Author Archives: Luana

Returning from China

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Luana

It’s our last night in China, and we celebrated by going to hear the Old Jazz Band at the Peace Hotel on the Bund in Shanghai. For our last 48 hours in China, we took a nighttime cruise along Pudong … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Majestic Fox

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Luana

This week’s exclusive free quilt pattern features Northcott’s finely detailed, Majestic Fox in winter panel. This spectacular animal’s red coat stands out beautifully against the surrounding winter snow. Coordinating Naturescapes winter meadow fabrics along with Stonehenge bronze and espresso brown … Continue reading →

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New Year from China

Posted on January 2, 2019 by Luana

Happy New Year from China! Sophie and I are heading into the last part of this 2 week trip, after experiencing the iconic mountains of Guilin over the last couple days. Today we fly to Hefei in the Anhui province, … Continue reading →

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Asian Travels

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Luana

As many of you know, our daughter Sophie and I have embarked on a momentous trip – a Heritage Tour to China. We are taking a tour all around China to many famous sites and cities, then we will go … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Labrador-able Puppies

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Luana

Dog lovers know that puppies can bring a wealth of joy to the world. This week’s Free eQuilter Pattern features lovable Labrador puppies exploring their world in playful frames and vignettes. Fussy-cut puppy frames are joined with detailed leaves and … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas to All

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Luana

I am sending this out to you as Sophie and I are finishing packing up our bags for a 2 week trip to China. She is finally going on her Heritage Tour and this means she will tour several cities … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Sailing by the Stars

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Luana

In the mood for a new Adventure? You’ll be skimming across glowing waters under a starry sky, in this week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern. Dolphins leap through sparkling waves beside you, as the rigging creaks and wind fills your … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Party Time

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Luana

As the year winds down and we busy ourselves with holiday preparations, we know that those family gatherings, meals and decorations will be a pleasant memory in a couple weeks…and it will be time for quiltmaking! 2019 is winking on … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Northern Lights Shimmer

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Luana

Follow this Bull Moose to the drama and mystery of the Northern Lights in this week’s Free Quilt Pattern, with the shimmering Aurora Borealis reflected on a lake in a remote wilderness. You can almost hear the lapping of the … Continue reading →

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When Quilters Gather

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Luana

Something very special happens when quilters get together. It happens at quilting retreats, sewing bees, and just sitting together for a meal. There’s that moment when we smile and look at each other, and share our delight in another gathering … Continue reading →

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