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Quiltmaker's Gift Box

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I purchased this book for my mother who is a quiltmaker and she now includes a copy with every quilt she gives away! This story is fabulous for both children and adults who always need to be reminded of the true gift of loving and sharing. I also recommend Quilts from the Quiltmaker's Gift! It gives simple instructions on how to make many of the quilts displayed throughout the story!

This is one of the best books I have found for kids in years. We bought it at a book fair last year and have since recommended it to everyone we know. The illustrations are glorious, with tremendous detail and color, they really capture the reader. Then the story line reminds you of the fairy tales of old, with wonderful characters and whimsical animals. The icing on the cake is that the story teaches kids about the power of giving, how it feels wonderful to give instead of always receiving. If you are looking for a great gift, this one certainly delivers! I am giving it to my Aunts and my Mother-in-Law so they can read it to all the children in their lives!

My grandmother bought this book for my daughters, and I'm so very glad she did! The artwork is incredible, and I can't make it through the story without getting seriously choked up. It's a wonderful tale of a generous quiltmaker, and the selfish king who wants (demands!) one of her quilts. While the story may be a bit wordy for the youngest children, it's well worth reading for your own benefit. (I even got a copy for our school library.) I love stories with great moral/social values. Please take the time to talk with your kids after you read this; don't let the message get lost.

If only we all could be so selfless....

I loved this book and the others in the series. Beautifully done and the story is so memorable, sweet and touches the heart. Good for any age.

My daughter's best friend had her 11th birthday this spring. She's been making "quilts" for a year, hand stitching very diligently, then learning how to use a sewing machine. She creates to give away. When I found the gift set of this book I couldn't have found a more appropriate gift. The story is wonderfully told. The art work is exquisite. The message is so needed in our possession crazed society. I bought the latest copy for my daughter's 11th birthday. It's a great way to affirm generosity of spirit.