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!

MCM Dollhouse Chronicles

Posted on September 28, 2019 by katyquilts

Even though the other house isn’t totally finished, I decided to start on this one. So far it has had a coat of spray primer. My plan was to make one room into a bedroom and the other into a … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ QOV #37 and 38

Posted on September 27, 2019 by katyquilts

This week has been all about longarming Quilts of Valor. This beautiful top was sewn by Kathy. And this stunner by Nadine. Have a great weekend! Linking up with Confessions of a Fabric Addict

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QOV #36

Posted on September 26, 2019 by katyquilts

This lovely top was pieced by Pat. I believe it is a Fons and Porter pattern. This is the panto I used. It is available from Urban Elementz . I love how it looks on the back. Have a great … Continue reading →

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Quilt of Valor

Posted on September 25, 2019 by katyquilts

I’m back to work on QOVs this week. I’ve had this panto for a while, but hasn’t tried it out until now. I love how it looks on this top expertly pieced by Val. Have a great day!

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Almost Amish Part 2

Posted on September 24, 2019 by katyquilts

I have Part 2 of the quilt along hosted by Lori at Humble Quilts all done! I cut some extra strips while I was at it. Just in case there are more four patches to come. I also made and … Continue reading →

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Upholstery

Posted on September 23, 2019 by katyquilts

I just realized that I never shared this finished project. Remember when I picked this mid century bench off a curb? Turns out it was a design by noted Mid Mod designer, Arthur Umanoff. After a huge team effort by … Continue reading →

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Black and White

Posted on September 22, 2019 by katyquilts

Mr. Wonderful and I went hiking at White Tank Mountain while in AZ. I decided to play with photos in black and white while we were there. Have a great day!

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Dollhouse Chronicles

Posted on September 21, 2019 by katyquilts

Now that the messy work is done, the dollhouse has moved upstairs. I haven’t been home enough to work on it much lately, but I was asked for a tour. So here it is as of now. You will see … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Twins

Posted on September 20, 2019 by katyquilts

And they’re done! These pics appear rather washed out, but whatever. They are very similar, but not identical. I swear this backing looked gray in my sewing room! I actually labeled them. Haves great day! Have a great day! 😆 … Continue reading →

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Two at a Time

Posted on September 19, 2019 by katyquilts

I was able to get both baby quilt tops pieced and I decided to quilt them both at the same time on the long arm. I used a backing twice as long as I needed firone and the same with … Continue reading →

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