Category Archives: Design

Creative Nudge – Mardi Gras Quilt from Quilt Canada

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Luana

We have a new Free Shipping Policy up now, just in time for the Summer Solstice this week! Just order $100 or more, and you get free USA Shipping, or half price International Shipping by our most economical shipping method. … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – For the Love of Morris

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Luana

I've had a crush on William Morris since I was a girl, but it took a long time for me to realize who he was and what his designs were all about. In the early 90's I took a trip … Continue reading →

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Quilt Market Preview – Part 2

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Luana

Last weekend we attended Quilt Market, and placed our orders for the next several months. Here is Part 2 of our Quilt Market preview. These are some of our favorite collections – which will be arriving here at eQuilter through … Continue reading →

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eQuilter Exclusive Free Pattern – Lights Champagne Action!

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Luana

If you've been to Las Vegas, you know that it is a crazy heart-pounding combination of Hollywood glitz, James Bond style, and champagne dreams. The flashy bright lights, the irresistible people-watching, & the Bigger-Than-Life interior & exterior decor, all add … Continue reading →

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eQuilter Free Pattern – Stars of Lumina

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Luana

This week's Free Pattern Design is an eQuilter exclusive, created especially to show off the stunning Lumina collection by Peggy Toole. Lush feathers, faceted jewel images, flowing ribbons in a large scale panel, a Venetian glass mosaic, and glistening gold … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Narita Temple

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Luana

Our creative inspirations are often serendipitous – a combinations of motifs or colors that catches our eye by chance. Sometimes, when we are really lucky, we are inspired by the work of another artist whose work points us in a … Continue reading →

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eQuilter Free Pattern – Cat and Dog Lovers

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Luana

Quilters LOVE their pets, and the quantity of dog and cat fabrics that we ship out the door is evidence of that ongoing Furry Lovefest! This week's eQuilter Free Pattern is based on either a Dog panel or a Cat … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Spike It Up

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Luana

I am writing to you from Las Vegas, where I am attending a fashion trade show, checking out the textile trends for 2015! This week I am sharing some color inspiration with you from the Tokyo Quilt Festival. This is … Continue reading →

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Scandinavian Influences

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Luana

Sophie and I finally got out to see the movie "Frozen" this weekend, and I was so charged up by the beautiful winter imagery. Of course I realize that many of you are buried in snow and ice and might … Continue reading →

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eQuilter Free Pattern – Winter Olympics

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Luana

As the world comes together in peaceful competition at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia…eQuilter brings you this Olympic Commemorative Quilt Pattern, featuring the "Winter Olympics" collection from Quilting Treasures. Our latest free pattern features the main design "Tribute … Continue reading →

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