Category Archives: Creativity

Helen and the Mermaid

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Luana

Tonight I am sharing an image of this stunning paper-pieced quilt made by Helen Creasey – and exhibited at the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham UK in August. This large-scale (life size) mermaid portrait was designed, constructed and machine quilted … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Historic Quilts

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Luana

Today I am writing to you from Louisville Kentucky, where I’ve been attend the AQSG annual seminar (American Quilt Study Group). I am pleasantly surprised at how many people I know at this event! My focus tends to be more … Continue reading →

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Kaffe & Kim in Roseville

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Luana

Happy Fall, and Happy Birthday to Libras! I know many of you are fans of Australian pattern designer Kim McLean, who uses Kaffe Fassett Collective fabric to create her colorful contemporary “Album” applique quilts. I was delighted to see an … Continue reading →

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Autumn Equinox – Fall is in the Air

Posted on September 23, 2023 by Luana

Today is the Fall Equinox, when the length of the day and night are equal, before the days grow shorter and the nights are longer. Today is when the Sun crosses the celestial equator. As the Northern Hemisphere enters the … Continue reading →

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Alphabets – Old and New

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Luana

If you missed my lecture on ‘Art and Activism’ last week, the recording is now online. It is one hour long, so grab a cup of tea or glass of wine along with a notepad because there are lots of … Continue reading →

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When I Grow Up, I want to be….

Posted on September 16, 2023 by Luana

It’s been a week since we brought home our new puppy. She is 10 weeks old and we are in the deep end of housetraining. We’ve named her Rosie, and she has bonded with our 7 yr old boy Leo. … Continue reading →

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A Peaceful Perspective

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Luana

Today we were delighted to host the board meeting for the Colorado Quilt Council – the CQC. They are busy planning a yearly event (Quilt-a-Fair) and the future of quilting in our state. Isn’t it great to know we still … Continue reading →

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Helping Morocco

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Luana

We have a new baby in the house. Today we picked up our 9 week old little girl puppy. After losing our beloved 10 yr old Ruby, our other dog Leo was so sad, and we decided we need 2 … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Autumn Splendor

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Luana

As we wait for Fall’s first breeze, that first chilly night that brings the promise of changing seasons….we bring you this lovely exclusive Free Quilt Pattern that captures the turning colors of the autumnal season. To make this quick-and-easy 55″ … Continue reading →

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Wild Voices…Wild Places….Worth Saving

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Luana

After a week in Alaska, and 10 days recovering from Covid, I am finally able to come downstairs and start to look at my Bear photos again. I wanted to share this photo, and the story of this moment. On … Continue reading →

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