it belonged to my friend, who would get very frustrated with me because I would pore over it by the hour instead of playing with her. I was so happy as an adult when they finally reprinted it.
I read it to my son every night because there it helps set the tone for the night. Every time I read "And old lady that goes HUSH," I read the next part quieter. So by the end of the book I'm whispering.
BUT I will say it is very basic and kind of boring.
The three Swan Lake books written by Mark Helprin and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg. The trilogy are the most beautiful books I own, and the most beautiful childrens' books I've ever seen.
Good Night Moon wasn't ever visually beautiful to me, but the hours I spent over the first 4 years of my son's life reading it to him is a most wonderful memory. We would read 4 or 5 little books every night, and Good Night Moon was always saved for the last one. I too would get real quiet at the "Hush" part and would read slower and quieter as I went along. Soothing for him, and touching for me as it meant holding him on my lap a little longer before bed time.
We also loved "Where The Wild Things Are" and even named son #2 Max. :)
LOVE children's books!
As an art director at an educational publishing company, I love this list!
Can not say enough good things about Dallas Clayton's book "An Awesome Book" . You can read the entire book on his website before buying it. The illustrations are amazing and i admit i teared up a bit the first time.
Please take "Most" out of the title of this post! They're great books, but there are many that are more beautiful. Agree with others about Goodnight Moon. It's borderline ugly. I think its main appeal is that it's so boring it puts kids right to sleep (I used it for this purpose many times, myself).
anything by Ezra Jack Keats.
The Story of Ferdinand. it's kind of a crime that those two are missing.
Timothy the Terror
I'm a big fan of book illustrated by David Catrow. Whimsical, modern and lavishly detailed. And if you want a big afro, nothing beats his! That and put upon basset hounds.
I was shocked that Ezra Jack Keats wasn't on the list too!
Anything illustrated by Lisbeth Zwerger... I have 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz, and Aesop's Fables with her illustrations. They are stunning. Also, The Circus Ship (and anything else illustrated by Chris Van Dusen) and Zen Shorts.
PS, I am in the "doesn't like Goodnight Moon's illustrations" group. The book itself is sweet and my son loved it as a child, but the colors are so jarring.
One of my favorite things to do with my two year old is to spend hours as the library looking all the gorgeous children's illustrations. I will look for these books when I go.
"Seasons" by Blexbolex. Stunning AND my 6y.o. loves it.
So happy to see Virginia Woolf up there - such a beautiful book, words and images, and as a Canadian, glad to see a Canuck book on that list. I quite like Goodnight Moon, for the 1940s I think it was quite an alternative, arguably radical, take on book illustration. Ezra Keats should have been on there for sure, and I also think everything Taro Gomi and Oliver Jeffers have done is awesome. So many to love: Paula Bossio's The Line, Chris Haughton's, Little Owl Lost, Edouard Manceau's, Windblown, Mac Bennett's, Extra Yarn....too many beautiful books out there!
......and "The Snowy Day". How can that not be on the top list?
Snowy Day is my fav of Keats....the pink bathtub page....come on!
Practically anyone who has been kid in Australia will nominate Possum Magic, written by Mem Fox, illustrated by Julie Vivias. Actually practically anything illustrated by Julie Vivias should make this list.
The illustrations are soft and whimsical and the story is great too.
I also love Millions of Cats. It kind of has an Asian/Norweigan vibe. I wish I could blow up some of the illustrations. They are spare but quirky.
Beautiful books? Well, there's I Wish I Were a Butterfly, by James Howe, illustrated by Ed Young. There's Owl Moon, by Jane Yolen, illustrated by John Schoenherr. There is Miss Rumphius, written and illustrated by Barbara Cooney. And there is the first Babar book by Jean de Brunhoff. These are all books that inspired me or my children to imagine ourselves right into the pictures and text, to spend long, long moments contemplating their gorgeousness. I hope they inspire others as well.
Agreed with DrMMSSP, Owl Moon is gorgeous. I also loved Pish Posh Said Hieronymus Bosch by the Dillons when I was little, though it doesn't seem to be in print anymore. The Dillons have a gorgeous illustration style. For many years my aunt bought me a book at Christmas and my birthday, so I've got a wonderful collection of beautiful illustrations.
Surprised no one's mentioned On the Night You Were Born or Love You Forever (that last beautiful not so much for its illustrations, but for the story - makes me tear up every time!)
Also wondering why Ezra Jack Keats isn't on this list. Another one I like is by Chris Raschka - "simple gifts"
Pretty much anything by Graeme Base - the most beautiful, layered, and poignant pictures I think I've ever see in a kids book. I see a few commentators have already noted his divine illustrations in Animalia and The Eleventh Hour. Let me add Jungle Drums and The Water Hole to that list.
Pfff. If beautiful means just the visual angle, this list is a dud. Madeline? Goodnight moon? Special, yes, visual beauty, no. I clicked through because of the first image; Sleep Like A Tiger is beautifully illustrated but my kid consistently leaves it in our library basket. It's like toys grownups love and kids ignore. I consider The Rainbow Goblins, When The Sky Is Like Lace, The Maggie B, Hedgehog in the Fog, The Strawberry Snatcher (thief?) and Trouble for Trumpets to be some visually magnificent work kids ask me to reread.
Anything by Jan Brett, but especially the books The Hat and The Mitten. She also did amazing illustrations for The Owl and the Pussycat. Leaf Man is another Lois Ehlert book that's amazing. Yellow Elephant has poems by Julie Larios and Indian-inspired illustrations by Julie Paschkis, A Cottage Garden Alphabet by Andrea Wisnewski has beautiful woodblock illustrations, and The Illuminated Desert by Terry Tempest Williams and art by Chloe Hedden has incredible, richly-colored illustrations.
In the Anglo-Saxon world...
I would correct the title "in the English Speaking World". There are plenty just as beautiful or even more beatiful books in other languages.
Writing in English, my favourite is Per Sís - http://www.petersis.com/.
UMBRELLA by Taro Yashima.
Takes my breath away.
Look for yourself: http://theartofchildrenspicturebooks.blogspot.com/2011/02/taro-yashima-umbrella-1958-written.html
Don't forget "Where is the Cake?" http://www.amazon.com/Where-Cake-T-Khing/dp/081091798X by Indonesian illustrator T T Khing and French book "Mouk" http://www.amazon.com/Around-World-Mouk-Marc-Boutavant/dp/0811869261 by Marc Boutavant.
Yeah I'm not a fan of it either. I do say goodnight to objects with my daughter as a ritual for bedtime but the book itself seems really archaic.
I really love the Sleep Like a Tiger and Where the Wild Things are. The Tree House looks really good. I would replace Vegetables with this book: http://www.amazon.com/Eating-Alphabet-Lois-Ehlert/dp/015201036X I think the illustrations are really pretty.
Grandpa Green should be on this list, too! It should have won the Caldecott over A Ball For Daisy. Oh well.
Thank you!! That was one of my favorites as a kid, as well as other books by that author and I couldn't remember the name for years! :)
The Little Prince! How can you forget The Little Prince??
How is the most important children's book not listed or mentioned? "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein is so gorgeous. The selflessness of giving out of love - there is no better lesson.
And "Quick as a Cricket" - LOVED that book!
Another vote for The Color Kittens...
@Oneformybaby - I did include The Giving Tree in this post: http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/15-of-the-most-beautiful-childrens-books-193031
I'm excited to check out all of the other books mentioned here in the comments - maybe I'll have to write a third post on the topic!
Listen, Listen from Barefoot Books is one of our new favourites.
Also seconding Jan Brett!
Miss Rumphius should definitely be on the list! It is beautiful both visually and emotionally.
I agree with Sara from Sara's Diaries. Miffy should be on that list too! And Pim&Pom.
Good tip on The Arrival. Very moving. Agree with comment re: Eating the Alphabet, that is a great one. AT keep up these kid's book posts they are great- especially the comments! Love it!
Love the above suggestions, I'm getting to the age where my friends are starting to have kids and I can't give them all the same gifts!
I loved Paul Goble's books when I was a kid. The illustrations were so different than anything I had ever seen. I remember reading them over and over again.
As an adult I appreciate that despite being written by a non-Native American, the stories and illustrations are based on actual stories and costumes. Apparently, he was upset by historical depictions of Native Americans in the 70s and sought to write more nuanced and respectful stories for his children.
I loveThe Mousehole Cat by Antonia Barber, it is a beautiful book and a great story. It's set in the Cornish village of Mousehole (so named because its harbour has a tiny opening) and tells the story of Mowzer the cat and her pet human Tom who goes out fishing during a terrible storm so that the people of the village won't starve. Mouser sings to the great storm cat to calm the sea. The illustrations of the sea and the storm cat are wonderful!
I'm right there with you! I don't get the obsession with it.
I'm surprised you left off books by Gyo Fujikawa, like "Oh What a Busy Day" Just beautiful illustrations that I absolutely loved poring over as a kid. If I could find prints of them I'd hang them up in a kid's room.
"18. Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendar"
Please get the author/illustrator's name right on this beautiful classic. It's Maurice Sendak
how could you leave out nancy tillman?!
'on the night you were born', 'it's time to sleep, my love'... LOVELY stories and uniquely illustrated.
I too, love 'good night moon.' it's simplicity and charming illustrations get me every time. so sweet and perfect for young children.
I blieve "A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead and Erin Stead" should be on the list. The book has amazing woodblock-printing techniques!
Where is Tomie de Paola? Clown of God... Strega Nona.... those books are beautifully illustrated.
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Nice list. But there are so many beautiful books that aren't on this list except ..
Books by Tomie de Paola and Richard Scarry-- these were the books my kids loved as kids-- and now their kids love them, too!
These definitely are gorgeous children's books! I do, however, have a small gripe with calling them the best in the world - surely you mean the best American or English-language children's books? :)
Animalia and The Polar Express are also so, so beautifully illustrated.
It's Sendak, not Sendar. That book is overrated, but I love the conversation the list has started. So many beautiful books exist. I'm so happy that I'm not the first to mention Gyo Fujikawa!
James Gurney's "Dinotopia" gets my nomination as one of the best illustrated children's books.
I love the illustrations by Gyo Fujikawa, I had A Child's Book of Poems as a child and recieved another copy when my daughter was born - I still pour over that book.
Also, Pecos Bill illustrated by Tim Raglin is just awesome.
Agree with those above about Keats's Snowy Day.
Also missing:
Leo Leoni
Paul (and Ann) Rand
I bought a book about 14 yrs ago in the bookstore of the British Library for my niece called Ah Said Stork. It's gorgeous and she (and later her little sister) LOVED that book. I tried to buy it in the US to give as a gift, but couldn't locate it. I highly recommend that book if you can find it.
I think "I Am A Bunny" by Ole Rissom and illustrated by Richard Scarry is such a lovely book.
I don't get it either.. and not exactly what I'd call beautiful either.
Any of the books by Audrey and Don Wood should get a nod!
"Heckedy Peg" and "The Napping House" immediately come to mind. Beautiful!
I'm in love with David Robert's crisp illustrations for Iggy Peck Architect by Andrea Beaty. Such cool detail in a fun, modern style. He also did the "sequel" mentioned up thread - Rosie Revere Engineer.
What a wonderful list! Some of these are such beautiful favorites I gasped happily when I saw them included here. And you're introduced me to new ones too!
Can't wait to get my hands on that sequel! :)
I would second AND third this comment if I could. I don't understand it's popularity at all. A bowl of mush? Really? It's not even remotely pretty. Must have had some SERIOUS PR backing or something. There are no redeeming qualities as far as I'm concerned, and yet... every... list... ever...
Shaun Tan, Graeme Base and Janet & Anne Grahame Johnstone come to mind as my favourite, most brilliant children's book illustrators and none made the list, although I did see the first two in the comments. All completely different aesthetics, but the third (sisters?) have been my favourite since childhood and still are to this day. That covers Australia and England (Tan is Australian) but there are also some exquisite books out of Japan and China and I'm certain in the rest of the world as well that could be mentioned. Being as the list is pretty "top forty" I'm not sure that the author has experienced much outside of Coles. The comments hold many more gems that hopefully she will track down.
Any book of Shaun Tan (who also authors most of the books he illustrates) is likely to bring the readers to tears and move them beyond just simply pretty to look at. If one is reading this list to find new additions to their collections, or gifts, he should be at the top of the list.
Little Prince (Le Petit Prince) by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (France)
Little Black Fish by Samed Behrengi (Iran)
Why the competition? It goes without saying (and thank goodness) that there are more than 20 lovely children's books out there, even if you limit yourselves to books in English. Why not call the post "20 Beautiful Books for Children" or "20 of my favorite books for kids" and then invite readers to add their own favorites, which they could now do without adding "How could you possibly have omitted such-and-such?"
Totally right - my favorites are the out of print Tiger Flower, illustrated by Fleur Cowles and Come out and Play Little Mouse. I love Goodnight Moon - it scans so beautifully. I love picture books and still buy them for my grown up daughter.
Yes, elduder! When I was a kid, we had a ratty copy of "A Child's Garden of Verses," and I don't even know that I enjoyed the poems, but the illustrations I adored! Wish I still had that book . . .
This thread is probably ancient history by now- but in defense of Goodnight Moon- just because you don't like it doesn't make it undeserving of being among other people's favourites. Was one of my all time faves and is my two year old's preferred bed time book as well. It's has a genius story telling flow and the illustration suck me in to the point where at the end of the book I feel like I'm actually in the dark room and the stars, moon and fireplace are sparkling. The 'mush' is probably oatmeal. But could obviously be any variety of mashed rabbit food. This book is so soothing and lovely (haters gone' hate).
So disappointed not to see any Barefoot Books on your list! There are so many colorful and beautifully illustrated books in our catalogue...I hope you'll take a look!


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- Measurables: 6-foot-3, 185 pounds, senior guard from Kansas
- Key Stats: 17.2 points, 4.9 assists, 1.2 steals per game, 49 percent shooting, 43 percent 3-point shooting
- Projected: Late first round to undrafted
- Hickory High Similarity Score
Why I like this guy
I became a big Tyshawn Taylor fan after watching the fantastic documentary about his high school coach, Bob Hurley Sr., The Street Stops Here.
Taylor was a key part of the talented St. Anthony's high school team that the film spent one year following. It was a compelling movie and really easy to connect with that team and players, so that kind of spurred me to start paying more attention to Taylor's career at Kansas.
Unfortunately, that career has seemed to have more downs than ups. Taylor has had injuries and suspensions combined with an inconsistent on-court performance that have made his tenure in Lawrence a rocky one, but as longtime readers know, I'm a sucker for redemptive stories and Taylor seems to have finally figured things out as a senior, leading one of the best teams in the country.
Pros for the Pistons
Surprisingly, despite the fact that the Pistons have been considered perimeter-heavy the last few years, they actually need some guard depth. Brandon Knight and Rodney Stuckey appear to be entrenched as the starters, but behind them, there isn't much. Walker Russell will be a free agent and he's only a fringe roster player anyway who wouldn't have been on the team if not for injuries. Ben Gordon is player 1B in Detroit's two-player race to the amnesty clause. Will Bynum is once again out of the rotation and is a good candidate to be traded as several teams are looking for inexpensive help at the backup point guard spot.
Taylor has some things going for him that could make him a fit for the Pistons. He has good size. He's mostly a point guard in college, but at 6-foot-3, he would have the ability to guard some NBA shooting guards as well. Any second round pick who can play or earn minutes at multiple positions stands a much better chance of making a roster and earning minutes than guys who are pretty much confined to one position.
Taylor has become a great 3-point shooter, something that has been a definite weakness for the Pistons this season. He's making 43 percent of his threes at Kansas this season and he shot 38 percent from three as a junior.
Taylor is a great athlete and long-armed defender. A backcourt trio of Knight, Stuckey and Taylor, if they all commit to playing with effort at that end, is potentially a lockdown unit that can pressure a team and force a lot of steals and turnovers.
He's also a late bloomer. Taylor was a much heralded freshman at Kansas, but had issues that made his career stop and start. Had he not had the off-court problems early in his career and been able to stay on the court, his draft stock might be higher by now. He could sneak into the first round with a good tourney run and good pre-draft workouts after the season, but he could also be a good value pick if he hangs around into the second round.
Cons for the Pistons
In Stuckey and Knight, the Pistons have two combo guards who don't see the floor and set up teammates particularly well. In Knight, the Pistons believe they have a player who can develop those skills, and he might, but it still currently represents a weakness. The guards are not consistent playmakers for others. Taylor doesn't address this problem — his court vision is one of his weaknesses.
He's also turnover prone, averaging 3.5 turnovers per game against just 4.9 assists. His 22.3 percent turnover rate is an improvement from last year's 26.8, but still way too high. A knock on Knight going into last year's draft was his turnovers, but in his one college season, his 19.8 turnover rate was better (although Knight's mark was certainly not very good either) than Taylor's this season.
Taylor's outside shooting would be a definite benefit and something the Pistons could use, but adding another combo guard who is better at getting shots for himself than for others might not provide the Pistons with the kind of depth they need.
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Although Taylor's the type of player who can make a coach want to pull out his own hair, more and more scouts believe Taylor could be a difference-maker at the next level.
"He's got speed," one NBA scout said. "He plays hard. He's improved his jump shot. He's starting to make better decisions with the basketball. I really think he can help a team off the bench."
Taylor now is firmly planted in the second round of our Big Board, and there's still room for him to grow in workouts.
Perhaps Taylor's biggest improvement as a player over his time at Kansas has been with his shooting ability. He's knocking down a career-high 42% from 3-point range, despite the fact that he's nearly doubled his attempts from last season. He gets good elevation on his shot, has shown NBA 3-point range, and he's just as effective shooting off the catch with his feet set or off the dribble, both of which he does prolifically.
Defensively, as we've mentioned before, Taylor has all of the tools to successfully defend the point guard position at the NBA level. He has the size and lateral quickness scouts like to see, and he competes hard and generally shows good toughness as most Bill Self coached players do.
Taylor has the ability to wow you with his tremendous athleticism and at times makes bigtime plays. His big problem is that he's not a true point guard and his decision making is terrible.
Taylor's perimeter jumper may be one of his biggest improvements over the last four seasons. Not only has he tightened up his form – feet and shoulders square, uses his legs well, a quick, high release and good arc – but he has become much more confident in taking his jumper. He knows when he is going to get a look, and he has his body and hands ready to take the shot quickly. He uses ball fakes well to create space, but he needs to work on getting the same form when taking his jumper off the dribble.
What is the best thing Tyshawn Taylor does for his team?
Pardeep Toor is a former sports writer for MLive.com and the world's biggest Tyshawn Taylor fan:
"Taylor caught my eye in his freshman season in 2008-09, specifically in his backup role against finals-bound Michigan State in the NCAA Tournament. He was so fast with the ball. Fearless. Then, he disappeared for 2.5 years. Taylor never got better. His shot floundered in mediocrity, turnovers were an embarrassment as late as Jan. 4 of this year and another early Jayhawks exit from the tournament was destined to occur at the mercy of their point guard's sloppy hands.
"But then something clicked. In his last 16 games, he's averaging 19.6 points (nine 20+ point games!), 4.7 assists on 52.6 percent from the field and 42.3 percent from three. I'm struggling to decide whether Taylor's late spurt is a result of underachievement for the majority of his collegiate career or over-achievement at the tale end of it. Can carelessness become clarity over night? I'm not sure. Like I always said about Tyshawn – "he just needs more time time" – he's finally running out but still has one more NCAA tournament to prove that he belongs."


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The Maxell CD-330 of astounding quality (bass superb) I purchased several years ago finally gave out on me so I purchased one from another online retailer and was utterly disappointed at its tinny sound and considered it a throwaway. I purchased this one from Crutchfield and am happy to say that it has a separate bass button and produces very nice range and crisp quality overall. While not up to the quality of the one I've used for years, this is a nice second. I also tried the Philips converter (another retailer) and it is sharp and crisp but lacks in bass range compared to Maxell. Crutchfield was perfec;t with shipping, packaging, timeliness and price. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 3 out of 5 DOES THE JOB Written By Ed, Atlanta, GA on Tuesday, January 07, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Using the cassette adapter is easier than installing a new satellite receiver, However, the sound quality is poor and muffled-like, and the volume level needs to be high. It does the job and is less expensive than a receiver, but because of the poor sound quality, I will install a receiver in the near future. The MP-3 ability is a nice feature, as well. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Just what I was looking for Written By ffrode, Grass Lake, MI on Thursday, January 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed a device that would allow my wife to listen to CDs in a car that only had a cassette player radio, The Maxwell CD-330 is exactly what I needed and I needed it fast and inexpensively and Crutchfield came through on all counts--reasonable price, fast and free shipping, with the exact product I wanted. No one else came close. Pros: great product, free shipping, fast shipping, great price Cons: none Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Maxell CD-330 Written By Jeff F, Lake Placid, FL on Saturday, October 12, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I have a limited time to use the product but will give it a real test on my 1800 mile trip from MN to FL. So far, so good, and the customer service and delivery process were great. Pros: Allows me to use my MP3 thru the cassette in my older technology vehicle. Price was very reasonable. Service was great. Shipping was very quick. Cons: None. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Great product!! Written By Todd, Midland, MI on Thursday, October 11, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I read the previous review prior to purchasing and I was worried that I might not have very good sound quality but the sound is excellent...no different than the radio in the car. The car I use this in has a standard factory installed radio and is over 10 year old. This is an excellent value! Pros: Very easy to use, just plug in the MP3, stick the tape in the tape deck and go! Cons: none that I can see. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Works great (for what it is) Written By Allan, Wisconsin on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This is a very simple and inexpensive way to connect an MP3 player or other external device to your car sound system. I used it with two vehicles. In the first vehicle I installed a Sanyo FXCD-550 (also purchased from Crutchfield) and the external iPod sounded great. We were very pleased with the audio quality. In the second vehicle, a 2002 Ford Windstar, I had the factory AM/FM/CD/Cassette player. The Maxell CD-330 adapter worked fine, but the sound was a little muddy. In some further reading I did, apparently this is due to the limited frequency response of the standard car stereo. 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I bought the thin sliced chicken cutlets to save time. This recipe makes a ton of heavenly sauce. I served this with mashed potatoes but it would be great with crusty bread, rice or noodles. Fantastic weeknight meal.
Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce
From EatingWell: December 2005/January 2006, The EatingWell Healthy in a Hurry Cookbook (2006)
Here's a sauce so delicious, it's missing only one thing: a little crunchy bread to dip in it. Make It a Meal: Serve with steamed asparagus or cauliflower, mashed potatoes or orzo pasta, and a glass of Vinho Verde.
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Made this for dinner today as my hubby and I are trying to eat healthier and in our culture, dishes are tasty but not very healthy.
I used 1 chicken breast for the 2 of us as it was very big, so adjusted ingredients accordingly. I didn't use salt as my chicken stock already contains salt, i used natural yoghurt and cream (to tone down the tanginess) as I didn't have sour cream and dried parsley flakes as i don't have chives. I served it with mashed potatoes and a leaf salad containing sweetcorn with a caesar salad dressing. It was very tasty, quick to make and i'll be making it again but hopefully with the sour cream! Thank you!
Fast+Delicious. Added capers and served over noodles (probably should have served over steamed vegetables though). This one is a keeper.
The chicken? Fantastic! I ate one piping hot. It smelt amazing, and I couldn't wait.
Really liked this recipe. Hubby doesn't like chives, so I just sprinkled some on mine. Since it is just the two of us, I diced the leftover chicken. I combined the leftover chicken and sauce with hot cooked pasta (or noodles) to make another meal.


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I like them because they came with the arrows; dislike them because they left with the target points. Beman evidently likes them because they want about three times the money for them as other inserts. I'm sure something else will fit!
bfisher; I didn't mean for thread to drift away from the 'technical'. Sorry, my fault. Won't happen again.
Welcome aboard Otis!!
Glad I'm not long winded, ... okay have a sit...
These folks here took me from completely Ignorant to just a little stupid in very little time, hoping to make it to might actually know somethin' soon.
not sure if it still stands with the newer bows, but draw length on Martins usually run a little short, Example I measure 29" using finger to finger but bow sits just over 28", glad i read that before I bought my modules. with my release, my knuckle of my string arm pointer finger is just below my right earlobe and "locked" right behind my jaw. This gives me a set " Anchor point". When i draw this puts the string just touching my nose, in line with my eye (looking through the peep) and draws a line to right behind the corner of my mouth.
Hutch i believe posted a great section somewhere in here with pictures of a proper stance, arm position, and all. it really helped me set my draw length, and anchor points,Example if your shoulders are not square, and your leaning back you need a little shorter draw, and to short you will be on the draw stop and fighting to stay steady, bow arm will start achin' ETC.
once your square, and have a good "feel", even at max you should be able to hold it in the valley without to much trouble.
Not sure of your set up but most can be shot turned out 5 turns, not recommended for extended shooting, usually 3 turns max, but with the fury's pounds and draw length are adjusted on the cams ...?? I say this with a huge question mark, as my poundage is set by turning out the limb bolts, at about 3#'s per full turn. On your bow also not sure, but i can get my cables to drop and string off by going out 12-13 turns and still be in the block.
Sonny,Barry sorry if I said the same same,you guys did
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I know about being 6'4'' forty years ago and now I am six two. I have a wing span of 77" so I don't feel so bad when you say yours is just shy of 80".
Well welcome to the forum and hope the insert gluing works out for you, looks to me like you are going to be educating yourself on how to do most of your own bow maintenance and tuning as that shop is lousy.
We are big on DIY so you should fit right in here.
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Otis, and others, no need to apologize for getting off subject, I'm as guilty of it as the rest of the guys. Not so much to change the subject, but just add info that maybe can be used. We're having a decent conversation here so unless somebody gets offended (PM me) I see nothing wrong with it. I think it actually lets us get to now each other a bit better. Carry on gentlemen.
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macflash, Peace; more kind welcoming's, Thanks. This is the only forum, posting of anything to the net in any form, I've ever participated in, because of the general tone and the obvious 'niceness' of the folks here (forum is new and different, probably why I got carried away, sorry!). I don't 'Face Book' or any of that kind of stuff; I may be the last person alive without a 'big shot' phone. But, I'm glad I started studying up on Martins! You know, I have gleaned good information off that Archery Talk site too, but have no compunction to be any part of it, other than reading up on some things. Some there seem a mite needlessly 'snarky'... lol
macflash; I know I read in a couple places that Martins tended to run a little LONG in DL, at least for the 2012 year I was interested in; a selling point to me. Are we basically saying the same thing?
Quote; "Example I measure 29" using finger to finger but bow sits just over 28"
I THINK so. Your Martin is saying 28" but is, perhaps, closer to 29" DL? As for the bolt turns and such, I gotta find my dog gone bow scale and answer these questions for myself!! I know I had it just the other daa ahh well, a couple years ago. Has to be here some place! My anchor point; and, man, this would be hard to change, is; well, the 'web' of my thumb and fore finger, trigger finger, kind of circles my jaw bone. Long draw and short bow, I'll never have nose touching the string, but gripping ahol't my jawbone like that is, I think, pretty solid and consistent.
Peace; I actually think it may be a good bow shop. I got there just as two young guys were opening up, maybe one was new or something; I'm not upset AND now feel less bad about not at least trying to buy bow semi 'locally' - forty miles or so one way, even if I'd known they were a Martin dealer. You know, in this day of internet pricing and big box stores, and even Wallymart selling archery items, I think companies need to be more accepting and accommodating of DIYers. Some of us are almost forced into it, whether or not we enjoy it.
OH OH!! And, Peace, I got to thinking on the hype before the long ago Clay, Liston fights. I looked it up on the internet (if it's on the internet, it HAS to be true) and it's exactly the opposite of what I thought I remembered; Muhammad Ali/Cassius Clay was 6'3" and had a 'reach'/wingspan of 80 inches.... Sonny Liston was 6 foot and a quarter inch tall, or 6'1" depending on source, and had a 'reach' of 84"! Ol' Sonny would reach out and touch too! Reach advantage didn't seem to help much against Ali. Watched those fights on free network TV, too... lol
Sonny (Thomas, not Liston!) is right again; the La Brea tar pits dry up faster than Insert Iron. What I think is funny; I seem to find humor in most things, is that the package says Insert Iron is 'reversible'; I get this picture in my minds eye of putting my arrows in the crock pot on Thursday so I can shorten them a half inch on Monday. BUT, Sonny, I always have good sound and solid reasoning behind things I do! I used Insert Iron because I had it, must have got it two and some years ago when I got my other bow. My gun stuff is behind a ton of junk in my shop, thus the Dremel bit instead of brass brush; Acetone because I had it handy and no alcohol. lol Now you understand how I think; you may not want to participate in one of my 'Emergency Make Doo Tooth Removal' process'... unless you really like Wild Turkey, that is, and have absolutely no fear of shingling hatchets.
P.S. Yeah, Hutch, like Sonny and others, posts a lot of good information, as well as making artistic bow strings. LOL I read ALL the way back on his strings for sale thread, just to see the pretty work. 'Back when' cables were actually cables, steel cables with double tear drops, it was pretty inexpensive to have a spare string handy, which I always did. Now, I'll have to talk myself into it! Sorry, bfisher, I did it again!
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I understand making do with what you have on hand. Been, there, done that.
It has been my findings that Martins run long for draw length. The ones I've dealt with have been at least a inch longer than the mod setting and my Shadowcats far more. Like my 2011 Shadowcat is set to 27" by the mods and I have the bow string twisted up to get down to 28 1/4".
Basically, if you have gorilla arms you can move the mods to a shorter setting so overall draw length fits you. For us shorter arm guys....it's the pits. I think Barry would agree....
Inovative are people. Inovative, is this a correct word...or spelling? So I have shooter friend who works at another bow shop. Basically, just use a colored pencil or White Out. Using a tape measure, measure from the string at right angle to the deepest part of the grip. Move straight up and draw a line on the shelf wall of the riser parallel to the string. Draw bow with nocked arrow and have some one mark the arrow at the line. Add 1 3/4" to the mark and measure bottom of nock to mark - draw length. Hope I a put this correctly.
And then I have two survey steel tape measures and they are long enough, 50 foot and 100 foot These have steel loop to attach to whatever. So I have a "J" hook in the ceiling. Loop of steel tape on the "J" hook first and then hang the bow on the "J" hook at the nocking point. The spool of these tape measures have a lock. I let out enough tape to get my measurement and lock the spool - weight keeps pressure on the tape. I then draw the bow down, keeping it level. I eyeball the deepest part of the grip to the tape measure and have the measurement and add the 1 3/4" for AMO draw length.
Draw length, draw weight thing. I have this fairly sharp string maker who also makes strings for off the wall bows, like in Frankenstein type bows. So he finishes my Frankenstein bow and it looks great, but the draw weight is more than I want and the draw length a tad long. I sent the bow with the mod I had on hand - Cam sytem being that of a Pearson Z7. I get the correct mod and it's pretty close. I call Roger and he gives; "Twist up the bow string 8 twists and see what you have." I did so. Perfect! Right at 62 pounds and dead on, hard into the wall 28" of draw. ??? Thought I had a pic of it in here. It's a Kodiak Outdoors Bow Logic 36. The red bow.
Barry can tell you, a bit of cable adjustment and (sometimes) some real nasty twisting the bow string can really shorten draw length. Somewhere in my messed hoard of pictures I have a bow that has the cams grossly advanced to make draw length come out right. Shocking it is. And this bow works! Will see if I can find it.....Me find it! Mmmmm? Looks like maybe a Martin bow....
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Sonny's last sentence is referring to the blue bow with Nitrous cams. He has it short strung and the cams are grossly under rotated, probably by about 3" from what I'm seeing. And he says the bow still works.
I can say that this isn't always a good long term arrangement, but sometimes you have to do what you have to do. Yeah, it throws the cam(s) out of orientation. It changes the a2a and brace height of the bow ( the specs). It also changes the weight range of the limbs and reduces letoff, but the bow is still shootable. In some cases, if you get an older bow that you can't find parts you are left with no other option except maybe get rid of the thing and get something that fits. Not everybody has the money to do so. So untwisting cables and short stringing can get him going until he can afford something better.
And as far as specs go? I don't worry about factory specs. Even with my newer bows I twist the string, adding about 10 or 15 twists just to smooth out the draw cycle and/or to tweak the draw length (usually both). After I have the bow set to my liking and shooting well, then I measure the specs and let them be what they may. Most times factory specs are where the bow performs at it's highest efficiency. It doesn't mean it can't be shot with the specs different.
People get too caught up in worrying about such things. They'd be better off spending as much or more time on bettering their shooting form. I can tell you this from experience. Nothing in archery is more important than good consistent form. Part of that equation is tweaking draw length to the Nth degree.
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The blue bow is a Razor X and this is Alans reply to 'why the weird cam orientation":
You noticed.
Another part of the stabilization experiment,
was to experiment with the following things:
a) how much side stabilizer weight to get the front stabilizer follow through reaction to be dead straight forward (no up or down)
b) how much total weight for the bow system could I handle, in order to hold steady better
c) how could I keep the draw weight low (between 45 to 50 lbs) AND get near 50% let off percentage
Answer to Experiment (c).....short string the bow ON PURPOSE.
Those are Martin Nitrous Cams (size B),
so I put the draw length module at maximum,
about 2-inches longer than my preferred draw length...
built a custom string extra short,
and then built cables to match (to get to my preferred draw weight).
I have the best of both worlds.
Solid Wall. Comfy draw weight (about 46 lbs). Nearly 24 lbs of holding weight.
Draw is VERY SMOOTH.
Lots of speed and nearly zero valley.
Makes for a very crisp release, when shooting a BT hinge.
The higher your holding weight,
the more the mass of your bow system should be.
High Holding Weight and medium-ish draw weight
is the ideal system for a target bow.
once you find the amount of side stabilizer weight
that balances out your front stab weight...
you can add weight to both ends
you can take off weight on both ends
to match your holding weight.
Your scores will tell you if your bow system is too heavy.
On Monday this week, I just shot a Double Indoor FITA (240 arrows).
Took quite a while, but the long training session....
showed me what about my form works, and what about my form does not,
the x-count for the last 30 arrows of the 240,
also tells me a huge amount about my current stabilization system.
I have a new system coming in,
and will repeat the experiment. "


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Technical Downhill Splits The Pack
The race looked headed for a bunch sprint with 25 kilometers to go when a 112 km breakaway by Christian Meier (Orica-GreenEDGE) and Cristiano Salerno (Cannondale Pro Cycling) was caught. Wyss said he was in the right place to be one of 13 riders who slipped the pack and finish 28 seconds ahead of the peloton. "The move went in the technical downhill," he said. "I was happy to be in this group with all the general classification riders, but I was tired for the sprint with the up-and-down technical finish." Wyss, who enjoyed his best result of the season, also said he wasn't sure of his form in the sprint, but for good reason. His training was interrupted by the birth of his second child last week. Gianni Meersman (Omega Pharma-Quick Step) took the win ahead of Valerio Agnoli (Astana Pro Team) and Alejandro Valverde (Movistar Team). BMC Racing Team Assistant Director Max Sciandri said Tuesday's stage, which includes four laps of a local circuit with a climb, could also see something other than a field sprint. "We will again be on the coastline and it will be windy, so another tough and demanding race," he said. "But we'll see how the guys are. We're taking things one day at a time."


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