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.

The Magical Land of Hot Pink

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Luana

If it was up to me, this juicy Hot Pink would be the Color of the Year. (My Dahlia photo above.) It is not Millennial Pink, whose time has passed. It is not the Pepto Bismol Pink that was part … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Klimt’s Cleo the Cat

Posted on April 11, 2023 by Luana

What happens when you combine 2 of your favorite things into one deliciously perfect creation? No, it is not S’mores. (Actually that would be 3 things) But in this case we’re featuring the delightful hybrid of Klimt and Cats. (Gustav … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Kitty Rescue

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Luana

We know that so many of you love Cats, and some of you especially love Rescue Kitties. Is there anything more heartwarming than bringing home a stray/rescue adult cat and giving them a safe and loving Forever Home? The designer … Continue reading →

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Educating Quilters About Fabric Production

Posted on April 8, 2023 by Luana

Happy Easter and Happy Passover! This week I’ve been musing over the changes in the quilting world over the 24 years eQuilter has been open. Fabrics have changed, customers have changed, and oh boy the internet sure has changed as … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Wolves in Summer

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Luana

This detailed close-up portrait of a pair of wolves, was the inspiration for tonight’s Free Quilt Portrait. The steady gaze of the smaller wolf feels like being in the presence of a wild soul. To make this 49″ x 57″ … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Earth Month

Posted on April 5, 2023 by Luana

Today I had the absolute delight of speaking to a 5th grade class – via Zoom – in California. A few months ago they read an article about my quilt “Rocky Mountain Poison” and decided to all write me letters … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Little Ones

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Luana

This week’s Free Quilt Pattern captures sweet portraits of woodland creatures, in soft neutral tones. The central image of the newborn Fawn has particularly stolen our hearts. To make this 52″ x 60″ quilt design (perfect for a new baby!) … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Love in Paris

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Luana

April Showers Bring May Flowers…. To start this splendid season of Springtime, we are celebrating with a lovely Free Quilt Pattern featuring a romantic walk in the rain, and the resulting burst of floral color, for all of you Francophiles….you … Continue reading →

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Once Upon a Time…

Posted on April 1, 2023 by Luana

Happy April, and Happy Earth Month! Instead of making a lame April Fools Day joke, I am going to tell you a story. Many people ask me how I was inspired to raise money for children in need. I have … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Unicorn Universe

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Luana

UNICORN: 1. A mythical horse with a single straight horn projecting from its forehead. 2. Something that is highly desirable but difficult to find or obtain. These days the pop culture meaning of the word ‘Unicorn’ has taken on a … Continue reading →

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