Monthly Archives: May 2016

Free Pattern – Animal Spirits

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Luana

Now is the time to snap up your ‘Animal Spirits’ eQuilter Exclusive free pattern, which combines two of our favorite panels: Pacific Northwest Animal Guides and Beloved Marine Animals. Each animal is intricately detailed with colorful and majestic Northwood totem … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Hello from Cuba!

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Luana

I am writing to you from the historic Hotel Nacional in Havana Cuba, where I am spending my 3rd day with my intrepid group of travelers. Tonight after dinner I thought I was going to bed, when I heard a … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Northern Lights

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Luana

This week’s free eQuilter pattern features our remarkable Polar Bear panel with a radiant Aurora Borealis backdrop. Snuggle up with your 50″ x 56″ Northern Lights / Polar Bear lap quilt, and you’ll be the envy of nature lovers everywhere! … Continue reading →

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Giving From the Heart

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Luana

Tonight I am writing to you from my hotel in Miami, as I wait to meet my fellow travelers who are arriving from all over the country. Tomorrow we will fly on a charter plane to Havana Cuba, to be … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Forever Roses

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Luana

Celebrate Mother’s Day with this exquisitely detailed Roses quilt pattern, featuring our ‘Prized Bloom Roses’ digitally printed panel. Nothing says ‘I Love You’ like Roses, and this vibrant and richly hued Roses collection is sure to be cherished and adored. … Continue reading →

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Creative Nudge – Giving Permission….to Follow Your Heart

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Luana

Mothers Day is just around the corner, and I am sure many of you feel a strong connection to your mothers and grandmothers when you quilt or sew. My mom is not a quilter, but she was always supportive of … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern – Moon Over Waterfall

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Luana

In our busy lives, often we turn to quilting to provide a sense of peace and calm. This week’s Free Quilt Pattern will extend that peaceful ambiance to any room where it hangs, bringing a meditative focus and soothing colors. … Continue reading →

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Opera Rehearsal and Design Wall

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Luana

In my eternal quest for creative inspiration, today I managed to get myself invited to a closed technical rehearsal for the Colorado Opera’s ‘Scarlet Letter’ which is having its world premier in Denver in a week. I’ll be in Cuba … Continue reading →

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