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!

Throwback Thursday

Posted on January 27, 2022 by katyquilts

Here is another edition of Throwback Thursday! The post I’m sharing today is from seven years ago. Time sure flies. I still love this quilt , I hope you enjoy seeing it again as well. Have a great day! Finally, … Continue reading →

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Progress

Posted on January 26, 2022 by katyquilts

All my rectangles are sewn together. I had more than I thought! I started making four patches, in between some secret sewing. Then I had to try out my idea to see how it would look. I added triangles to … Continue reading →

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Prairie Star Finish

Posted on January 25, 2022 by katyquilts

Did you see the AccuQuilt Live program? If so, then you saw this die released! I made the center block from this die and the surrounding small stars from the Goose Tracks die. I played around d a bit with … Continue reading →

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Tuesday News

Posted on January 25, 2022 by katyquilts

Another AccuQuilt Live is coming up today! Click here to register for the event. You must be registered to be eligible for the giveaways. Come back here after the show is over to see what I made with the featured … Continue reading →

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Leader/Ender Update

Posted on January 24, 2022 by katyquilts

I’ve made a fair amount of progress on my leader/ender project. I started by piecing them into pairs, then into foursies. Now I have six 80 inch strips. I have enough bits for one more row and maybe two. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on January 23, 2022 by katyquilts

I finally finished this block for the Ladies Aid BOM. I’m still behind, but this is what I have done so far. The block on the lower left is next up. The trees are back basted and ready for applique. … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on January 22, 2022 by katyquilts

I found the best tablecloth at Goodwill this week. How cute is this? I also worked on washing some windows this week. I have quite a way to go with that project. I’ve been riding my bike a few times … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Doorways

Posted on January 21, 2022 by katyquilts

I finished this baby quilt and I quite like it. I think I have enough pieces left over to make another. Machine binding is working out well with my new to me Bernina. I used the same fabric for the … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Hexies

Posted on January 20, 2022 by katyquilts

I’ve decided to bring back Throwback Thursdays. I’ve written thousands of posts here, so I thought it might be fun to share some of my older favorites with newer readers. Below is a post from February 2018, as written then. … Continue reading →

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Another Star

Posted on January 19, 2022 by katyquilts

AccuQuilt released this Prairie Star die recently. I knew I wanted this one and it arrived this week. Once again, I started with those wonky diamonds from that vintage kit. I love how everything lines up so well! I didn’t … Continue reading →

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