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!

Quilt Museum Part 3 ~ Toy Sewing Machines

I told you there was a lot to see! This post is all about the toys. 😊 This was such a neat display. The museum is housed in an old school building. As you open each locker, you see a … Continue reading

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Boston Commons Progress

It’s coming together! This was my inspiration quilt. So far, so good! Have a great day!

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Boston Commons

After the I Spy quilt, I was ready to work on something smaller. This bin holds vintage 2” cut squares. My plan is to make a small Boston Commons quilt, at least I think that’s what it’s called. Here is … Continue reading

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Slow Stitching Sunday

I have all the quilting on the outer edge of this quilt done! Time for binding. I made the binding back in AZ and had it ready to go. I attached it by machine before trimming. When I’m working with … Continue reading

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This and That

We borrowed my nephew’s truck while in Kansas. The pups prefer riding in Dora! This looks like a great place to explore! Winslow looks like she is laughing. 😂 I resemble this remark! One of the most comforting and profound … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday ~ I Spy

My top is done! This ended up 61 by 75 inches. The weather was not cooperative when I wanted to take photos. It is windy in Kansas! I think this one may end up as a Christmas gift for a … Continue reading

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Throwback Thursday

Here is a look back at a quilt with some of my favorite machine quilting work. I enjoy being on the road, but I do miss my long arm. 😊 Blogger’s Quilt Festival ~ Little Sister Quilt Posted on October 23, 2015 by katyquilts … Continue reading

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I Spy Progress

I’m really enjoying this! My blocks are done. They are very quick to make. And it’s starting to take shape. I don’t like that I have the same fabrics so close, but I’m not ripping anything. It was bound to … Continue reading

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I Spy

Slowly making progress on this. There are plenty of repeated fabrics, but I don’t mind. Here are some new blocks to go with. Can you see where I’m headed here? Have a great day!

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Something New!

I’ve had these pieces leftover from I Spy quilts for a long time. I decided to bring them with me this summer. While the mister was helping his sister with some things, I had some time to sew. Here is … Continue reading

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