Author Archives: katyquilts

About katyquilts

I am a wife, mom of four amazing adult kids, and a former librarian. I love making everything from traditional quilts to art quilts. I am thankful to God my Father and Creator for the gift of creativity!

Amelia Brown’s Patchwork Quilt

Posted on June 14, 2021 by katyquilts

There is a quilt in the collection of the Museum of AppliedArts and Sciences in New South Wales, known as Amelia Brown’s Patchwork Quilt. Here it is: You can read about this amazing quilt here. A number of people I … Continue reading →

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A Little Finish on Sunday

Posted on June 13, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished up my little quilt and it fit perfectly on this little doll bed. I did use straight pins in the corners to keep it looking neat in the corners. I kept the quilting simple, but it really adds … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on June 12, 2021 by katyquilts

I got a present in the mail the other day. The mister and I are signed up for a motorcycle class in July! I can’t wait! My dad used to ride and back in the day, I’d ride with him. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday~ Kaleidoscope

Posted on June 11, 2021 by katyquilts

I had a blast making this quilt and I’m so excited to share it with you today! As a reminder, this is the fabric I started with from Fabric Wholesale Direct . This looks so complex, but it could not … Continue reading →

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A Little Scrappy Something

Posted on June 10, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve been doing a lot of “secret” sewing lately, things you will see eventually. But I needed a little break from that. I love these little hourglass blocks! I used this Accuquilt studio die. They have an equivalent die for … Continue reading →

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Lend and Borrow ~ A Fat Quarter Shop QAL

Posted on June 9, 2021 by katyquilts

Fat Quarter Shop just released their free Lend and Borrow pattern! You can find the tutorial here. Here is my version of the block. I used fabric from this line. I added narrow borders to my block and free motion … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up ~ Little Hexies

Posted on June 8, 2021 by katyquilts

My little English Paper Pieced Hexie quilt is done and dusted! I still have a few leftover basted hexies , but I’m putting them away for now. I love this fabric on the back. I kept the quilting simple, just … Continue reading →

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Kaleidoscope Quilt

Posted on June 7, 2021 by katyquilts

I have always been fascinated with kaleidoscopes. I have had an idea on how to make one for a long time and finally got around to it. I shared the African print fabrics I recently received from Fabric Wholesale Direct. … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 6, 2021 by katyquilts

I finally finished piecing this and appliqued it to a background piece. I cut out most of the backing behind the Hexies. I hope to get this basted and start hand quilting today. Have a good one!

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Happy Mail!

Posted on June 5, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve had a good run of happy mail lately, thanks to surprises from bloggy friends and orders I’ve placed. I was contacted by Joe from Fabric Wholesale Direct to see if I wanted to try out some of their fabric … Continue reading →

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