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!

This and That Monday

Posted on July 5, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished my second block for the Ladies Aid BOM. Those little leaves were a challenge for me. We had these three little monkeys stay with us last weekend. They sure keep us laughing! But they are not real cooperative … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Back Basting Appliqué

Posted on July 4, 2021 by katyquilts

I mentioned last week that I’m going to attempt the applique blocks that Barbara Brackman is offering as a BOM called the Ladies Aid AlbumQuilt. I have the first block done and a second well under way. I learned the … Continue reading →

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Independence Day 2021

Posted on July 4, 2021 by katyquilts

Each year on Independence Day, I reread the Declaration of Independence. It never gets old or loses its meaning. In Congress, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, … Continue reading →

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June Wrap Up

Posted on July 3, 2021 by katyquilts

I didn’t have any really big finishes this month, but I had several small ones. First up was this baby quilt. I loved making this Kaleidoscope quilt. Every blocks was a surprise! Checked this off the UFO list! Another mini … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ The Jeep Quilt

Posted on July 2, 2021 by katyquilts

The Jeep quilt is finished just in time for the birthday party tomorrow. I debated about custom quilting the center panel, but then reminded myself that this is for a three year old. I love how the Malachite pantograph looks … Continue reading →

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Jeep Quilt

Posted on July 1, 2021 by katyquilts

E3 recently moved to a big boy bed. Since his birthday is coming up, I decided to make him a Jeep quilt. I bought two Jeep panels and decided to use this one. I grabbed a few greens from my … Continue reading →

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Leaders/Enders

Posted on June 30, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve started a new leader/ender project. No, I haven’t finished the last one! I’m making two different 4 inch blocks. I’ll play more with layouts when I get more done. I’m in no hurry with this. It is nice to … Continue reading →

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More QOVs

Posted on June 29, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished my JuneQOVs before the end of June! Again, I have no pattern info, but if you check the comments below, someone may chime in with help on that front. I’ve been pulling out some older pantographs this month. … Continue reading →

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You’re Invited!

Posted on June 28, 2021 by katyquilts

I love these parties. I always learn something and of course, I’m always hoping to win free fabric or dies. 😁 Click here to register! Hope to see you there!

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Quilts of Valor

Posted on June 28, 2021 by katyquilts

I’m finally getting around to working on my June Quilts of Valor. The pantograph I used on the first one is called Modern Twist. The pantograph for this one is called Barb. And the pantograph used here is called Sound … Continue reading →

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