Category Archives: Quilts

I’ve Got a Notion….

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Luana

Bet you didn’t know that I worked as a personal shopper to the rich and famous in Beverly Hills, to put myself through design school in Los Angeles. Yes, I was a specialty sales person at Joseph Magnin, first in … Continue reading →

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Year of the Dragon

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Luana

Chinese New Year has been a special holiday in our house for a long time – because our daughter was adopted from China – and I used to live in Hong Kong. Paul’s family lived in Hawaii and we often … Continue reading →

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Happy February!

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Luana

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, perhaps you are whipping up a crafty confection this week for the object of your affections. Sometimes an embellished stitched handmade card is most appreciated by a significant other. However, if you wish … Continue reading →

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From Palm Springs to Paradise

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Luana

Friday night I was delighted to attend the opening reception of the Biennial Men’s Exhibit at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum (RMQM) in Golden. I had to go back on Monday to photograph the show, because the party was so … Continue reading →

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Out and About

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Luana

With our sub-zero storm in the rearview mirror, I got out for a couple fun activities in the last 24 hours. Friday night was the opening reception of the Men’s Quilt exhibit at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum in Golden. … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Patriotic Watercolor

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Luana

As you make your plans for the New Year, start this patriotic quilt project for 2024 national holidays, and Quilts of Valor gifts. To make this 64″ x 81″ exclusive quilt design, you will start with the gorgeous 24″ x … Continue reading →

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As the Clock Ticks Down to Midnight…..

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Luana

My Inbox is full of emails reviewing what happened in 2023. It is interesting to review some of those lists, but for many of us 2023 was a difficult year. I am always excited to start a New Year, but … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Kaleidoscope Garden

Posted on December 28, 2023 by Luana

This quick-and-easy Free Quilt Pattern is a riot of color, set off by borders of crisp Black and White Gingham Checks. Summer blossoms are exploding off the white background, giving the illusion of a lush 3-D garden in bright sunlight. … Continue reading →

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As 2023 Winds Down….

Posted on December 27, 2023 by Luana

Happy Kwanzaa! Over the next few days, for those of you placing orders over $100…besides Free Shipping, we will include the Year-End “Good News” Newsletter booklet from Mission of Love. (As quantities last.) We have partnered with Mission of Love … Continue reading →

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Free Quilt Pattern – Polar Paisley Party

Posted on December 24, 2023 by Luana

While you eat your Christmas Eve pudding by the crackling fire, singing carols and wrapping those last few gifts…way up North the polar bears are happy and fat, celebrating their favorite time of year out on the ice. Tonight’s Free … Continue reading →

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