KatyQuilts

A trip across the street to visit our neighbors left me inspired! Yes, a quilter lives there. She has many beautiful quilts, but I was particularly intrigued by a wool appliqué project that she had done. And since I have some wool….

I had an idea for a good sized wall quilt, but then I came to my senses. This little gingham dog die from AccuQuilt seemed like a more reasonable place to start.

Here is the die info.

I decided to make a little homage to my Sweet Willy Boy.

Then I thought I might as well make one for Harry too.

I don’t know where to go from here. So I’m off to YouTube to find out.

Have a great day!

I’ve hemmed and hawed about getting another dog for months. The problem was, every where I went, I was looking for Willy. I miss him still so very much. I still cry sometimes. There will never be another dog like him.

A couple weeks ago, we went to a dog adoption event to see a dog named Jacks. He was already adopted when we got there. But this big puffball was there. Actually, he’s only 12 pounds, but he has a lot of hair!

Here is his photo from the rescue web site. He really does have eyes. Somewhere.

Next thing I knew, we were signing papers.

The rescue says he is a one and a half year old schnoodle (poodle/schnauzer mix). He was found roaming the streets of Yuma.

Brings new meaning to getting on the furniture.

We all have a bit of adjustment to do. He is a smart one. He already has the doggie door figured out and will sit for treats. He walks well on a leash and sleeps all night in the crate. He’s never had an accident in the house.

We need to work on resource guarding. And he doesn’t appear to be amenable to grooming. We are going to start working with a trainer. He’s a sweetheart, but he did come with a bit of emotional baggage.

Winslow isn’t too sure about him yet, but he and Gracie are quickly becoming the best of friends.

He will never replace my Sweet Willy Boy, but I love him already.

Welcome home, Harry.

I finally have all the “twosies” for this project done.

Now I’m on to making blocks!

These blocks are pretty big, finishing at 16.”

Have a great day!

Sewing this week has mostly been about hemming curtains.

I finished the first puzzle in quite a while.

The saguaros are blooming!

I found this recipe and Mr. Wonderful made it for me. So good. It was pure comfort food.

These fly over my house several times a day. I love it!

Have a great day!

I’ve made a wee bit of progress on this.

After I got it to the stage shown above, I decided to look through my panels to see what else I might add. I found some interesting bits.

I really like the eagles on the edges of this panel.

Hmm….

I guess I need to think a bit here.

Have a great day!

How about a throwback post from ten years ago? How can it possibly be that long since I made this? 😆 Enjoy!

Finsh It Up Friday ~ Dear Betty

Posted on May 27, 2016 by katyquilts

It all started with this Christmas gift from Daughter #1.

I immediately loved it, but it took me a while to find the perfect pattern for it. I finally settled on this traditional Rolling Star pattern.

These blocks are a whopping 18 inches finished.  I wanted the fabrics to really shine here.

I need a good place to hang a big quilt for pictures!

I used my pattern boards to quilt this with a Baptist Fan design. Here is the backing, it is part of a duvet cover I found on clearance. The pattern and color were perfect!

I just love the texture that the quilting gives.

I used Superior Mono-poly thread on top and white magna Glide Classic in the bobbin. It is currently living in my guest room.

 Sorry for the picture overload, but I love this texture!

I love leaving the door open and walking by this room.

I didn’t end up using all the fabrics in that bundle, so another quilt from this will be coming somewhere down the road.

Part of the reason I haven’t had much to share, is that I’ve been spending a lot of time playing with rocks. Here is some petrified wood and jasper.

I spend a lot of time cutting thin slices called slabs. some of these were purchased at an estate sale and some I found myself.

Then I use stencils to draw shapes.

Drilling holes takes FOREVER.

After polishing, I get these.

Add some cords and I have pendants.

I’ve also been making crosses to give away. These are a good size to carry in your pocket.

They are a bit tricky to make. Sometimes I’m almost done cutting one out and it breaks.

Some just get polished.

I put them in bowls or baskets and people like to sift through them when they visit.

Have a great day!

Here are the last of the little quilts I have stored in my little French cabinets. I hope you’ve enjoyed this little trip down memory lane. I have.

This little basket quilt I received in a swap.

Have a great day!

I have more little quilts to share with you! Enjoy!

This next quilt was received in a swap.

The photo above and below are front and back of the same small quilt.

This next one was made for me by my dear friend, Zenia.

The mister bought this little one at an antique fair for me.

Have a great day!