Welcome to the gallery showcasing the stunning quilts and ongoing projects of Aleta, a seasoned quilting expert with over 30 years of experience. Aleta’s passion for the art of quilting is evident in the intricate designs, vibrant colors, and exceptional craftsmanship that she brings to every piece.
“My First Quilt” I made this quilt when I was around 8 years old using cardboard templates and my mother’s clothing scraps.“The Corn Quilt” – original design, quilted by me. Made for my daughter for her college graduation.Quilting Detail of “The Corn Quilt”Quilting Detail of “The Corn Quilt”“Stitch Happens” pattern by Kelli Fannin. Quilted by me. Won a special award at the Iowa State Fair. Quilting Detail of “Stitch Happens”Quilting Detail of “Stitch Happens”“Tropical Sunrise” Pattern – Dinnerplate Dahlia by Judy Niemeyer, freehand quilted by me. Semi-finalist at the AQS Paducah Show 2026. 1st place special pieced at the DMAQG Show 2025.“Tropical Sunrise”“Tropical Sunrise” quilted detail“Tropical Sunrise” quilted detail“Tropical Sunrise” quilted detail“Cabins on the Seashore” “Antelope Canyon” Pattern by Laurie Shifrin, quilted by me“Antelope Canyon” quilting detail“Antelope Canyon” quilting detail“Icy Stars” original pattern, quilted by me. Received prize“Icy Stars” quilting detail“Icy Stars” quilting detailBlock Contest at the Iowa State Fair“Alaska” pattern by Laundry Basket Quilts, quilted by me. Semi-finalist at AQS Paducah Quilt show 2024. Received 1st place in piecing at the DMAQG show“Alaska” quilting detail“Emperor’s Wheel” pattern by Chris Jurd, quilted by me. Received third place in pieced at DMAQG show.“Wanderer’s Wife” pattern my Jen Kingwell“Wanderer’s Wife” quilting detail“Wanderer’s Wife” quilting detail“Garden Party” pattern by Bonnie Hunter, quilted by me.“Mineral Spirits” – original design, quilted by me. Made from scraps from a limited color palate “California” 2020 mystery quilt designed by Laundry Basket Quilts. Quilted by me.
Aleta Quilts 