Category Archives: Art

Cuba and Churchill, Frida and Diego

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Luana

The deadline for our Cuban Arts Tour is about to snap shut, so if you want to join us please sign up online NOW! … we still have a few open seats. Be sure to include your contact info if … Continue reading →

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Men and Quilts

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Luana

Last night I went to the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum’s opening reception for “No Girls Allowed” – the 13th biennial exhibition of quilts made by men. It was juried by our friend Bill Gardner, and it was SO much fun … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Draw Near

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Luana

This week’s Free Pattern is a 50″ x 69″ wallhanging that glorifies the life of an artist! Due to popular demand, we’ve restocked a favorite collection, celebrating the joys of drawing and coloring. As adults rediscover the meditative qualities of … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Leaves of Morris

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Luana

I’ve got a thing for William Morris. He was considered a radical Victorian designer, which is why his work still inspires us today. This gorgeous quilt “Acanthus” by Yoko Ueda, was a star attraction in the special William Morris exhibit … 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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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 – Quiet Beauty

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Luana

The crazier the holiday season, the more I yearn for the quiet beauty of nature. The more I get stuck in holiday traffic, the more I crave a quiet walk in the snow. The more I am bombarded with multiple … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Mariposas Mi Amigas

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Luana

This week I’d just like to bring you some lovely eye candy to make you smile and maybe dream a little. This is a detail of a quilt from the Houston Quilt Festival’s Group Quilt category. (eQuilter sponsored the prizes … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – People and Colors of Cuba

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Luana

Have you seen our 5 new videos from the Houston Quilt Festival? If not, please start with the People & Portraits video, to see the fantastic figurative work being done by fiber artists today. Portrait art quilts are a popular … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Quilted Girls

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Luana

Hello from the International Quilt Festival in Houston! Last night I was at the IQA World of Beauty Award Ceremony, where over $94,000. in cash awards was handed out to 94 winners. The state of California had the highest number … Continue reading →

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