Life in the Country With Country Threads

The scrappy, whimsical look of Country Threads quilts has become a favorite of quilters all over the world. Now Mary and Connie are back with 12 delightful new projects designed in their unique and popular style.

• Wall quilts, bed quilts, and a table runner are easy for all quilters to make, using simple piecing and either traditional applique or quick-and-easy fusible methods

• Designs with whimsical country themes include "Chickens on Parade," "Scarecrows," "Fall Harvest," "Rabbit Hollow," and "Cat Fancy"

• Complete instructions, appliqué templates, and color photos of the projects are included

Hometown: Garner, Iowa

Mary Tendall Etherington and Connie Tesene have been in business as Country Threads since 1983. Together they have published more than 20 books and over 200 patterns. Their designs have appeared in American Patchwork and Quilting, Quilt Sampler, and several other national craft magazines.