Author Archives: Luana

Free Pattern – Animal Alphabet Friends

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern features a delightful Alphabet panel, pieced into a 59″ x 72″ quilt with a fresh palette of midtone hand-dyes. White Pearlescent Fairy Frost in the sashing gives this a shimmering effect, setting off the … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – the Colors of Cuba

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Luana

It has been 10 days since I returned from Cuba, and the colors are still haunting me. I keep playing salsa music in my studio, and I am still craving black beans and rice. Art is alive and well in … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Pansy Parade

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Luana

Pansies are a beloved flower of late fall and early spring, and this Free Quilt Pattern celebrates the bright faces of these late bloomers. Giant Pansy blocks are combined with smaller scale violas, and butterfly wings, for a lively palette … Continue reading →

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Babysitting, Braces, Tours and Houston

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Luana

We are so excited! A special package was delivered at our house a few minutes ago, with preview copies of the Nov/Dec issue of Machine Quilting Magazine. The cover story of “Kids Who Create” features our very own Sophie Rubin! … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Skyline Fireworks

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Luana

This stunning quilt is the exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern of the Week, featuring the richly detailed and intensely saturated colors of a Hoffman digital print. Imagine the penthouse view of a brilliant skyline at twilight, with fireworks overhead. This clever … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Hemingway’s House

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Luana

Today I’d like to share the view of Ernest Hemingway‘s study, at his Finca Vigía estate in Cuba. This was definitely a highlight of my visit to this island nation, as my visit to Tolstoy’s house and study were highlights … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Feline Fun

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Luana

What do quilters love more than fabric and chocolate? CATS! This Free Quilt Pattern cleverly highlights kitties with *big* personalities, in delightfully illustrated vignettes that capture their playful portraits. Bright stripes and pawprint coordinates frame the Kitty Blocks, with a … Continue reading →

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The Color & Culture of Havana

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Luana

I am writing to you on my last night in Havana Cuba, because I will be en route home on Saturday. It is always a humbling experience to visit a developing country where people have to do so much with … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Mardi Gras Harlequin

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Luana

This week’s Free exclusive eQuilter Pattern, Mardi Gras Harlequin features the gorgeous ‘Harlequin’ collection by Debra Lunn and Michael Mrowka for Robert Kaufman Fabrics. Harlequin’s bold Mardi Gras colors take you to the street party in New Orleans, and you’ll … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Havana Heritage

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Luana

Tonight I am writing to you from the Fifties-style lobby lounge of my hotel in Havana, Cuba! I am here on a cultural exchange trip this week, traveling with a friend who is going to help us place the donated … Continue reading →

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