Monthly Archives: April 2016

Free Pattern – Sewing Seeds

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Luana

This week we continue our Spring theme, for those who are planning their vegetable gardens and planting seeds! We just adore Janet’s smiling veggie illustrations in this Red, Black and Cream color theme. You’ll zip through this 31″ x 48″ … Continue reading →

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Geneva, Nepal & Guatemala

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Luana

This week I had quite a thrill – the US Mission to the Geneva UN posted a video interview about my quilt “Rocky Mountain Poison” in the exhibit there. Also, the exhibit has been extended twice – now through April … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Wildlife Majesty

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Luana

This week’s exclusive eQuilter Free Pattern features the incredible wildlife illustrations by designer Jody Bergsma, who has been one of our favorite artists for a long time! In this 62″ x 80″ quilt design, Jody’s artwork manages to capture the … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Hexy Inspiration

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Luana

So far this year I’ve been to quilt shows in Tokyo, Mexico, California and Switzerland! My photo files for 2016 are full of goodies, so each week I’ll try to dip into my Photo Vault to give you another quilt … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Batter Up

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Luana

There’s nothing that says “Spring” to a baseball fan, like the Ump yelling “Batter up!” on Opening Day of the season! This Free Quilt Pattern features a main panel that brings a rush of smells, sounds and images….you can hear … Continue reading →

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My Centenarian Friend

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Luana

I’ve just come home from a 100th birthday party for an old friend of the family! Eleanor Flanders was a mentor to me as a young woman, and an inspiration as a community leader who was always working to improve … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Chromazone

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Luana

Paula Nadelstern fans, rejoice! This week’s eQuilter Exclusive free pattern combines Paula’s ‘Dragon Medallions’ with her ‘Vox Stripes’ into a Kaleidoscope of color and ornate symmetry. Sure to brighten your favorite living space, this 61″ x 61″ quilt dances with … Continue reading →

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