Somehow, advanced copies of this book arrived at our office unbeknownst to me. Doesn't everyone here know that I love all books pertaining to magic and sparkly things--especially when it's in the vein of personal adornment? Why wasn't I alerted to this sooner? So while I was visiting Christine yesterday, I casually stole the copy that I spied on her desk (she may or may not have noticed; I just hope she doesn't want it back).

If you're intrigued like I am with the world of lucky charms and personal amulets, you will love this book as much as I do. The photography is beautiful and I love the messy, journal-like style to the design. From Abracadabra embroidery (did you know that "abracadabra" is a written amulet?) to the Garland of Happiness to the Anti-Nightmare Kit, there are many projects in here that extend beyond jewelry. I love all of the little sidebars that explain things like the legend of saints, to symbols like the horseshoe, to explanations of things like the Hand of Fatima.

So, if you feel you're in need of some good luck, check out this book right away.