Category Archives: Creativity

Quilt Therapy

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Luana

This week I read about another study that supports the idea of Quilting having health benefits. There have been similar studies about Crafting, Knitting, etc. Those of us who quilt and craft have a little giggle about this, because we … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Maori Inspirations

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Luana

When I travel to quilt festivals around the world to photograph the quilt exhibits, I am always looking for special quilts that express the spirit of the local culture. Today I am featuring 2 parts of a triptych by Kathy … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Island Fantasy

Posted on January 31, 2015 by Luana

Aloha! Here's a bright fun little Mid-Winter break from all the snow and ice and generally lousy weather that many of you are dealing with. It got up to 76 degrees in Boulder yesterday – wish I could send you … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Little Treasures

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Luana

After spending a delightful 11 days in New Zealand, including 3 days in Palmerston North at the quilt convention, I'd like to share this whimsical scrappy quilt with all of you. I can't help but smile when I look at … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Out of the Comfort Zone

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Luana

Greetings from Christchurch in New Zealand! I've made a big loop of the South Island in the last 6 days, and on Thursday I will travel to Palmerston North for the Manawatu Quilt Convention. I know I will see many … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Unexpected Inspirations

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Luana

from Jan 7 eQuilter newsletter: Luana is en route to New Zealand and is contemplating unexpected creative inspiration. The inspiration for this collage is a photo of a metal hinge on a temple door in Narita, Japan. We would like … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Luana

Every year seems to rush by faster than the last year, but in the end it is just more water under the bridge…. Each year is full of opportunities to make a fresh start: Birthdays, the First Day of Spring, … Continue reading →

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Test Run in the Studio, and Memorial

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Luana

If you haven't had time to check out our videos from Houston, be sure to have a look this week! We now have 6 videos from the quilt festival and IQA exhibits, and the latest one features Portrait and Figurative … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Inspiration

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Luana

I have just returned from 3 days in Aurora Illinois, at the BERNINA Ambassadors Reunion. First of all let me just say again that I am so honored and appreciative to be a part of this group. It brings together … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Japanese Quilts

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Luana

from the Dec 3 eQuilter newsletter: Tonight I am writing from Aurora Illinois, near Chicago. I am attending the Bernina Ambassador Reunion, networking with Bernina national teachers, authors and designers, having fun learning and playing on Bernina top-of-the-line machines. Lucky … Continue reading →

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