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.

Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Luana

** from Boulder Colorado to our friends around the World *** Wishing you a blessed holiday with your loved ones today. Share Post:

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Creative Nudge – Snowy Retreat

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Luana

*** Meanwhile, at the snowbound Winter Quilting Retreat…. Oh the weather outside is frightful But the fire is so delightful And since we've no place to go Let Us Sew! Let Us Sew! Let Us Sew! The fabrics were piled … Continue reading →

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Gifts of the Season

Posted on December 20, 2014 by Luana

This weekend I am writing to you from the Gulf of Mexico in Galveston Texas. (Don't be jealous – it is cloudy, chilly and windy.) I am seeing our NASA/Engineers Without Borders friends tonight – rocket scientists and maybe an … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Princess Story

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Luana

What is it about castles, princesses, unicorns and dragons? We just can't get enough of them…. in movies, books, fairytales…and fabric! The image above is a photo I took last year while visiting Glamis Castle in Scotland, where the Queen … Continue reading →

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Test Run in the Studio, and Memorial

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Luana

If you haven't had time to check out our videos from Houston, be sure to have a look this week! We now have 6 videos from the quilt festival and IQA exhibits, and the latest one features Portrait and Figurative … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Mardi Gras Magic

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Luana

Let the Good Times Roll! This eye-popping eQuilter Free Pattern features the gorgeous Fabracadabra collection by quilt artist Paula Nadelstern. Paula's bold Mardi Gras color story takes you to the street party in New Orleans, and you'll be hearing Samba … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Kitties and Cookies

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Luana

Holiday shopping sure has changed! I can go through almost my entire list, sitting in my jammies and slippers with the kitty on my lap and a cup of tea next to the keyboard. This leaves more time for baking … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Inspiration

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Luana

I have just returned from 3 days in Aurora Illinois, at the BERNINA Ambassadors Reunion. First of all let me just say again that I am so honored and appreciative to be a part of this group. It brings together … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Poppies All Around

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Luana

Festive Red Poppies twirl on a dramatic Midnight Black background, in this week's eQuilter Free Pattern. This clever quilt design with 3 poppy prints by Chong-A Hwang, combines 6" (Large) and 11" (Huge!) floral prints, and a large scale Poppy … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Japanese Quilts

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Luana

from the Dec 3 eQuilter newsletter: Tonight I am writing from Aurora Illinois, near Chicago. I am attending the Bernina Ambassador Reunion, networking with Bernina national teachers, authors and designers, having fun learning and playing on Bernina top-of-the-line machines. Lucky … Continue reading →