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!

May Wrap Up

Posted on June 1, 2023 by katyquilts

It’s been a good month. Love how this Farmer’s Wife quilt turned out. And my little swap quilt. Most of my time was spent on art pieces. But of course, I snuck in a mini made of repros. Have a … Continue reading →

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I figured it out!

Posted on May 31, 2023 by katyquilts

Remember these strings? I pieced these together last fall before I left for Arizona. I had no plan for them, just wanted to get to the bottom of my string bin. Well, I found it! The perfect way to use … Continue reading →

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A UFO

Posted on May 30, 2023 by katyquilts

Remember these? I’m not in love with them, but I cut more pieces when I was cleaning out my scrap bucket. I have no real plan here. I’ll just make a few now and then. Maybe they will grow on … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2023

Posted on May 29, 2023 by katyquilts

Memorial Day…. It brings up so many vivid images in my mind. And I guess that is the point, remembering. So very thankful for all those who gave their lives so that I can live mine. I don’t have many … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on May 28, 2023 by katyquilts

Happy Sunday! I’m still playing with bias tape. Here is my latest idea. Yes, it’s a riff on Picasso’s dachshund. It needs a bit of finessing before I start glue basting. Speaking of bias tape, my experiments can continue thanks … Continue reading →

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Just popping in….

Posted on May 27, 2023 by katyquilts

……to share some great sales! First off, 25% off site wide at Connecting Threads ! Use the code SEWSAVE25! Also, their Essential Thread is on sale. AccuQuilt also had some fantastic deals! You can even get an extra 23% off … Continue reading →

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Knitting Again

Posted on May 27, 2023 by katyquilts

I’m an on again, off again knitter, at best. But I can’t seem to pass up pretty yarn! I found this lot at a recent yard sale. This is my favorite. It is a merino wool and silk blend. This … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Tangle 2

Posted on May 26, 2023 by katyquilts

You’ve been seeing glimpses of this, now it is finished, except for the sleeve. I’ll share a post on that soon. It is a bit different for an art show versus a quilt show. I also have to decide which … Continue reading →

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Victory!

Posted on May 25, 2023 by katyquilts

I have successfully scaled Mount Scrapmore! Never mind that I have another heaping bucket just like it to deal with. Let’s focus on the positive, shall we? I’ve added to my 1 1/2, 2, and 2 1/2 inch square bins. … Continue reading →

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Finishing with a Facing

Posted on May 24, 2023 by katyquilts

I thought I’d share today how I add facings to a quilt. I prefer a facing to a binding on a modern wall quilt. I cut my facing strips 2 1/2” wide. I fold over and press one edge about … Continue reading →

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