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.

Creative Nudge – Goodbye Maurice

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Luana

Yesterday I heard that author/illustrator Maurice Sendak was gone, and it sent me into a wave of nostalgia for when my boys were little, and loved to read "Where the Wild Things Are." Our oldest son, who is now 22 … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Smitten

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Luana

As an animal lover and photographer, I've always been thrilled to capture images of wildlife, especially when I am traveling. I am still working my way through all of my photos from Australia, but today I wanted to share this … Continue reading →

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Sweet Anticipation – QuiltCon Sponsor

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Luana

For those of you who are my age or older, do you remember when you were a kid and would cut out a coupon or ad in the back of a magazine, put a few dollars in an envelope, mail … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Body Mind and Soul

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Luana

Ahhhh….nothing like a good quilt show to get those creative juices blasting! What could be better than that? – Interviewing the top quilter in Australia (according to the 2012 Best of the Best award at the AQC last week) and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Report from Australia

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Luana

I've always said that travel is a true test of one's character, and the only thing that can disappoint you on a trip is your expectations. For my first trip to Australia, I had a very few, if any expectations…just … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Hemispheres and Applique

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Luana

Today as I was making final preparations for my long journey Down Under, I tried to explain to Sophie that since I was going south of the Equator, the season would be the opposite of our current season here in … Continue reading →

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A French Twist

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Luana

It is kind of surreal that in a few days I'll be starting my long journey to Australia. I leave Weds night, and arrive Friday the 13th! Ha! In case you missed my Creative Nudge Weds, I wanted to let … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Florida Gardens

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Luana

Last week I wrote about the Ringling Museum and Estate in Sarasota Florida, and this week I'd like to share my wonderful visit to the Vizcaya Estate on Biscayne Bay, in Miami Florida. It was the luxurious winter residence of … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Circus Palace

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Luana

This week I am writing to you from Sarasota, Florida…visiting some old family friends from when I lived in Hong Kong. I had fun snapping photos at the beach on Lido Key, (above) while the kids were picking up seashells. … Continue reading →

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Proud to be a Fabriholic

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Luana

This weekend there is an Yves Saint Laurent retrospective opening at the Denver Art Museum. The NY Times comments that Denver is an unlikely place for such an exhibit, but I am sure it will be mobbed. I can't attend … Continue reading →

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