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!

He Gives and Takes Away

This past week has been one of great joy and profound sadness. It reminded me of a song by the Newsboys, called Blessed Be Your Name. It comes from Job 1:21 which says, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, … Continue reading

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Another QOV

Here is another QOV pieced by Nadine. Quilting it was good therapy for me yesterday. I used this panto again. Here is the pattern info that Nadine sent along. Have a great day!

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Taking a Little Break

I normally post every day. This week has been crazy and hard and there is no time for sewing. E1 has started virtual school this week and I’m giving Daughter #1 some help. I’ll be back soon.

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Another Beauty by Nadine

Nadine is a very prolific topper for our Stitching Sisters group. This is another of her tops quilted by me. Here is the pattern info she sent. I love this backing fabric by Timothy Holtz. I used to have some … Continue reading

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QOV Again!

This top was made by Lynda. I don’t have any pattern info on this one. It’s huge! Here is the back. Here is the panto I used. There will be more Quilts of Valor to share this week. I picked … Continue reading

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August/September Goals

Where did summer go? Is it really the end of August? Sigh…time keeps flying by. My goals for August looked like this: 1. Finish the two batik baby quilts. Done! 2. Finish the tumbler quilt. Done! 3. Decide on and … Continue reading

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Slow Stitching Sunday

I’m still working on these Liberty Hexies here and there and I’m almost done making the….well…..I’m not really sure what to call this shape! I put them up on the wall to take stock. I need to make one more … Continue reading

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Quilts of Valor!

Thanks to Covid, our Stitching Sisters QOV group has been unable to meet. But our toppers have remained busy! This top was made by Nadine. Here’s the back. And this is the pantograph I used. Nadine sent along this info … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday ~ A Scrappy Gift

My finish this week was a surprise even to me! Tuesday when I checked my mail, I found a lovely little quilt top from a sweet, generous Instagram friend. As you can see, I didn’t waste any time getting this … Continue reading

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Pin Cushions Part 2

I ripped and trimmed and ended up with two pincushions. I quilted both the front and back of each. They measure about 4 by 6 inches, a much better size. I am all about using what I have on hand … Continue reading

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