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Hi friend! I'm Maude
I'm the quilt designer, author, and fabric designer behind The Retro Quilter.
I make retro-inspired quilts with bold colour, playful shapes, and plenty of personality - and I believe quilting should be just as much about having fun as it is about getting it “right.”
If you love a little nostalgia, a lot of colour, and making things your own, you're in the right place.
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What I’m Really About
I believe creativity should feel grounding, not overwhelming.
I believe there's no single right way to make a quilt.
And I believe the best quilts have a little bit of the person who made them stitched into every part.
I'm drawn to colour, pattern, vintage inspiration, unexpected combinations, and designs that make you stop and look twice.
Mostly, I want to make things that make you want to make things.
Where It Started
I've been making things for as long as I can remember, inspired by my Grandma, my dad, and a house full of creativity, colour, and character.
Quilting became my medium, but I was never particularly interested in doing things the “proper” way.
I was drawn to bold design, retro influence, and the freedom to follow my own instincts. Over time, that became a big part of how I design: start with a good idea, trust your eye, and leave room for a little experimentation.
That instinct eventually grew into The Retro Quilter.
The Retro Quilter Today
These days, my creative work includes:
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Quilt Patterns
Retro-inspired quilt patterns designed to be approachable, fun to make, and full of personality.
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Books
I'm the author of Retro Quilts, a collection of quilts inspired by the colours, shapes, and spirit of the past.
Fabric
My debut fabric collection, Flower Power Forever, brings my love of retro colour and pattern to the fabric shop.
Trunk Shows & Workshops
I love sharing the stories behind my quilts and creative process with quilting guilds and maker communities, both online and in person.
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At the heart of all of it is the same thing: making.
You’ll probably connect with my work if:
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Progress over perfection.
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Creativity with personality.
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Colour that makes you happy.
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Making things your own.
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Trying something just because you're curious.
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And remembering that quilting is supposed to be fun.
A Few Things I Stand For:
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You love quilts with personality.
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You'd rather trust your own taste than follow every trend.
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You appreciate a little nostalgia but don't want to live in the past.
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You believe there's always room to try something differently.
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And you want your quilting to feel like you.
If You’re New Here
Welcome. I'm glad you're here.
Start wherever you're feeling curious:
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Contact about Trunk Shows/Workshops
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Or just have a wander around. There's plenty of quilting to discover.