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!

This and That

Posted on November 26, 2019 by katyquilts

The top of my Christmas quilt is together. I hope to get this quilted and the binding machine sewn before the weekend so I can relax with the hand stitching this weekend. I’ve been listening to this book. I find … Continue reading →

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The Most Beautiful UFO

Posted on November 25, 2019 by katyquilts

I received these blocks as a gift from blog reader, Jan, several years ago. I was immediately smitten and still am in awe of her generosity! They are stunningly gorgeous. But I can see why they didn’t make it past … Continue reading →

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DWMonday ~ Christmas Quilt

Posted on November 25, 2019 by katyquilts

I sewed my cut rectangles into twosies. Then it was time to decide on a layout. I might be boring, but I like this one. I’m not worrying at all about placement, just alternating light and dark. Have a good … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on November 24, 2019 by katyquilts

I can’t believe that I only have 5 more flowers to add! Then I will add a round of background hexies around the whole thing. I’m not sure what will happen after that. Have a great day!

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Dollhouse Chronicles ~ MCM

Posted on November 23, 2019 by katyquilts

I added shelves to my little kitchen instead of upper cabinets. I think I should have hung them lower. I got some tiny pans, but they are still too big! I tried to make a mid mod clock, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ The Little Hexie Quilt

Posted on November 22, 2019 by katyquilts

I started piecing the first flower for this on my way to Iceland last April. I quilted this on the long arm using a light gray thread. I’m so pleased with the background choice! I’ve had the backing fabric in … Continue reading →

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QOVS # 45 and 46

Posted on November 21, 2019 by katyquilts

I only had two Quilts of Valor from the Stitching Sisters group this month. The first one was pieced by Nadine. The pattern is Rhombus Star by Missouri Star Quikt Comoany. This is the panto I used. It is available … Continue reading →

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Quilt of Valor

Posted on November 20, 2019 by katyquilts

Remember when I said one of my goals was to make one Quilt of Valor this month? I’m well on my way! ….ahem….well….not exactly. My sweet friend, Zenia, from A Quilted Passion , sent me this top to finish for … Continue reading →

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This and That Tuesday

Posted on November 19, 2019 by katyquilts

I recently won a giveaway from Lori at Humble Quilts . It was in connection with the string quilt along that she hosted. How fun is this? The book was a fascinating read. And check out these tiny fabric bolts? … Continue reading →

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DWMonday ~ Christmas Quilt

Posted on November 18, 2019 by katyquilts

I’ve had these scraps sitting in a box for almost two years. They were left over from making this quilt for Daughter #1. There is someone that admired this quilt, and I’d like to surprise her with aChristmas quilt of … Continue reading →

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