Category Archives: Creativity

Bark Cloth Makes a Comeback

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Luana

This week we restocked our Bark Cloth department, which has been empty for many years, but now our suppliers are offering this vintage textured cloth again and I am thrilled! The origins of this type of fabric are actually from … Continue reading →

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Something Old, Something New, Something Sassy

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Luana

This weekend I am writing to you from just outside Washington DC, where I am attending the Sacred Threads exhibit, and the Not Fade Away conference. Friday I went on the per-conference bus tour. We had a fabulous private white … Continue reading →

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Our Colorful Tribe of Kindred Souls

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Luana

You may not realize this, but many of the quilt exhibits around the country, and around the world, are sponsored by eQuilter. The next 3 trips I take will be to quilt shows, where eQuilter has contributed sponsor funds to … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – On Pegasus Wings

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Luana

Hello from Cleveland! Today I was in the studio to film a couple more segments for the PBS show “Fresh Quilting” for Modern Quilters. My first 2 segments on the current season are on our video page here. I watched … Continue reading →

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A Star is Born

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Luana

Many thanks to our friends in Toronto who gave me such a warm welcome at the Quilt Canada Festival this week! My main reasons for attending were to be at the award ceremony (we sponsor the top Modern Quilt prize) … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Havana Sunset

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Luana

Hello from Toronto! I am here for the Quilt Canada Festival, planning to photograph the quilts tomorrow. Tonight was the award ceremony (I gave the award for best Modern Quilt) and I can’t wait to share photos of some of … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – A Walk on the Beach

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Luana

Hello from New York City! Last weekend we attended Quilt Market in St. Louis, and picked out lots of gorgeous fabrics that will be arriving over the next several months. I am spending a couple days at a design show … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Queen of We’en

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Luana

Your unique and eccentric taste has led you on a journey, seeking a Halloween project that no one in your neighborhood or quilt guild has ever seen… This enchanting Halloween wallhanging will make a fantastic door-panel, because the clever swags … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Cosmic Kismet

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Luana

One of our most popular fabric designers is Paula Nadelstern, whose kaleidoscope-inspired mandalas are prized by textile collectors around the world. Over the years I think we have carried 14 different collections designed by Paula, and we’ve sold thousands and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Scrabble Cabin

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Luana

Scrabble enthusiasts unite! This week’s Exclusive eQuilter pattern is a colorful celebration of the cherished, world-famous word game: Scrabble. Jewel-tone hand dyes are set in log cabin blocks amid a medley of wonderfully detailed Scrabble tiles. This fabulous 60″ x … Continue reading →