About Our Company
We have an eclectic selection of over 600 quilt patterns that focus on a variety of subjects. These include angels, bunnies, hearts, insects, geckos, flowers, mountains, wilderness, sea life and snow folk. We have Christmas quilt patterns with bells, candles, candy canes, elves, poinsettias, ornaments, trees, tree skirts and nativity scenes. Our Japanese/Asian quilt patterns include images of kimonos, kites, fans and lanterns.
We have jelly roll friendly patterns, fat quarter patterns and pieced and appliqued patterns.
We also sell the finished quilt samples. unique art quilts and quilt kits.
We have jelly roll friendly patterns, fat quarter patterns and pieced and appliqued patterns.
We also sell the finished quilt samples. unique art quilts and quilt kits.
Our Name
Castilleja (ka_steel_ya) is the Latin name for the Indian Paintbrush flower. These flowers are found in the Canadian Rocky Mountains and bloom in late July and August. The color of these flowers varies from a greenish white, to red, fuchsia and magenta. The name Castilleja reflects the combination of colors and fabrics in our work.
About the Artists
Castilleja Cotton is a family business with 3 artists: Diane McGregor, her husband Don McGregor and her sister Colleen Kennedy. Each of these artists brings a unique perspective to our designs. Diane has had extensive experience in the computer systems field and translates all of the design into her computer for printing. Colleen has a background in early education and works to make the instruction easy to understand. Don has a background in photography and many of his photos have been used for designs by all 3 of the artists.
Donations - Castilleja Cotton gives back
Since 2002, Castilleja Cotton has also donated $12, 800 in quilts to various group such as The Quilt Project (breast cancer support), schools, music programs, weather disasters, diabetes association and women in need groups. As well, Castilleja Cotton has donated $14,000 in patterns to various quilt groups for retreats, shop hop and shows.
Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts chats with Diane McGregor of Castilleja Cotton about her quilting designs and passion for art quilts.