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.

DecoBob Thread & Museum of Fine Arts

Posted on December 9, 2023 by Luana

This week we are introducing a new line of DecoBob thread – the 80 weight cottonized poly thread from Wonderfil. This very fine but strong thread disappears into your quilt or applique – the right balance of delicacy and strength. … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Allure

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Luana

Tonight’s Free Quilt Pattern features a graceful peacock and cascading feathers, illustrated with Melanie Samra’s distinctive alcohol ink painting technique. To make this 59″ x 64″ distinctive quilt, you will start with the atmospheric 24″ x 44″ panel. We’ve combined … Continue reading →

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Sewing & Fabric – The Fountain of Youth?

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Luana

Today we received this delightful letter from longtime customer Jean, and I just had to share with you: “I am a senior citizen (I’m now 100) and live alone so like to keep myself busy so my brain will keep … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Native American Cosmos

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Luana

Tonight’s Exclusive Free eQuilter pattern features our exclusive Native American Cosmos Digital panel that is sure to bring a sense of awe and wonder. This remarkable panel which overlooks Utah’s Monument Valley is framed by two rows from renowned artist … Continue reading →

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Holiday Spirit

Posted on December 2, 2023 by Luana

Quilters throw the best parties, in my opinion, and today I finally got in the holiday spirit after spending time with the Wa Shonaji Quilt Guild in Denver. Those ladies know how to have a good time! They put on … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Precious Poppies

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Luana

Tonight’s Free eQuilter pattern features a gorgeous garden poppy collection filled with elegant dragonflies and forest textures. Start with the main 24″ x 44″ panel, piecing sets of three blocks above and below, with a deep aqua sashing. Then miter … Continue reading →

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Thread Colors are like Candy!

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Luana

After I left the fashion industry and found my way to the quilting world in 1990, I spent a few years taking quilt classes to learn some of the more advanced techniques. First I had to learn how to use … Continue reading →

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Small Business Saturday…and a Big Birthday

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Luana

Well, it finally happened. I am turning 65 this weekend and am officially a senior citizen at last. I don’t feel like a ‘old person’ but I am sure a twenty-something person would think differently, ha. I signed up for … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Silent Night Peace

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Luana

Tonight’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern features a snow covered scene with an illuminated chapel and horse drawn carriages. This peaceful, celebratory scene is surrounded by bountiful pine trees and a shining full moon. To make this 68″ x 56″ … Continue reading →

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Amazing Grace

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Luana

Over the decades, I’ve had a mad love affair with Wisteria. It doesn’t really grow here in Colorado, but when I lived in New York there was a building on my block with an ancient wisteria that had patiently crawled … Continue reading →

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