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    Inspiration

    Looking for new inspiration to motivate you out of a creative rut? Look for lots of inspirational ideas in these posts!

    • The Marais
      Quilt + Design Inspiration In Paris, Marais Neighborhood
    • How to find your creative spark with Samantha of Aqua Paisley
      Sparking your Creativity - with Samantha of Aqua Paisley Studio
    • Hurrah for the Red, White, and Blue!
    • Quilt design inspiration in London Museums
    • Gratitude Quilt
    • Kansas City Quilt Market part 1
    • This year's crop of Union Jack quilt blocks
    • Ready for Christmas Projects?
    • Vintage-inspired red and white suns quilt
      Sage Advice from a Seasoned Quilter
    • Living in the moment
    • Field Trip Friday: Jonathan Adler store and quilt inspiration
    • More Denyse Schmidt inspiration
    • Turquoise for me and turquoise for you
    • Retreating
    • Deeper perspective - loss of a dear friend
    • What I learned from Heather Bailey
    • I love Nie!
    • A happy little field trip
    • thank goodness for reconciliation

    My name is Amy Smart and I'm a quilter, pattern and fabric designer, wife & mom. Excited to have you here!

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