Monthly Archives: July 2015

Free Pattern – Fall Reflections

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Luana

This free quilt pattern brings back memories of Autumn days spent by the water, with brilliant foliage reflecting on a lake, blue skies and blue waters, distant silhouetted peaks, chilly nights and ….those last few beautiful sunny days of the … Continue reading →

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Design Trend Update

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Luana

One of the big trends in design is the influence of art and culture from Mexico. This is part of the reason why I just had to go down to the quilt festival in Mexico City earlier this year…to see … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Autumn Retreat

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern looks forward to the cooler days of the Autumn season, with a peaceful view of a colorful landscape. Gold and persimmon-colored leaves and a blue sky are reflected in gently rippling waters… and a … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Grapes and Iris

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Luana

One of the great joys of travel for a creative person, is to visit art museums and see works by the masters. One of the most beloved artists is Van Gogh, who often chose a still life for a subject. … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Big Trucks

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Luana

Everybody knows somebody who loves BIG TRUCKS! In today’s Free Twin-Size Quilt Pattern…. Dump Trucks, Cement Mixers, Forklifts, Cranes, Excavators, Pickup Trucks and Crew Vans are hard at work, in bold graphics and bright colors. This quilt becomes a playmat … Continue reading →

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Nuggets of Detail

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Luana

This week I attended a fundraiser for our local Colorado Music Festival, and found myself 2 seats away from this weekend’s guest artist Olga Kern, Van Cliburn Gold Medal winner. The topic of world travel came up, and I was … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Dinosaur Adventure

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Luana

As we head into this holiday weekend, we’d like to do a little time travel, back to the time of the Dinosaurs! This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern features realistic Dinosaurs that will excite “Jurassic” fans. …from the ‘Dinosaurs’ collection … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Bohemian Mashup

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Luana

Two weeks ago when I was in Vienna, I went to Budapest for a day. During some free time, I walked through the central market building and took photos of all the great arts and crafts. One of the things … Continue reading →

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