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.

Supporting the Richness of our Quilting Organizations

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Luana

Happy Quilting Day, Happy Pi Day, and Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Lately I've been working with board members of various organizations, brainstorming how to raise funds so they can upgrade equipment, attract new members, and thrive without constant financial stress. … Continue reading →

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A Message from Karey Bresenhan:

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Luana

(Posted on the Quiltart List this morning) Folks, I hate to ask for money worse than I hate snakes. (And I really,really don't like snakes!) But sometimes the cause is just so good that youhave to overcome your hesitation and … Continue reading →

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Why do we make quilts?

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Luana

Why do we make quilts? The reason has evolved as women have evolved in society. This practical craft of recycling clothing scraps to make warm blankets, has a history around the world from America to Japan and beyond, because fabric … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 9, 2013 by Luana

14 years ago, on March 10th 1999, Paul and I looked around my basement studio at our house, with a few hundred bolts of fabric, and decided to send out our first newsletter announcing that we were open for business. … Continue reading →

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SAQA Fundraiser

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Luana

One of the best things about my "job" is that I have the opportunity to help others. In addition to our fundraising through our charity program (2% of sales go to charity – over $1 million raised so far!) we … Continue reading →

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Fabric Design Contest with SAQA and Andover Fabrics

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Luana

I am very happy to announce a fundraising fabric project with SAQA and Andover Fabrics – and a call for entries for all you aspiring fabric designers! http://saqacallforentries.com/ Full details and instructions can be found on SAQA's website.   From … Continue reading →

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Empty Time

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Luana

It's March, and in my book that means it's (almost!) Spring. Even though we have several inches of crusty snow covering our yard, I am already in that I-survived-another-winter mindset, and I'm thinking about planting flowers, giving away the kids' … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – QuiltCon Report

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Luana

* This is a detail shot of Pamela Johnson's quilt "Paper Shredder" from QuiltCon in Austin, presented by the Modern Quilt Guild. My trip to QuiltCon in Austin Texas was rather surreal – traveling through snow to leave town – … Continue reading →

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Report: Weekend Distribution of Hurricane Sandy Relief Quilts

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Luana

For our friends who have donated quilts to Hurricane Sandy victims – here is an update from Joy, who delivered quilts this last weekend:   Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/luanarubin/sets/72157632121717400/   Friday went really well.  I went to the Shorefront Y in Brighton … Continue reading →

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Howdy from Central Texas

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Luana

As I am writing this, it is Friday night and I have really only been at QuiltCon for one day. This is the very first conference for the Modern Quilt Guild, being held in Austin Texas. It is a small … Continue reading →

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