GREAT ESCAPES COLLECTION

Born in the 1906, Jim Thompson grew up in the tradition of tasteful elegance and charm. In those days when a gentleman traveled he wore a Panama hat, white linen suit and strapped an ample supply of crisp linen shirts into his leather valise. This was the age of slow, gracious travel when one summered in Cape Cod or the Hamptons or ventured further afar on a cruise to Europe. This Jim Thompson collection with its heavy linen fabrics, durable cottons and delightful silks celebrates the great travels and destinations of the past. However, with its clean, distinctive style and modern look this exciting collection equally celebrate the Great Escapes of the 21st century!

3292 ASPEN
100% silk
handwoven
22 colorways

As enduring as the aspen pine that lend its name to the famous Rockies resort, this classic six ply silk is of enduring popularity. The hand woven silk with a random strié in the warp comes in a choice of 22 different colors. This is a traditional Jim Thompson textile revisited in a more contemporary way.
   
3296 NAPA VALLEY
100% linen
8 colorways

This exciting design gives the grapevine a whole new twist! Just as Napa Valley has taken wine making to a whole new level, this pattern on heavy linen takes a traditional 19th century design to a completely new dimension. There are eight choices of background colors including warm earth tones, a vibrant rust and a golden sunset yellow.
   
3291 RAJASTHAN
100% linen
5 colorways
martindale 12,000 rubs
 
This bold Jim Thompson version of the paisley pattern would be at home anywhere in the world. A motif of Persian origin, the tear drop leaf design travelled to India and then on to England where the Paisley cloth became all the rage. Jim Thompson’s striking large-scale paisley design on heavy duty linen is an appealing new version of a traditional design.
   
3297 HOUR GLASS
100% linen
5 colorways

The hour glass is the symbol of time, and this timelessly bold print on luxurious heavy linen will suit the eye of those looking for Great Escapes from the ordinary. The pattern finds its inspiration from curving medallions in Turkish art. The rich texture of the natural linen fiber enhances the subtle colors which change in hues and tones. There is a quality, tailored look to this cosmopolitan fabric which comes in five color choices.
   
3294 CORTINA
100% linen
7 colorways
martindale 15,250 rubs

This satin finish heavy duty linen has sheen that glistens like the sun on snow. How fitting to name it after the famous championship ski resort in the Italian Dolomites. While linen feels as sturdy as canvas it has a rich silk-like look. Two-tone, ten inch wide stripes make this bold fabric a champion in its own right.
   
3295 JACKSON HOLE
100% linen
12 colorways
martindale 10,000 rubs

At Jackson Hole whether Great Escapes means heading to ranch, the ski slopes or simply to the Silver Dollar Bar this sturdy no-nonsense fabric fits the bill. This work horse linen plain which comes in a great range of colors promises to be winner for any type of use.
   
3255 HAMPTONS
100% cotton
16 colorways

Slip into Great Escapes with this versatile, easy-to-use fabric. Country homes, weekend retreats or the bungalow at the beach call for seasonal changes of color — and with Hamptons you can make a change every season! Spend a weekend at the Hamptons or at any other holiday destination and make a simple change with this great cotton fabric. It's a fun, easy way to decorate.
   
3293 CAPE COD
100% linen
8 colorways

She sells seashells by the seashore…… and this cheerful linen with its fretwork pattern would be perfect by the seashore — or anywhere else for that matter. With a choice of eight colors reminiscent of sand pebbles and seashells, this wonderful linen fabric will suit any and all Great Escapes — whether they are at the seashore, countryside or simply at home.
   
3298 MEGEVE
65% rayon – 35% ramie
19 olorways
martindale 51,000 rubs

Your will find this fabric as durable and tough as the expert skiers who fly down the most challenging slopes at the Alpine resort of Megève. This heavy duty ramie is as strong as it is attractive. The texture created by the thick woven threads is pleasing to the touch and possesses a beautiful hand.

GREAT ESCAPES COLLECTION
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TINNART NISALAK
Design Director, Jim Thompson
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