Category Archives: Charity

The Story of Cecil

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Luana

It was hard to miss the big story of this week: the killing of a lion named Cecil in Zimbabwe. As you may have picked up over the years, protecting endangered species is one of the causes I support, including … Continue reading →

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Quilts for Nepal

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Luana

Today our first batch of donated comfort quilts is on the way to Nepal! We have about 50 quilts so far, including several made by our staff, so I want to thank all of you who have sent a quilt, … Continue reading →

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Every Day is a Gift

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Luana

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to one of our oldest friends in the industry. I learned Friday that Vic Dadika (Sales Manager for Northcott US) died last Wednesday. My very first fabric buying appointment at my … Continue reading →

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Nepal, Athens and Vienna

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Luana

Last week we were a corporate sponsor for a fundraiser for the Nepal Earthquake and Doctors Without Borders. On behalf of our customers, we made a $2000 donation targeted to relief efforts already on the ground in Nepal. The fundraiser … Continue reading →

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Disaster Relief for Nepal and Tibet

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Luana

Thursday night I went to a local fundraiser for Doctors Without Borders, and Nepal/Tibet earthquake survivors. I attended as a corporate sponsor for the event, but also to network regarding possible comfort quilt donations for Nepal. So many of you … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – For the Children

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Luana

Most of you know the story of how Paul and I started eQuilter in the basement of our house. Within 60 days we had exceeded our 3 year business plan, moving to 4000 sq ft, then 11,000 sq ft, and … Continue reading →

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eQuilter 16th ANNIVERSARY SALE

Posted on March 7, 2015 by Luana

Our annual eQuilter ANNIVERSARY SALE starts NOW! Over 1700 products from 45% to 70% Off This week’s BLOCKBUSTER collection is “Passport” from Moda – retro/modern era city maps of NYC, London and Tokyo. Already blowing out the door! WELCOME SPRING … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Luana

from the Nov 26 eQuilter newsletter: This gorgeous quilt "Renaissance" by Zena Thorpe richly illustrates the celebration of abundance and gratitude that we feel at Thanksgiving time. Quilters seem to have a special sense of appreciation… they share their abundance … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – All About RED

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Luana

This week I am writing to you from the Quilt Festival in Houston, celebrating 40 years with their "Ruby Jubilee". When you enter the quilt exhibit area, you will see the winner of the eQuilter-sponsored "World of Beauty" award, plus … Continue reading →

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Rome Art Quilt Reception

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Luana

from the Oct 1 eQuilter newsletter: (last Tuesday) I am writing to you from the Rome Fiumicino Airport in Italy, before I board my plane to fly home Tuesday. I've taken lots of photos, and I will be sharing them … Continue reading →

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