Cindy Erickson started her career as an interior designer in Arizona and Utah, then specialized in creating applique wallhangings and clothing for boutiques.  Since being introduced to the rotary cutter and half-square triangle she’s been unstoppable. Cindy makes commission quilts and samples for various international companies and individuals (including RJR and P&B). She is an NQA certified Quilt Judge and teaches quilting and clothing specialty classes at Bernina Sewing Center in Omaha as well as lecturing and classes around the country. She is qualified to judge Master Quilts, Modern and art quilts of all techniques. She specializes in teaching rotary and sewing machine skills in all aspects of quiltmaking to all skill levels. “Professional Quilter Magazine” nominated her for National Teacher of the Year in 2009. She has been published in Quiltmaker, Fons and Porters magazine and Leisure Arts publications.  Cindy designed some books and patterns with Jo Morton. One of the patterns was on the cover of Keepsake Quilting catalog.  Cindy’s quilts have been shown in AQS, Houston, PIQS and NQA. www.cindyerickson.com

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