Author Archives: Denise Starck
100 Blocks Volume 5: Triangle Tracks
I decided my ensemble was complete with the design of my last block, Hat’s Off, which appeared in 100 Blocks, Volume 4. It was time for something new for Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks, Volume 5 and I decided a pieced block … Continue reading
Get Out of the Box, Beyond the Block
I haven’t taken a quilting class in a long time (mostly due to lack of time!), however, when I saw that my local state guild, Colorado Quilting Council, was hosting Jean Wells for a lecture and workshop, I signed up … Continue reading
Growing a Garden…
…Quiltmaker’s Garden that is! In our March/April ’12 issue on newsstands and at quiltandsewshop.com now, we unveiled our 30th anniversary quilt. It’s a beauty and we just love it! QM’s editor-in-chief, June Dudley wanted something special to commemorate this milestone, … Continue reading
It’s Sew LEGO®
I’m sure many of you have heard about Pinterest and wasted whiled away many an hour perusing the ideas and inspiration out there. Quiltmaker has it’s own set of Pinterest boards that you can check out to see what inspires … Continue reading
100 Blocks Volume 4: Hat’s Off
You know how some people are “hat people”? You know, those people who look really cute in casual ball caps, fancy Easter hats or some other stylish hat? Not me. I’ve never been able to pull off wearing a hat … Continue reading
Treasure Hunt Sponsor: Handi Quilter
Each day in October we’ll feature one industry sponsor who is partnering with us for Quiltmaker’s Treasure Hunt. You’ll find all the details on our Treasure Hunt page. Today’s featured Treasure Hunt sponsor is Handi Quilter. Handi Quilter is the … Continue reading
Colorado Capitol Quilt Show
Here in Colorado, our statewide guild, Colorado Quilting Council, sponsors an exhibit at the state capitol in odd-numbered years; a tradition that began in 1989. This exhibit is a showcase for Colorado quilters and quilts. It is a spectacular sight … Continue reading
Italian Inspiration
I recently spent 2 weeks in Northern Italy with my family and my parents. We flew into Milan and spent time in Varese (near Lake Maggiore), Venice, Maranello (at the Ferrari museum), Lucca, Pisa, and Florence. Yes I know, you … Continue reading
Summer Secret Window, Part 2
Now that summer has officially arrived here in the U.S., I am really feeling my Summer version of Debbie Caffrey’s Secret Window mystery quilt! This Simple Pleasures collection by Debbie Beaves for RJR Fabrics is just so refreshing and I’m … Continue reading
QM Facebook Fun
Social media, such as Facebook, has really become a huge part of how society interacts with one another. We reconnect with old friends, stay in touch with family, support favorite causes or follow companies that we like. Here at Quiltmaker, … Continue reading
