Author Archives: Luana

Creative Nudge – Hello from Cuba!

Posted on September 23, 2016 by Luana

I arrived in Havana Sunday for my 3rd trip to Cuba. I keep saying it is my last trip to Cuba (before the hordes of tourists arrive) but then something always happens to make me fall in love with this … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Rosewater Sofa Size

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Luana

Rosewater is back by popular demand, and we’re re-introducing the Rosewater pattern in a new, Sofa size. This is one of the most gracious and lovely Free Quilt Patterns of the season…featuring the ‘Rosewater’ fabric collection. The pastel rose garden … Continue reading →

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Harvest Moon & Fall Equinox

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Luana

This weekend we can enjoy several nights of a Harvest Full Moon, (large red or orange moon rising around sunset) and then the Fall Equinox comes on Thursday Sept 22. The Equinox is the official start of Autumn in the … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Woodland Winter

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Luana

Brighten your Holiday spirits with this week’s Free eQuilter pattern. The center woodland panel features heartwarming winter animals in a peaceful scene, intricately detailed with digital printing. These endearing woodland creatures are surrounded by delicate snowflake borders and framed by … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – International Trends in Machine Stitching – Part 2

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Luana

Doodling, Zentangling, Adult Coloring Books… they are all part of the same trend. These days so many of us seem to be drawn to the idea of meditative doodling, making insanely intricate mandalas, and losing ourselves in the magic of … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Wildlife Preserve

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Luana

As the seasons begin to change and the Equinox approaches, this week’s 42″ x 61″ Free Quilt Pattern is an appealing tribute to North Woods design and rustic wildlife illustrations. Eagles, Moose, Otters, Bears, and Wolves are featured in the … Continue reading →

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Mission of Love – A Request

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Luana

My hero Kathy Price who is a tireless advocate for indigenous children around the world, is getting ready to do another airlift to help disabled children in Guatemala. You may recall that 4 years ago I traveled with Kathy and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Dolphin Paradise

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Luana

This week’s 41″ x 58″ Free Quilt Pattern offers a breathtaking view above and below the water, with playful dolphins, a colorful coral reef, and a tropical sunset! Our luscious quilt design starts with a richly detailed digital-printed panel, and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge- International Trends in Machine Stitching

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Luana

I’ve just returned home tonight from the Water is Life exhibit in Frascati Rome, but I am still reviewing the quilts and trends from the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham UK. Today I am giving you a collage of 4 … Continue reading →

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Water Quilts and Italy

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Luana

Greetings from Frascati, just outside of Rome Italy! I am here for a few days, as an artist and sponsor of the exhibit “Water is Life“, attending the private opening reception sponsored by the UN and US Embassy. I was … Continue reading →

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