Author Archives: Luana

Free Quilt Pattern – Santa’s Sleigh

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Luana

“Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house…” – Is this a cherished memory from childhood? This week’s Free Quilt Pattern seems to capture that moment in the famous Christmas Eve poem by Clement Clarke Moore – “Now … Continue reading →

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Rollercoaster of Colorific Fun!

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Luana

The last 4 days have been full of Fun and COLOR with Ice-Dyeing goddess Cindy Lohbeck. I knew what to expect because I met her at the Quilting Arts TV studio a couple years ago, but it was still a … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Sea Serenade

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Luana

Explore the mysteries and legends of the deep sea, with this week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern, with artwork by one of our favorite designers…Dan Morris. This generous 60″ x 70″ quilt design uses the dreamy Digital-Printed ‘Sea Serenade’ collection, … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – An American Story

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Luana

Over the last week I’ve been going through a few dozen boxes of family possessions from my mom’s old house, and my grandparents house. As Mom has aged and declined, she has moved to smaller spaces with simpler possessions. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Holy Night

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Luana

You know that the holiday season will be here before we know it, so just imagine this stunning wall hanging on your wall on Christmas Eve. This week’s Free Quilt Pattern features a finely detailed digital-printed panel with a beautiful … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Joyful Christmas Pets

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Luana

Christmas is a time to share our love with our beloved family members, including our Fur Babies! When the family gathers around the Christmas Tree and the holiday table, our pets are sure to be close by…or right in the … Continue reading →

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Making a Masterpiece

Posted on July 1, 2019 by Luana

This time last year I was in the forests of Northern Sweden, as a chaperone with Sophie’s Swedish Fiddle & Folk Music tour. This last week over the Solstice, I kept having flashbacks to the land of my mother’s ancestors…the … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Arcadia Garden

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Luana

If you like dramatic quilts with exquisite detailing,this week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern just might make your heart beat a little faster. The Greek province of Arcadia dates back to antiquity – and was referenced often in Renaissance mythology. … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – North Woods

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Luana

I have posted several photos from Quilt Canada on my photo page – feel free to share! This week I am featuring another wildlife quilt from Quilt Canada. The center image in this collage is a quilt with a Mountain … Continue reading →

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Free eQuilter Pattern – Painted Horses

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Luana

This week’s Free Quilt Pattern is based on the juicy paintings by Marcia Baldwin, depicting horses with flowing manes, illuminated by sunlight. The pieced border uses coordinates from the collection, with Dreamcatcher Ponies, and beautiful abstract brushstroke blenders. You will … Continue reading →

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