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!

Improv UFO Finish

Posted on April 2, 2021 by katyquilts

I left these pieces on the wall to think about for a while. I was putting away scraps and this cheddar caught my eye. Hmmmm….maybe add some red or green? I don’t have any black thread here at the moment. … Continue reading →

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Gardening

Posted on April 1, 2021 by katyquilts

Don’t laugh! I haven’t turned into a gardener. But I have to share the beautiful work hubby has done, with a wee bit of help from me. This planter in front of our house was put in by the first … Continue reading →

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Scrappy Strips

Posted on April 1, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve sewn together all the little strips that I had and trimmed my pieces to the nearest quarter inch. Here they are, widest to narrowest. I started hunting for inspiration and found a quilt by Mary Elizabeth Kinch in her … Continue reading →

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Pouch Potential

Posted on March 31, 2021 by katyquilts

I had these scraps on the table after trimming my improv curve blocks and decided to do something with them. I ended up with this little piece. I machine quilted it on my Bernina 1030. I think this would make … Continue reading →

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March/April Goals

Posted on March 31, 2021 by katyquilts

Time to look at those goals again! 1. Get back to hand quilting my vintage triangle top. Done! Well, the quilting isn’t done, but I’m working on it again! 2. Finish the Lotta Triangles top. Done! 3. Make another small … Continue reading →

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Improv Curves Part 3

Posted on March 30, 2021 by katyquilts

I decided to cut my blocks down to 8 inch squares. Then I played with a few more ideas. Ultimately, I ended up with this. I think I will quilt this on the long arm so it will get packed … Continue reading →

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More Improv Curves

Posted on March 30, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve made 16 blocks so far and decided to play a bit. Several of these have potential. I may make a few more blocks and then decide. Have a great day!

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Meet Jack, Cactus Jack

Posted on March 29, 2021 by katyquilts

This is a photo of our house when we moved in. That tree in front of the door had to go. So we had it moved to the other side of the driveway. I loved it! Alas, the tree did … Continue reading →

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Sewing Improv Curves

Posted on March 29, 2021 by katyquilts

Here’s my fabric pull for a new project. I cut pieces that are roughly 11 inch squares. I layered them in pairs and freehand cut two curves. Then I switch the middle pieces. This is what they look like after … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on March 28, 2021 by katyquilts

I have four of sixteen rows done! It’s amazing what a difference quilting makes. I’ve replaced a few triangles here and there. Here’s another look at the back. Have a great day!