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.

Happy National Dog Day!

Posted on August 26, 2023 by Luana

I’ve just come home from my trip to Alaska, photographing the Brown Bears (Coastal Grizzly Bears) and also visiting with the Homer Quilt Guild. I had a fantastic time in Bear Camp, and besides amazing viewing of the bears, it … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Wild Horses

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Luana

Tonight we are featuring Carol Cavalaris’s stunning piece of artwork as the centerpiece of our exclusive Free Quilt Pattern – with the dramatic imagery of three galloping horses running through the surf, accented by a spirit horse above, and a … Continue reading →

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Back to Civilization

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Luana

Tonight I am writing to you from Homer Alaska. I have just spent a mind-blowing 4 days at Bear Camp at Lake Clark National Park, among the bears ( and foxes) with no wifi or cell service. I slept in … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Shadow & Elegance

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Luana

Tonight’s Free eQuilter pattern features RJR’s amazing digitally printed collection of peonies, roses, dahlias & poppies. The dramatic lighting creates still life effects that mirror the Romantic art style. To make this 59″ x 59″ masterpiece, you’ll start with the … Continue reading →

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Luana in Alaska

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Luana

Luana is traveling to Alaska to photograph the Bears! She’ll be flying to Lake Clark National Park tomorrow, and she will report on her epic adventure in our midweek newsletter. Stay tuned! Don’t forget to check out our Designer Clearance … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Wild Iris

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Luana

If Vincent Van Gogh stayed to watch the sunset after a day of painting in a field of Blue Irises, enjoying the Golden Hour and the purple twilight reflecting on a lake, maybe this is what he would imagine in … Continue reading →

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Pop Queen

Posted on August 16, 2023 by Luana

When I travel to quilt festivals and quilt exhibits in other countries, one of my favorite things is to find the quilts that express the maker’s home country and native culture. The Festival of Quilts is the largest quilt festival … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Meow

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Luana

Hmm, which kitty shall I choose today?The Orange Tiger, the Calico, the Gray Stripe, the Bengal or the mysterious Black Cat? To make this 52″ x 57″ quilt design, you will start with the 36″ x 44″ Block Panel with … Continue reading →

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Random Acts of Kindness & Senseless Beauty

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Luana

Our hearts go out to the community of Lahaina on Maui, where a wind-driven wildfire has taken dozens of lives and over 1000 homes. This is similar to what happened here in Boulder on December 30, 2021, when we lost … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Night Owls

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Luana

This one is for all you fellow Night Owls who stay up late shopping and sewing in your jammies. You know who you are! To make this 62″ x 62″ quilt design, you will star by cutting up the 24″ … Continue reading →

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