The Thimbleberries Book of Quilts: Quilts of All Sizes Plus Decorative Accessories for Your Home (Rodale Quilt Book) (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"What a treasure of a book! Lynette's gentle quilts and imaginative decorating ideas have whetted my appetite. My dilemma is which quilt to make first!"--Susan McKelvey, Noted Quilt Author and Owner of Wallflower Designs

"I've admired the Thimbleberries designs for years. Lynette's wonderful sense of color combined with creative designs makes her quilts an inspiration for any quilter."--Debbie Mumm, Author and Quilt and Fabric Designer

"Lynette offers a bounty of 'fruits of the thimble' that both beginning and expert quilters will find warm and comfy, makable and live-withable. There are plenty of diagrams and tips to put us at ease and let us get down to sewing."--Marie Shirer, Senior Features Editor, Quilter's Newsletter Magazine

Product Description

One look at Lynette Jensen's quilts tells you who so many people are crazy about her designs! There's something irresistible about the way she takes traditional quilt designs and adds a wonderful twist. Lynette's booth at quilt shows is always swarming with people who want her patterns. Now you can get more than 40 of her designs all in one book! Take your pick from bed-size, wall or miniature quilts, table runners, place mats, pillows, chair pads and an assortment of festive Christmas projects all in Lynette's bold designs and deep, rich country colors.

Even if you've never made a quilt before, detailed diagrams and step-by-step instructions guarantee you'll be pleased with your finished quilt.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books (January 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0875969631
• ISBN-13: 978-0875969633
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #152,389 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This quilt book will be a classic in the years to come!, December 3, 1998

By A Customer

When a quilter is introduced to Thimbleberries designs and fabrics for the first time, it becomes an awaking. Lynette Jensen clearly and concisely gives the quilter tools to create new traditional quilts - easily! Lynette's 25 quilts are a delight to the eyes. Her graphic patterns allow the quilter to enjoy the fun of quilting for themselves or for someone else. Now I look at quilts with a different sense of color, textural delights and simplicity. This is one book that I own but it's not collecting dust. I just keep using it all year long. nChristmas season has a new look, one that lasts all year. Keep in mind that this is a quilting book for many levels of skilled and beginner quilters. Lynette, when is the next book coming out? I can't wait to order it, too.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy, beautiful quilts., January 18, 1999

By A Customer

Well, written. Directions are simple. Beautiful quilts. Pictures are great. Gives you great decorating ideas too.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended!!, October 8, 1998

By A Customer

This is one of the best quilt books I own. It is jam-packed with tips and suggestions and the pattern directions are clear and VERY easy to follow. The quilts are simple, yet elegant. This is a great book to leave on the coffee table for anyone to look at. Lynette Jensen's quilts are beautiful. I can't wait to purchase her latest book.