Author Archives: Luana

Free Pattern – Magic Carpet

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern takes you on an opulent journey full of richly detailed Paisleys and Bohemian Florals. Luxurious gold metallics highlight the Teal, Blue and Purple color story, with shimmering pearlescent accents. Built around a panel and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Modern Gestures

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Luana

As I am preparing to leave for Tokyo this coming weekend, I am thinking about how Japanese quilts have changed since I started going to the Tokyo Quilt Festival. I see the influence of Modern Quilting and Modern Design in … Continue reading →

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Ready for 2016

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Luana

Yesterday was a poignant day. As you may have read, we lost our beloved 15 month old dog Alfie on Christmas morning. We all decided that we wanted to get another dog right away to heal our broken hearts, but … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Poppy Grove

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern showcases the exquisitely detailed Red Poppies by artist Chong-A Hwang, on a dramatic solid black ground. Three shades of Hoffman Hand-Dyes are used in the pieced sections, to create a 3-D ombre effect. An … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Japanese Textiles

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Luana

Two weeks from now I will be in Tokyo, headed to the quilt festival at the Tokyo Dome. Every year that I attend this show is a privilege, and greatly anticipated. A quarter million people come to this show (!) … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Painted Ponies

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Luana

We can’t help but smile when we see these magical painted ponies, dancing on air, full of flowers and sassy style! Leaping and galloping horses are embellished with blossoms and other hand-drawn designs. This 50″ x 62″ Free Quilt Pattern … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Goals

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Luana

With the new year comes a desire to sweep out the old and make room for the new. That’s what we are doing this week at eQuilter…clearing out our scrap bundles, re-configuring our warehouse, making room for new fabrics and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Van Gogh Irises

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Luana

There is nothing more satisfying, after a busy holiday season, than whipping out a quick but absolutely gorgeous quilt project! This Free Wallhanging Pattern features one of our most popular panels – now back in stock! Make it your own … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Cuban Arts

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Luana

Dear Friends, To close out the year, I wanted to share another collage of photos from my recent trip to Cuba. I am still being inspired by the colors, art and music of this island nation…a little sad knowing that … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Wisdom of the Plains

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Luana

These wild African animals are full of words of wisdom as they travel across the savannah. Bold silhouettes of lions, elephants, zebras and giraffes are packed with lines of text in this striking 47″ x 60″ Free Quilt Pattern. Earthy … Continue reading →