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!

Vintage Hour Glass

Posted on October 8, 2019 by katyquilts

I went to an amazing estate sale last week. I really just wanted to see the massive historic house, but I also found this treasure. It doesn’t have any batting. It appears to have been tied at one time. All … Continue reading →

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A Little Late….

Posted on October 7, 2019 by katyquilts

I’m posting a little late today. You see, we have a new addition to the family. Meet Willy. He is a 12 week old Yorkie/Bichon mix. So far Winslow and he are doing well. She even tried to give him … Continue reading →

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EPP Hexie Flowers

Posted on October 6, 2019 by katyquilts

Believe it or not, I have 12 of these flowers done! I’m not sure what my next step will be. I’m thinking about appliqueing these to background blocks. Or they could become a border for a medallion quilt. Hmmmm….. I … Continue reading →

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MCM Dollhouse Chronicles

Posted on October 5, 2019 by katyquilts

I haven’t made a lot of progress, but inch by inch, I’ll get there. I put in hardwood floors this week. And I’ve started thinking about furniture arrangement. This table looks too big! I hope to paint the exterior this … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Mirage

Posted on October 4, 2019 by katyquilts

It has been rainy and dark all week here so I haven’t been able to get great photos of this finish. I used one Mirage jellyroll and some white strips to make this 60 by 80 inch quilt. This particular … Continue reading →

Posted in Bed Quilts, Finishes, Jelly Rolls, Uncategorized | 13 Comments

QOV #39

Posted on October 3, 2019 by katyquilts

This is the last Quilt of Valor for this October. It was pieced by Cheryl. Have a great day!

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September/October Goals

Posted on October 2, 2019 by katyquilts

Where did summer go? I love fall, but I’m not ready for summer to end. I had a couple trips this month and each time when I got home, I had a hard time finding my sew-jo. Here are the … Continue reading →

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String Along Update

Posted on October 1, 2019 by katyquilts

It has been A while since I shared progress on this project. That is because there hasn’t been any! I finally got back to it this weekend. My goal is to make ten per month. This is my current stack … Continue reading →

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DWMonday ~ A Jelly Roll Quilt

Posted on September 30, 2019 by katyquilts

I’ve had this jelly roll for ages. It is a line called Mirage by RJR. I cut some white strips to go with it. I figured that would bring some calm to it. I’m sewing strip sets like this. Then … Continue reading →

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Chicago

Posted on September 29, 2019 by katyquilts

Last weekend, Mr. Wonderful and I visited Chicago. It was my sister’s birthday and we spent the weekend celebrating together. It has been a long time since I visited Chicago. The highlight of our trip was my first Broadway play! … Continue reading →

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