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!

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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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 27, 2021 by katyquilts

I saw Cecile’s applique blocks from the Ladies Aid Sampler hosted by Barbara Brackman and fell in love with them. You can see here’s on her blog, Patchwork Inspirations. So I decided to try a few blocks myself. Barbara is … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on June 26, 2021 by katyquilts

My sister gave me this awesome puzzle! I love jigsaw puzzles and this one was really fun. Mr. Wonderful bought me this. My first Lego set! It is another kind of puzzle. I spent several days visiting my sister and … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Doll Quilt

Posted on June 25, 2021 by katyquilts

I finished my little doll quilt and Winslow decided she liked it! Nice to have in-house quality control, I suppose. I’m so glad I doubled up in the quilting. Here is the back after washing. And the front. I really … Continue reading →

Posted in Civil War Repro Quilts, Finishes 2021, Small Quilts, Uncategorized | 8 Comments

Thinking….

Posted on June 24, 2021 by katyquilts

My parents gave these vintage blocks to me for Christmas decades ago. They were my very first vintage blocks and I was over the moon! I set them with this green fabric I found, but never finished the top. I’m … Continue reading →

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A New Old Top

Posted on June 23, 2021 by katyquilts

Daughter #3 picked this top up for me while she was at an antique shop recently. Isn’t it beautiful? The blocks are only about 4.5 inches. This needs some repairs, but it will be hand quilted for sure. Have a … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Vintage Quilts | 9 Comments

Quilting Decisions

Posted on June 22, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve decided to hand quilt this vintage top next. I think originally, the green alternate blocks were all the same, but they faded. I’ve been playing with my Apple Pencil and an app called YouDoodle, to come up with a … Continue reading →

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