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 – Night at the Opera

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luana

Lately I've been reading various articles about brain research and creativity. It is quite entertaining to learn about various studies which prove music, color and fragrance can stimulate our creativity and memory. We've known for awhile that Bach and Mozart … Continue reading →

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Ireland, Rwanda and Guatemala

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Luana

I hope you had a great St. Patrick's Day, especially if you are of Irish descent. Here in Boulder we had lots of great Irish music and dancing…but I am staying away from Pearl Street tonight when the mobs of … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Stocking the Nets

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Luana

While on the coast of Thailand last month, I snapped this image of an egret browsing the fishing nets for snack opportunities. It reminded me of how we go shopping for fabrics, jewelry or even fresh produce. We switch into … Continue reading →

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Quilters, Anniversaries, and a Goal

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Luana

    As I write our Anniversary newsletter on Saturday afternoon, Sophie and I have just flown home from Ohio this morning. Yesterday we taped 2 segments of Quilting Arts TV with Pokey Bolton which was a lot of fun, … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Sharing a Smile

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Luana

Today I just want to share a happy moment with you. We had such a gorgeous faux-Spring day yesterday, that I was smiling and pumped all day. I went and hiked up Chautauqua at the base of the Flatirons here … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Signup for Ireland Tour and Irish Quilt Fest!

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Luana

We are finalizing our plans for my Ireland Tour, which includes the very first Irish Quilt Festival in Galway. If you've been waiting for a last minute spontaneous decision to join us, now would be the time! In addition to … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 21, 2012 by Luana

Someone asked me today how I can stand traveling to places like Asia, and how I deal with the jetlag. What jetlag? The minute I get on the plane I reset my watch for the time zone of my destination, … Continue reading →

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My Week in Thailand

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Luana

It has been a truly amazing trip so far here in Bangkok – my first time in Thailand. (and a big check on my Bucket List) I've had 2 days of sightseeing, 2 days of the Color Marketing Group Conference … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Fusion of Yin and Yang

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Luana

One of the things I truly love about traveling to all these international quilt shows, is to see how the art and craft of quilting is mutating and expanding every year. I love seeing how techniques and ideas develop in … Continue reading →

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Stuck in Seattle

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Luana

Last night I returned from my quick trip to the Tokyo Quilt Festival, and I am still processing all that I saw and heard. If you follow me on Facebook, you already know that I got stuck in the Seattle … Continue reading →

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