About - Quiltmaking

Though born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Elly's persona is less Baltimore Album and more Crazy Quilt. Since 1978, she has worked as a needlework and crafts editor, author, and book producer, with quilting as a specialty. Her most recent books include Unforgettable TOTE BAGS: 20 designs too cool to leave in your car, and Skinny Quilts & Table Runners II, the sequel to the best-selling collection. All of these books feature the signature styles of top quilt designers, as well as Elly’s own designs. Previously, Elly produced eight volumes of the Rodale’s Successful Quilting Library series, authored Great Little Quilts, Country Living's Country Quilts, and American Quiltmaking: 1970-2000, among many other books and magazines. Coming out in April, 2012: Quilt Blocks Go Wild! 10 fun and funky projects by celebrity quilters and yours truly! I'm currently giving sneak previews...

Lucky to have learned from the experts while she edits their books and chapters, Elly enjoys creating quilts and quilted accessories that are eclectic and eccentric. Sharing her exciting collection of antique, vintage, and art quilts, she loves getting beginning and experienced quilters to s-t-r-e-t-c-h, to try something new, and to push the envelope--at least a little!

Home is now Center City Philadelphia, where she lives with her husband and their cockatiel, Spike. Son Sam has left the nest and is busy saving the planet, but still inspires his mom to quilt "green."