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!

Progress and Some Q and A

Posted on August 18, 2021 by katyquilts

I told you Monday that my 30s quilt top was demanding more blocks. I made all my 4 patches and got everything ready. I made four blocks while watching the Accuquilt Live show yesterday. Then I fixed this block. A … Continue reading →

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Ladie’s Aid BOM Progress

Posted on August 17, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished the next block for Barbara Brackman’s Ladies Aid BOM. This one seemed to take forever! Here are the five I have done so far. I’m glad that I’ve managed to keep up with this. The next block comes … Continue reading →

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I just can’t leave things alone…

Posted on August 16, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished these blocks at least a month ago, but I haven’t been able to get myself to put them together. I have 42 blocks. I’m sick of making them, but this quilt wants 49 blocks. Some quilts are so … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on August 15, 2021 by katyquilts

I’m in great need of some slow stitching today! I am bushed! I’m taking some rest time before cleaning up the detritus from the weekend sale. I shared this vintage kit that I purchased a while back. My thought was … Continue reading →

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Busy, Busy, Busy

Posted on August 14, 2021 by katyquilts

You probably noticed that I’ve been working on downsizing my collections this summer. Hubby and I are feeling the need to simplify. Eventually, we will be looking for a smaller house here in Michigan. So this weekend we are holding … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Pomegranate

Posted on August 13, 2021 by katyquilts

I got this little top on the frame and quilted up! When I use that blue pen for marking, I always run my quilt through a wash cycle without detergent, to make sure the pen markings are fully rinsed. I … Continue reading →

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Surprise Update

Posted on August 12, 2021 by katyquilts

Remember this quilt that was hiding inside a comforter? It has been reduced to this. I hope to make a mini out of these bits. And this one? Also reduced. Thought there was more usable fabric in this one. I … Continue reading →

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Surprise #2!

Posted on August 11, 2021 by katyquilts

Ready for another mystery? I also picked up this comforter at the same sale as the one I showed yesterday. Looks like someone else had already started snipping ties! I finished the job. Here is the back. Such wonderful mourning … Continue reading →

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How About a Quilt Along?

Posted on August 10, 2021 by katyquilts

Deanna from Wedding Dress Blue, cut out pieces to make a quilt like this one that I made earlier this year. Then she contacted me and suggested we do a quilt along together! I thought that was a great idea! … Continue reading →

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Pet Projects

Posted on August 9, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve been doing a bit of sewing for my two hooligans as well as a couple of my friends pets. So I’m very excited to watch the Accuquilt Live program tomorrow! It starts at 12 PM, Central Time. You need … Continue reading →

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