Monthly Archives: July 2018

Free Pattern – Alaska’s Northern Lights

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Luana

Imagine stepping out of your cozy snow-covered log cabin,  gazing up at the sky, and seeing a dancing curtain of Northern Lights up above. This week’s Free Quilt Pattern has captured that experience, with the central scenic panel by Alaskan artist Jon … Continue reading →

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Post-Trip Glow

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Luana

Today I had lunch with an old friend who was my neighbor in Hong Kong. He brought along another HK expat buddy who I last saw in 1984. These 2 are Americans who were born and raised in Hong Kong, … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Maplewood Ombre

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Luana

Are you dreaming of cooler temperatures and Fall being just a few steps around the corner? This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern features this gorgeous Autumn-hued collection that has been blasting out of our warehouse … and we promise it is even … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Full Moon Reflections

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Luana

This Friday many of you may see a 103 minute total Lunar Eclipse, billed as the longest eclipse in a century! It will be completely visible over Eastern Africa, and Central Asia, seen rising over South America, Western Africa, and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Dragonfly by Night

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Luana

Enter the mysterious nighttime world of these luminous Dragonflies, in this week’s Free Quilt Pattern…shimmering with cool jewel-tones and gold metallic accents. This 60″ x 68″ quilt design starts with a Dragonfly Border print, which is cut into strips and … Continue reading →

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The Healing Power of Helping Others

Posted on July 23, 2018 by Luana

Today we had another Charity Sewing Day, and I have to commend the dedicated bunch who showed up today, to make quilts for those in need. One of the ladies brought in 4 quilts that she finished since the last … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Cat-i-tude Cool Cats

Posted on July 20, 2018 by Luana

Two out of three quilters have at least one cat at home, often ‘helping’ in their sewing room. So this one’s for you – of our most popular Cat collections of all time. This colorful eQuilter Free Quilt Design starts with … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Dragon Stories

Posted on July 18, 2018 by Luana

What is it about Dragons that has captured our imagination so deeply? From Game of Thrones to Harry Potter, our pop culture continues to churn out stories involving Humans and Dragons. One of the oldest stories is St George and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Northern Light Wolves

Posted on July 17, 2018 by Luana

Here’s a great way to cool off from the Summer heat … this exclusive Free Quilt Patternfeatures an impressionist icy landscape and a Wolf Pack on the move. A Full Moon, Snowy Peak and Northern Lights shimmer in the distance. Start with … Continue reading →

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Aren’t We Lucky?

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Luana

As I travel the world and meet all different kinds of quilters, one thing is very clear to me: this worldwide tribe of creative makers are resolute in keeping their quilting time a sacred place to rejuvenate, find solace, and … Continue reading →

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