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!

Instagram Doll Quilt Swap

Posted on March 6, 2019 by katyquilts

More happy mail! You may remember the quilt I made for an Instagram doll quilt swap. Last week, I received this wonderful little quilt from my swap partner all the way from Spain! I’m smitten with it! I love the … Continue reading →

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A Lovely Gift!

Posted on March 5, 2019 by katyquilts

Diane from O’Quilts sent me these lovely vintage block! I love the secondary star pattern. Some of it is hand pieced and some is by machine. I found this tiny tape label on one edge. I can’t quite make out … Continue reading →

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DWM ~ Thistle Quilt

Posted on March 4, 2019 by katyquilts

I have the new vase for my thistle quilt done. It is larger than Gwen’s vase, but very similar in shape. I had to make mine bigger because of how I placed my leaves. I’m much happier with it now. … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Thistle

Posted on March 3, 2019 by katyquilts

This little project was on my UFO list for the year. I finished the applique, but it has been sitting ever since. I’ve been asking myself why I don’t like it well enough to finish it. Aside from my shoddy … Continue reading →

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February/March Goals

Posted on March 2, 2019 by katyquilts

Here are the goals I set for myself for February. 1. Quilt 5 QOVs. Done! 2. Make one baby quilt. Not done! 3. Finish hand quilting the vintage top I’ve been working on. Not done! 4. Finish the QOV Mosaic … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ God Bless America QOV

Posted on March 1, 2019 by katyquilts

Well, this doesn’t look anything like I had planned! But I love how these blocks worked so well with this panel. I think it gives it a layered look. I think the panto gives a great texture. And I have … Continue reading →

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Fat Quarter Shop Remix!

Posted on February 28, 2019 by katyquilts

The Fat Quarter Shop is having a Remix blog hop today. A Remix is where they take one of their tutorials and mix it up with new fabrics. This kitchen hand towel is the project for today. I’ve wanted/needed a … Continue reading →

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Album Block

Posted on February 27, 2019 by katyquilts

Remember these? I decided I was done piecing these blocks and that I wanted to get them into a top. I plan to set with alternate blocks made from these two fabrics. I’m trying to decide on the layout. I … Continue reading →

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QOV/ Mosaic Mystery Progress

Posted on February 26, 2019 by katyquilts

My top is together and quilting has begun! I’m using this old favorite panto, Any Which Way. It is available from Urban Elementz So far, so good! I should be able to share this finish with you on Friday. Have … Continue reading →

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DWMonday ~ Mosaic Mystery

Posted on February 25, 2019 by katyquilts

One of my goals for this month was to finally finish the Mosaic Mystery hosted by Alycia last fall. I had the blocks done, but put it all away to focus on things with deadlines. The cool thing about these … Continue reading →

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