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!

Border Decisions

The blocks are all sewn together and it is time to decide on birders. I’ve had this bit in my stash for ages and haven’t found a good use for it. I really love this stripe, but probably don’t have … Continue reading

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Four Patches

Is this looking familiar? If you said yes, you wouldn’t be wrong. I’m making a larger version of Summit Stitches. I’m loving this one as much as the first. Have a great day

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Remember this?

I finally pulled this out again. I decided to add a few bits while Mr. Wonderful watched football. Maybe I’ll finish this before the decade is out…..or not. Have a great day

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This and That

Hmmmm…. There’s a thought… A recent walk after the rain. I love my grand dogs! Sunsets are so pretty here. Another puzzle. This could work for me…. Have a great day

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Tree of Life

Finally! This quilt has been in the works forever. And it isn’t even that big! Just about 54 inches square. I can actually say that I’m happy with the binding on this one. I stitched it to the front, pressed … Continue reading

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Rocks

We are still doing a bit of rock hounding, and I’ve had the tumbler going. I have so much to learn. This is my latest batch. It’s a mixed bag. Some are pretty good. I had hoped that most would … Continue reading

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Paper Snow Flakes

I’ve been perusing Pinterest for Christmas craft ideas. This one uses paper lunch bags. I used cardboard to make a template. I cut three bags at a time like this. I used a total of nine bags. Excuse my sorry … Continue reading

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A Bit of Sewing

I feel like I’ve been wandering around aimlessly lately. It’s been a tough few weeks around here. First losing my sweet boy and this past week, the loss of a beloved nephew. Other issues have added to the turmoil. But … Continue reading

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Design Wall Monday

Does this look familiar? I decided I would add these to the four inch 4 patches I’ve been making as leaders/enders. Have a great day

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November Wrap-Up

This Summit Stitches quilt is my clear favorite this month. I also finished this throw quilt. And these bags. Have a great day

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