Author Archives: katyquilts

About katyquilts

I am a wife, mom of four amazing kids, and a librarian. I have been making traditional quilts for ages but have ventured into art qulting in the last several years. I also love to knit socks and mittens and dye my own fabric. I am thankful to God my Father and Creator for the gift of creativity!

Before and After

Posted on November 12, 2019

Remember the Chisel Star Quilts? You may recall that each were quilted with different batting. I thought it might be fun to show a side by side comparison to see how they changed after washing. This first one was quilted … Continue reading →

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Veteran’s Day 2019

Posted on November 11, 2019

Happy Veteran’s Day to all those who have served, especially my beautiful Daughter #2. I have no words to adequately express my thanks to those who have served. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on November 10, 2019

Today I’m finishing the binding on my string along quilt. Here is my binding helper. Have a wonderful day!

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Dollhouse Chronicles ~ A Very Generous Gift

Posted on November 9, 2019

I recently received an email from reader, Shasta. She asked if I would like some dollhouse furniture that she had collected on travels and such. Of course, I said yes! But I was not prepared for this lovely box. How … Continue reading →

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Finished or Not Friday

Posted on November 8, 2019

In this case that would be a big NOT! I started quilting this on Wednesday. I kept debating on the quilting and thought I had a great idea. I would quilt a diagonal grid, and then put a wavy grid … Continue reading →

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Vintage Hourglass Update

Posted on November 7, 2019

I know, you’ve seen this before. But since then, I washed it. It crinkled nicely, and it also bled profusely. You can really see the bleeding on the back. I washed it again with color catchers and a bit more … Continue reading →

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More Progress!

Posted on November 6, 2019

I set aside a good chunk of the day yesterday and was able to finish sewing my string top together! Woo hoo! I have many points that don’t match well. Probably due in part to the thick string pieced blocks … Continue reading →

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