Monthly Archives: March 2016

Daylight Savings

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Luana

A reminder that this weekend is the start of Daylight Savings in most of the US states. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead by one hour! Many of us have a hard time losing that hour of sleep and … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – African Sunset

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Luana

For those of us who have a connection to the continent of Africa – through heritage or an amazing travel experience – this wildly popular collection just takes our breath away! These gorgeous ladies are wrapped in African print designs … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Houses and Neighborhoods

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Luana

Larger trends in Home Dec, Graphic Design and Fashion often make their way to the quilt fabric designs in our industry, and also to the quilts themselves. This image collage features a House-themed detail from a Japanese quilt, as seen … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Simply Daisy

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Luana

This week’s Free Quilt Pattern is a charming floral patchwork…. we call it Traditional-with-a-Twist! Blue and Orange is a hot color trend, but this 60″ x 69″ quilt design uses sherbet-hued Gerbera Daisies on a powder blue filigree backdrop. Soft … Continue reading →

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New Fabric Collection for SAQA

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Luana

The Golden Hour – Call for Entries Attention SAQA members and aspiring Fabric Designers! After the success of the collaborative Urban Textures fundraiser collection with SAQA and Andover Fabrics, we are launching another fundraising design project – The Golden Hour! … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Garden Melodies

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Luana

Pastel blossoms and colorful detailed birds bring a special Springtime feeling in  this week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern. Bob Giordano is another one of our favorite artists – his wildlife and pet illustrations have graced thousands of yards of gorgeous … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Frida’s Studio

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Luana

After attending the Patchwork Expo in Mexico City Friday and Saturday, I joined a group of enthusiastic quilters for a canal cruise, and a visit to Frida Kahlo’s ‘Blue House’ Museum. You may recall that I visited her house a … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Paloma Birds

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Luana

Get ready for Springtime with this beautiful 50″ x 50 Free Quilt Pattern! Detailed bird illustrations are framed in printed lace…a delight for Bird-Watchers and Audubon members, with a charming vintage twist. The main bird panel includes the American Robin, … Continue reading →

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