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!

Shakespeare

Posted on September 23, 2023 by katyquilts

Here are my favorites from the Shakespeare exhibition at the AQS show. So much creativity. Enjoy! Have a great day!

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Pen Pals

Posted on September 22, 2023 by katyquilts

It’s done! I’m smitten with this quilt for so many reasons. It’s big and has 8,000 pieces in the top. It finished at 80” by 100”. It’s as scrappy as can be! These blocks must have taken ages, but I … Continue reading →

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Sustainability Challenge

Posted on September 21, 2023 by katyquilts

Studio Art Quilt Associates had a special exhibit at the AQS show called the Sustainability Challenge. Here are my favorite quilts from that exhibit. Have a great day!

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Postage Stamp Progress

Posted on September 20, 2023 by katyquilts

I’ve dithered about long enough on this project! I decided it was tim3 to just sew it together. You’ll notice I ended up skipping the sashing. I noticed this little bit while quilting. These blocks were made by a friend … Continue reading →

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Beyond Reason and AQ Lounge

Posted on September 19, 2023 by katyquilts

I’m back! I think I’m caught up on sleep and my laundry is nearly done. So it’s time to share a bit about the Grand Rapids AQS show. First off, this won Best Original Design and it was well deserved! … Continue reading →

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Scrappy Star Progress

Posted on September 18, 2023 by katyquilts

I will be sharing photos from the show soon, but today I’m in recovery mode. I have managed a few more blocks for the scrappy stars SAL. The original antique crib quilt had 20 stars set on point. Only four … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching ~ Is It Done Yet?

Posted on September 17, 2023 by katyquilts

Ta daaaaa!!! It’s finally all in one piece and pressed. I love it, but I am tired of working on it. This next photo shows what it looks like on a 45 degree angle. And here is a peek at … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on September 16, 2023 by katyquilts

Did you know you can make quesadillas in your toaster? It’s my new favorite snack! I use the small flour tortillas and shredded cheese. I did tie die with the Es last weekend. It’s a mess, but they loved it. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Red and Brown

Posted on September 15, 2023 by katyquilts

Willy gave his grudging approval to this little finish. 😁 I am quite chuffed with it myself! It’s been a while since I’ve done quilting like this. The feathers go fast, the continuous curves? Not so much. I might want … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday

Posted on September 14, 2023 by katyquilts

Since I’m busy at the AQS show this week, I’m sharing this post from five years ago today. I posted this for the Blogger’s Quilt Festival. Enjoy! Once again, Amy from Amy’s Creative Side is hosting the Blogger’s Quilt Festival. If you … Continue reading →

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