The Art

My name is Darlene DeVries and I have been quilting for the past 24 years. My very first quilt was cut, sewn and quilted all by hand. I have come along way since then. My first longarm quilt machine was purchased in 1999 and I updated to a newer and better longarm in 2001. The Proto Stitch Wizard is a wonderful longarm full service hand guided quilt machine. The history, as well as the future of the art of quilt making is near and dear to my heart. I have learned so much from quiltmakers of the past and the present. I hope to pass along the knowledge that I have learned to others. With each quilt I do I bring my talents, creativity and experience to make your quilt a true 'Quilted Treasure'

My Goal

My   goal is for the quilting to  the enhance your work…not to overwhelm it. I want to give you creative assistance in selecting the design or style that will blend with your project.  I try to work very closely with the quilt maker so you will have a quilt that will last for generations to come.

Your goal

You may be looking for  award winning quilt detail.  I can help.  You may want to just 'get the thing done!' I can do this too.  You might need a simple, inexpensive finish.       You might have a special heirloom that screams for exquisite detail.  I am here to help with your goals, both design and budget.  Rest assured that my studio is a smokefree/pet free zone.  This is my business and I love it!

My Community

I am part of the rural community  of Wheatfield, Indiana.  My husband Dave and I farm here and have raised our family here.  I  wirte for the local newspaper, as well as a teach quilting throughout the year.  Our local group of women is very active in Quilts For Wounded Soldier's.    This is a national effort among various quilting groups to provide handmade quilts of comfort and love to soldiers who have been hurt .  We want to honor those  who have sacrificed so much for all of us as a nation.