Sat, April 6th, 2013
Style Me Vintage by Naomi Thompson
Posted by: Cindy Dobrez and Lynn Rutan
Cindy: After Lynn found this book at the public library and foolishly loaned it to me, her overdue fines would have purchased a Bakelite bracelet set. I’ve finally returned the book to her so we can get this post published. Style Me Vintage: Clothes: A Guide to Sourcing and Creating Retro Looks ( Pavilion 2012) [...]
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Wed, March 31st, 2010
House of Dolls by Francesca Lia Block
Posted by: Cindy Dobrez and Lynn Rutan
Cindy: Francesca Lia Block writing for middle grade readers about doll houses? Really? But it makes sense, doesn’t it? The maven of magical realism, high fashion, and love is the perfect author for this story that also peeks into the world of how we treat each other. The House of Dolls (Harper, 2010) features Madison [...]
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Mon, January 25th, 2010
Kiki Magazine
Posted by: Cindy Dobrez and Lynn Rutan
Cindy: Hey, Lynn! I’ve been reading that sample Kiki magazine we picked up at the ALA exhibits and I’m so impressed. This looks like a great addition to my middle school fashion magazines for the girls who aren’t ready for or interested in the more mature offerings. Have you had a chance to look at [...]
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Tue, August 4th, 2009
Birdie’s Big-Girl Shoes by Sujean Rim
Posted by: Cindy Dobrez and Lynn Rutan
Cindy: What a fun book! I remember the first pair of my mother’s big-girl shoes I played dress-up in; they were pumpkin orange leather with a matching handbag and I thought I was something! I’ve had a love of shoes ever since, and always pack an obscene number when I travel. None of mine are [...]
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