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!

More Bliss

Posted on July 10, 2019 by katyquilts

I decided to keep moving with my original plan here. I pieced everything together into this large parallelogram. Then I took a slice from top to bottom. I moved the piece on the right to the left side. Then pieced … Continue reading →

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Treasure

Posted on July 9, 2019 by katyquilts

I mentioned that we were traveling last week. You know I always bring home treasure! These two beautiful jelly rolls were a gift from my sweet MIL. I already have an idea for the blue one. Repro fat quarters in … Continue reading →

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Bliss Progress

Posted on July 8, 2019 by katyquilts

Now that I’m putting this up on the wall, I’m less sure about it. The fabrics are gorgeous, but maybe they should have more separation to really shine? Hmmmm….. Have a great day!

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Applique Progress

Posted on July 7, 2019 by katyquilts

Progress has been made! I originally prepped this applique on one long piece of fabric. Then I changed my mind, so I cut the bits apart and puzzled them together. We took a road trip to a family reunion last … Continue reading →

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Iceland Part 9

Posted on July 6, 2019 by katyquilts

This was the last waterfall we visited in Iceland. After that, we headed back to Reykjavik. You’ve likely seen photos of this church with Lief Ericsson in front. There was an interesting art installation inside. This first piece is thought … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Baby Stars

Posted on July 5, 2019 by katyquilts

One more UFO to check off the list! I made these star blocks ages ago from my hand dyed fabric. I finally came up with an arrangement for them. And used this long hoarded Ikea print on the back. Gotta … Continue reading →

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Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2019 by katyquilts

IN CONGRESS, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Wednesday ~ Thistle

Posted on July 3, 2019 by katyquilts

Now it’s done! I had crosshatching in mind for the quilting, but as soon as I got it on the frame, I decided to do pebbles and swirls instead. I’m loving the background, but less than thrilled with the quilting … Continue reading →

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Thistle UFO

Posted on July 2, 2019 by katyquilts

This little piece has had so very many setbacks. I thought it was done at this point, but couldn’t bring myself to move forward with finishing because of that blank space in the middle. So I decided to add another … Continue reading →

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Bliss

Posted on July 1, 2019 by katyquilts

Isn’t this pretty? Daughter #1 surprised me a while back with a box of goodies from Missouri Star. This layer cake was in the box. I’ve had a quilt in my head for a while that I wanted to make … Continue reading →

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