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!

What have I done?

Winslow Gracie Penny Wait, what? Yes, that is a new face. My pretty, little, copper Penny. Mister Wonderful knows what a tough summer this has been. Losing Harry was hard. When I held this sweet four pound girl, I fell … Continue reading

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This and That

My recent haul from Goodwill. How can I pass up Anna Maria Horner, Denise Schmidt etc? Our weather lately. This is so me. I always think the best part of going anywhere, is coming home. This is our Gracie. 🤣 … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Flagstaff

I decided to call this small quilt Flagstaff. One of the things I love about Arizona, is the varied terrain and climate. This reminded me of the pine forests up north. Instead of binding, I faced this quilt. I have … Continue reading

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Throwback Thursday ~ Calamity Jane

I’ve been thinking about this quilt lately. I’m not even sure where it is! So I thought I’d share it again. Enjoy! Finish It Up Friday ~ Calamity Jane! Posted on January 1, 2016 by katyquilts I finished her off!   It is with great … Continue reading

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Progress

I decided to move ahead, even though my palette is rather boring. I have enough blocks cut out for a wheel chair quilt. I decided to go with the higher contrast fabric. They started is half done. 😊 Have a … Continue reading

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GO! Irish Chain

I’ve had this die for a while. I think it’s high time I try it out! This little bundle would make a nice donation quilt for a guy. I thought I’d use Kona Stone for the background. But maybe this … Continue reading

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Tree’s Up Progress

I shared a while back that my local quilt group was doing a Christmas in July project. This was where I was at after our first work day. At the next work day, we sewed blocks. And now my little … Continue reading

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Rock Show Spoils

Mister Wonderful took me to my first gem and mineral show up in Prescott last weekend. As you can see, I got into a bit of trouble. The finished pieces I saw there were incredible, but I went looking for … Continue reading

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This and That

I’m thinking about doing something with this orphan piece. I don’t know what, just thinking. My current read is this cozy mystery. It is mindless reading, perfect for when you can’t sleep. I made this with one of my grandsons. … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday

My little quilt is done. I wasn’t happy with the quilting and the fabric was pretty discolored. I didn’t even notice that big dark spot on the back until it was done. So I soaked it and washed it and … Continue reading

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