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

Here is a post from ten years ago with lessons learned. Enjoy! Finish It Up Friday ~ The Hawaiian Version Posted on June 17, 2016 by katyquilts No, I’m not in Hawaii. I am in Arizona! Yay! But Hubby and I did go to … Continue reading

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Thanks!

Looks like great minds think alike! I asked a friend at quilt group yesterday and she agreed. The Bauhaus design won. Thanks for the input. Apparently, I also have a new helper at the long arm. So much for my … Continue reading

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A Big Leap Forward

Once I got my alternate blocks cut, I got down to business! The top is done and loaded. But I can’t figure out how to quilt this monster. These are the three pantographs I’m considering. I’m looking for a mid … Continue reading

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Little by Little

My America 250 quilt may not be done by the 4th. That’s okay. It is growing slowly. I do have all the pieces blocks done for my green diamond quilt. Now I need to cut the plain alternate blocks. Have … Continue reading

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This and That

Mr. Wonderful found this cool puzzle for me. It is made of wood and the pieces are fun shapes. This is why I’m playing with fabric more than rocks lately. I love this. And I detest frogs and toads, but … Continue reading

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Much Ado About Rocks

I’ve had so much fun learning about rocks. This dish is all petrified wood. I am fascinated by it. Yep, more crosses. And I went a bit crazy making pendants. I’m really not sure what to do with them all, … Continue reading

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Progress

This project has provided some great mindless sewing at a time I’ve needed it. The next step is to create random blocks like this. Have a great day!

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Little Quilts 8

I think this is my last little quilts post for a while. There are some real faves here. Have a great day!

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HRTs

Thank you for all the kind comments regarding my mom. You are all so wonderful. Sewing is good therapy right now. I’m playing around a bit with layouts. I really love the random mishmash of greens. I have a gazillion … Continue reading

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My Mom

It’s been a crazy few weeks around here. I had quite a few posts scheduled ahead and I let them run their course. I’ve not been responding to comments. My mom had a severe stroke on Memorial Day and left … Continue reading

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