One thing about the Quilting World that I love, is making strong friendships that last for life. Many of my mentors and friends from 20 years ago, have retired in the last several years, so it is always a treat to see them again. Today I had lunch with 2 of them. Donna Wilder was the original founder of Free Spirit Fabrics, and Beth Hayes was the longtime editor of McCalls Quilting Magazine. We had a 3 hour lunch and it was like no time had passed. I love those kinds of friendships!
Here’s a little sneak peek for a 2023 Bear Trip that I am officially announcing next week. I have a draft of the trip overview online now…just waiting for Aly my NatHab agent to proofread for me….so take a sneak peek or watch for more info in the Wednesday e-newsletter next week.
The only thing better than fabric as a Christmas gift, is an eQuilter Gift Certificate, which can be delivered via snail mail or email. We’ve restocked our Chocolate department one last time for the holidays, so don’t forget to throw a chocolate bar and extra spool of thread in your next order!
I am happy to announce that my 2 segments from the new season of Quilting Arts TV, are now released, and we have those video clips on our eQuilter video pages. The topics of these 2 segments are “Art & Activism”, and “Canadian Quilts”. Please have a look and enjoy over a hot cup of tea this weekend.
We have a few copies of the “Women’s Voices” exhibit book, from the Clinton Presidential Center where I attended an artist reception and Women’s Rights summit in early December. We have signed copies in house now. Contact Customer Service if you would like me to add a personalized inscription for you or someone special who is passionate about this topic.
Sharing your love of fabric,
Luana and Paul
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Travel/Quilt Calendar:
Feb 15 – Virtual lecture for Victoria BC Quilt Guild
Feb 22-25 – QuiltCon – GOLD SPONSOR – Atlanta
April 18-26 – Pour l’Amour du Fil – Nantes, France
June 8-10 – Quilt Canada – Halifax, Nova Scotia
