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!

June/July Goals

Posted on June 30, 2019 by katyquilts

Here are the goals I set for myself for June: 1. I Spy quilt! Done! 2. Quilt 5 QOVs Done! Actually, I only had three to do this month. 3. Finish a secret sewing project for reveal this month. Done! … Continue reading →

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Me? Appliqué?

Posted on June 29, 2019 by katyquilts

Shocking, right? Well, quilter Jeanna Kimball, recently shared a tutorial on Instagram for her back basting method of appliqué. I tried it out and couldn’t believe the results! I’m no expert and I’m only comparing myself to myself, but this … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ I Spy

Posted on June 28, 2019 by katyquilts

Done and dusted! Or perhaps done and gifted is more accurate. This is the quilt I made for E1 for his fifth birthday. Where has the time gone? I used pairs of 117 different prints so it could be a … Continue reading →

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Baby Quilt UFO Progress

Posted on June 27, 2019 by katyquilts

The top is pieced and quilting has commenced! This is the pantograph that I’m using. It is available from Urban Elementz . I love how this is looking! The binding is even ready to go! Have a great day! This … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Wednesday ~ T-Shirt Quilt

Posted on June 26, 2019 by katyquilts

One of our pastors at church is leaving to plant a new church back in his home state of Texas. So I made this quilt as a going away gift. At our church, if you are serving in any area … Continue reading →

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T-Shirt Quilt

Posted on June 25, 2019 by katyquilts

This is one of those secret projects that I haven’t been able to share until now. This is the panto I used. It works really well on t-Shirt quilts. I’ll be able to share this finish tomorrow. Have a great … Continue reading →

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UFO Baby Quilt

Posted on June 24, 2019 by katyquilts

Remember these?They’ve been on my UFO list for a long time. I pulled them out again and decided it was now or never. This would be easier with more blocks, but I don’t have any more of this white. I … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 23, 2019 by katyquilts

I’ve continued stitching on this little experimental piece. Am I done yet? Working on this gave me an idea of how I might improve my Mid Mod Beads quilt with similar stitching. Better? This is what it looked like before. … Continue reading →

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Iceland Part 8

Posted on June 22, 2019 by katyquilts

More Iceland! These photos were all taken around the Snaefellsness Peninsula. The raw beauty of this country is incredible. These stones were to test the strength of those wanting to work on the boats in times past. The heavier the … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Vintage Doll Quilt

Posted on June 21, 2019 by katyquilts

I’m not sure why vintage UFOs are so appealing to me, but they sure are. You may recall that this little patchwork piece was sent to me by Diane from O’Quilts . These first photos were taken before washing. The … Continue reading →

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