Category Archives: Creativity

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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The Gift of Time

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Luana

from the Nov 22 eQuilter newsletter: Every year I am shocked when the holidays are upon us. How is it possible that we've arrived at Thanksgiving Week again? It is a constant reminder that the years slip by faster and … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Salsa Rainbow

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Luana

from Nov 19 eQuilter newsletter: This weekend while at the Color Marketing Group's international conference in Orlando, I was enjoying the colorful Cuban, Mexican, and other Latino influences… the colors, the food and the music! If you like to watch … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Wild Horses

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Luana

When I was a girl, I was a horse doodler. I would draw horses all day long…. in class, at home… was totally horse crazy. For my 12th Christmas I got an oil painting set and my first painting was … 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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Every Day is a Gift

Posted on September 20, 2014 by Luana

The opulence of Beau Monde has arrived! This 23-piece group was a favorite at Quilt Market. And you can download the 'Art Deco' Free Pattern to match. _______________________________________________ Today I am writing to you from New York, as I prepare … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Christmas Critters

Posted on September 20, 2014 by Luana

Some of our favorite holiday designs are the ones depicting pets or wildlife in the Christmas spirit. We love to share the holidays with our beloved pets, and it is so special to see wildlife in the snow on Christmas … Continue reading →

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Happy Labor Day!

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Luana

This week we have a new video on how to mix batiks with large scale tropical floral prints. We hope it will give you some ideas about what to do with those gorgeous big flowers that are still folded up … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – For the Love of Paper

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Luana

It seems like the more we delve into possibilities and expressions of the Digital Age, the more we begin to treasure and collect more tangible objects from a previous age… the Paper Age. I started collecting antique books over 30 … Continue reading →

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