Author Archives: Luana

About Luana

eQuilter.com has the largest online selection of quilt fabrics and quilting accessories. Over 1000 new products per month, are introduced in the weekly e-newsletters. 2% of sales is given to charity. Located in Boulder, Colorado. Independently owned by husband and wife (aka Mom and Pop) Luana and Paul Rubin.

Free Quilt Pattern – Poppy Poetry

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Luana

This stylish quilt design has Red Poppies, Asters and Bluebells on a Black and White geometric and striped background design… from the 'Poppy Panache' collection designed by Ann Laner for Benartex. It reminds us of Audrey Hepburn's fantastic hat and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Gratitude and Color

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Luana

This time of year in the US, most of us are making plans for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. For many of us, this holiday has transformed from a story about Pilgrims and Native Americans, to a day of Gratitude. Often … Continue reading →

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Quilt Market Preview – Part 2

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Luana

As promised, I am following up with the second part of our Quilt Market Preview – to let you know more of our favorite collections at Quilt Market – which you will see arriving here in the next several months. … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Frozen Fantasy

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Luana

If you have kids or grandkids, you probably know that the movie "Frozen" is the biggest thing since Mickey Mouse, and Frozen licensed gifts are at the top of most little girls' holiday Wish List. This week's exclusive eQuilter Free … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Wild Horses

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Luana

When I was a girl, I was a horse doodler. I would draw horses all day long…. in class, at home… was totally horse crazy. For my 12th Christmas I got an oil painting set and my first painting was … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 6, 2014 by Luana

from the 11/1 newsletter: Quilt Market Review * I am mulling over all the fabric and color trends that we saw at Quilt Market, and all the fabulous quilts on exhibit at Quilt Festival. It was great to meet so … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Pandora’s Garden

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Luana

This week's exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern gives you a peek through a garden gate, to a sunny bed of poppies, calla lilies and golden dahlias! Luscious florals and abstract watercolor coordinates are from the 'Pandora' collection by Chong-A Hwang. You … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – All About RED

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Luana

This week I am writing to you from the Quilt Festival in Houston, celebrating 40 years with their "Ruby Jubilee". When you enter the quilt exhibit area, you will see the winner of the eQuilter-sponsored "World of Beauty" award, plus … Continue reading →

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Quilt Market Preview – Part 1

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Luana

from Oct 25 eQuilter newsletter: I am writing to you after our first day at Quilt Market in Houston! This is the wholesale show where we go to order the fabrics that will arrive in our warehouse over the next … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Hydrangea Heaven

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Luana

Garden parties, iced tea, crisp linens, and a patio overflowing with purple and blue hydrangeas. This week's eQuilter Exclusive Free Pattern will take you there! This charming quilt design features the exquisite floral artwork of Chong-A Hwang, coordinated with the … Continue reading →

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