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 October 14, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve shared this antique top before. It was a gift from my bloggy friend, Diane. This is one of the most gorgeous old tops that I’ve ever seen. Isn’t that border amazing? And the fabrics! I wish every one if … Continue reading →

Posted in Vintage Fabrics, Vintage Quilts | 6 Comments

A Sewing Room Linky Party and a Giveaway!

Posted on October 13, 2021 by katyquilts

While preparing to head west, I began thinking of how I might improve my Arizona sewing room. I had Daughter #2 take these photos so I could see how I left it. It’s a real hodgepodge! I’m trying to decide … Continue reading →

Posted in Sewing Room Pics, Uncategorized | 7 Comments

Two and Four QAL Finale!

Posted on October 12, 2021 by katyquilts

Hip hip hooray! Today is the day! I’m so thankful for all of you that chose to play along with Deanna and me for this quilt along. Here is my finished quilt. Make sure you visit Deanna to see hers! … Continue reading →

Posted in Two and Four QAL, Uncategorized | 7 Comments

Minecraft

Posted on October 11, 2021 by katyquilts

Remember back when I made this Minecraft quilt? That was for Big L. Now I’m making another for E2. I’m not sure my colors are quite right this time, but I’m working from stash. E3 calls it “Minecrack.” It always … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on October 10, 2021 by katyquilts

I hope to finish the quilting on this before the end of the week. I’m loving how it looks. The quilting doesn’t show much on the back. I’m thinking about using this for the bindings. Have a great day!

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This and That

Posted on October 9, 2021 by katyquilts

I finally figured out how I wanted to quilt this and got going on it. Excuse the messy hair, Mr. Wonderful bought matching shirts for Winslow and me. 😂 E3 visited last week. I asked him why he was holding … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Passages

Posted on October 8, 2021 by katyquilts

This was a very satisfying finish. I pieced the top last winter in AZ. It took me forever to decide how to quilt it. I think this is the first time that I’ve combined had and machine quilting like this. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Quilts, Finishes 2021, Hand Dyed Fabric, Small Quilts, Uncategorized | 9 Comments

Quilting for a Friend

Posted on October 7, 2021 by katyquilts

Here is another quilt that my sweet friend, Donna brought over for me to quilt. This one was a Block of the Month. Isn’t it gorgeous? Donna is so good at putting fabrics together. I used a pale yellow thread … Continue reading →

Posted in Customer Quilts, HQ Forte, Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Accuquilt Blog Hop ~ Fun with Felt!

Posted on October 6, 2021 by katyquilts

I am back with another perfect project for the littles in your life! I loved crafting with my kids and now I get to do it with my grands. Together, we created this portable felt background and felt shapes. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Accuquilt, Crafty Things, Uncategorized | 4 Comments

Quilting the Monster

Posted on October 5, 2021 by katyquilts

This top ended up 105 inches square. It weighs a ton! I wasn’t real happy with my fat feathers in the border, but I certainly wasn’t going to rip them out. I do like the idea I came up with … Continue reading →

Posted in HQ Forte, Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Uncategorized | 4 Comments