Author Archives: Denise Starck

About Denise Starck

I am the Graphic Designer for Quiltmaker. I really love what I do and being able to combine my two passions, graphic design and quilting, into every day is fantastic! I've been quilting for over 14 years and enjoy all types of quilting.

100 Blocks Volume 4: Hat’s Off

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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Treasure Hunt Sponsor: Handi Quilter

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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Colorado Capitol Quilt Show

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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Italian Inspiration

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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Summer Secret Window, Part 2

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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QM Facebook Fun

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Denise Starck

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 →

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100 Blocks Volume 3: In the Bag

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Denise Starck

I can’t believe Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Vol. 3 is almost here! You will just LOVE the variety of blocks that appear in this issue. There are several that I want to make. Many of you may remember my block from … Continue reading →

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Secret Window Summer Version

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Denise Starck

Have you started your mystery quilt?! Part 1 of the Debbie Caffrey mystery, Secret Window, has just been revealed in our May/June ’11 issue and there is still time to join our online quilt-along over at Quilter’s Club of America. … Continue reading →

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Patch Pals Border Swap

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Denise Starck

When we introduced the Patch Pals Collection in our Jan/Feb ’11 issue, we wanted these playful characters to be easy-to-piece and simply made from squares and a few triangles. The crib quilts in this collection are all the same size … Continue reading →

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Retreat Recap

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Denise Starck

Last week Diane blogged about her dilemma of what to bring on a quilt retreat. Me, I never have a problem deciding what to bring – it’s more what NOT to bring so I don’t overload the car! Let me … Continue reading →

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