Monthly Archives: October 2021

Free eQuilter Pattern – Joyful Countryside

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Luana

What is it about Chickens that captures a quilter’s imagination? Is it the colorful plumage? The memories of being awakened at sunrise by the crowing of a rooster? The sweet murmur of a mother hen trilling and purring to her … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Splendor

Posted on October 27, 2021 by Luana

This week is the glorious climax of our Fall color season here in Boulder, so I am trying to take photos to capture the brilliant foliage before it is gone. Everyone here is talking about what a fantastic year it … Continue reading →

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Rescued & Loved at Home

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Luana

People who get their cats and dogs from rescue centers and the Humane Society have some of the biggest hearts. To go into a rescue center and pick out an animal who has been abandoned or surrendered, is an experience … Continue reading →

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Quilt Festival This Week

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Luana

Friday something woke me up early at dawn. I opened my eyes and my room was filled with a pink light. Was I dreaming? No, it was the bright morning sun rising on a clear Colorado day, hitting the red … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Aurora Lights

Posted on October 22, 2021 by Luana

As Winter descends on the Northern Hemisphere, it brings the magic of the Aurora Borealis in the Arctic latitudes…shimmering rainbows of dancing colors that hang like curtains of silk blowing in the solar winds. This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt … Continue reading →

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In Search of Eye Candy?

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Luana

Thank you for the many emails about the stories I’ve shared during the pandemic. We do hope they are somewhat entertaining in these challenging times. You probably miss traveling, as I do, so I try to include stories and links … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Santa’s Christmas Quilt

Posted on October 19, 2021 by Luana

If you want to know what Santa does late at night when the Elves’ Workshop closes and Mrs. Claus goes to bed….he is up making perfect hand-quilting stitches! This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern features this popular digital-printed panel … Continue reading →

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Rocky Mountain High

Posted on October 16, 2021 by Luana

Today was one of those crystal blue Colorado Fall days that makes one glad to be alive. Autumn colors, happy people out on the street, clear sky and perfect slightly crisp temperatures. Everyone was out with their bikes and dogs … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Floral Fantasy

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Luana

Are you one of the Purple People?Purple is a color of Royalty, Creativity, Inspiration & Confidence, Healing & Spirituality. This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern is a celebration of PURPLE, with shades of Lavender, Plum, Violet, Mauve, Amethyst and … Continue reading →

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They Grow Up So Fast

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Luana

Over the last several years we’ve shared stories about our daughter Sophie, from her adoption in China, to her appearances on Quilting Arts TV, and now her college career. But it has been awhile since I mentioned our 2 boys … Continue reading →

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