Category Archives: Creativity

Creative Nudge – Can You Feel It Coming?

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Luana

We are gearing up for Quilt Market and Quilt Festival, and Sophie is going to spend a whole week with me in Houston! Meanwhile we’ve had a few sneak peeks of collections that will be introduced at Market this year, … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Animal Lovers

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Luana

You may be aware that I am an animal lover. I am a longtime vegetarian, with 2 dogs and 2 cats. I’ve traveled around the world to photograph animals in the wild. I’ve had an affinity for animals since I … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Autumn Whispers

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Luana

We’ve had our first little taste of Fall, and the first few trees have started to change colors and drop a few leaves. After a long hot summer, we are ready for a change of season, and the colors that … Continue reading →

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The Four Elements – Earth, Air, Fire & Water

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Luana

In ancient astrology, the world is divided up into Four Elements: Earth, Air, Fire and Water. Creativity too can have elemental expressions. Fire burns through us to express our vision. Earth grounds us and awakens the senses. Air gives us … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Divine Dahlias

Posted on August 29, 2018 by Luana

Inspiration is everywhere if you pay attention. Last time I upgraded my smart phone (a couple years ago) I made the camera my top priority, and I’ve been reaping the benefits ever since. Wherever I go, when I see something … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Echoes of Footsteps…

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Luana

One of my favorite activities when I travel, is to photograph design motifs that might translate into textile or quilt motifs. Here is one of those photos from my visit to the palace in Stockholm: an inlaid floor with an … Continue reading →

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Post-Trip Glow

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Luana

Today I had lunch with an old friend who was my neighbor in Hong Kong. He brought along another HK expat buddy who I last saw in 1984. These 2 are Americans who were born and raised in Hong Kong, … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Full Moon Reflections

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Luana

This Friday many of you may see a 103 minute total Lunar Eclipse, billed as the longest eclipse in a century! It will be completely visible over Eastern Africa, and Central Asia, seen rising over South America, Western Africa, and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Dragon Stories

Posted on July 18, 2018 by Luana

What is it about Dragons that has captured our imagination so deeply? From Game of Thrones to Harry Potter, our pop culture continues to churn out stories involving Humans and Dragons. One of the oldest stories is St George and … Continue reading →

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Aren’t We Lucky?

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Luana

As I travel the world and meet all different kinds of quilters, one thing is very clear to me: this worldwide tribe of creative makers are resolute in keeping their quilting time a sacred place to rejuvenate, find solace, and … Continue reading →

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