Category Archives: Quilts

Free Pattern – Sunflower Fields

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern invites you to wade into a gorgeous Sunflower garden! Large golden flowers are set in a green Hoffman hand-dye trellis, with fields of big golden flowers in the background. This 51″ x 51″ square … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Global Red and White

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Luana

A week ago I returned from my trip to the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham England. There are many trends to talk about, so I will continue to post photos and trend comments for a few weeks. The 2011 Red … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Mosaic Plume

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Luana

There are so many things to love about this week’s gorgeous Free Quilt Pattern….where do we start?!? The central Peacock Panel looks like an intricate tile mosaic, with stylized feathers, flowers and delicate foliage. The glowing effect of the inner … Continue reading →

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European Trends

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Luana

Our youngest child Sophie started high school (9th grade) on Thursday, and Sam starts his sophomore year in college on Monday. Those of you who have followed our family’s story over the years, will feel the same sense of shock … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Leopard Life

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Luana

Your Free eQuilter Pattern this week celebrates Leopards and their cubs in a graceful and dynamic quilt layout. These beloved wild cats are illustrated with life-like realism and are surrounded by blocks of flora and greenery, bordered by their extraordinary … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Africa Rising

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Luana

Last night I arrived home, after spending the weekend at the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham UK. This is the biggest quilt festival in Europe and it is great to see all the European and UK flavors of creativity as … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – My Rose Garden

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Luana

Your Free eQuilter Pattern this week features breathtaking Summer Garden Roses from Elizabeth’s Studio, digital printed with exquisite detail, framed by an exquisite, white tonal background and set against delicate rose hand dyes. The sunny, sun-drenched colors of summer come … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Outdoor Adventures

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Luana

Here’s a snuggly, outdoor themed quilt that will keep you warm while reminiscing about your favorite camping adventures! This week’s Free Quilt Pattern is a celebration of all things outdoors for your favorite traveler or wilderness explorer. Filled with adorable … Continue reading →

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Making and Breaking Rules

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Luana

This week I am writing to you from the Quilt House – the International Quilt Study Center & Museum in Lincoln Nebraska. Sophie and I drove 8 hours yesterday so we could be here today for a panel discussion about … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Holiday Flourish Angel

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Luana

Your free exclusive eQuilter pattern features Peggy Toole’s wonderfully detailed Angel Panel, surrounded by festive Holiday ornaments and rich metallic coordinates. The graceful Angel’s music announces the coming holiday with wishes of Joy and Peace. Share her Holiday spirit with … Continue reading →

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