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!

Mini Quilts 2018

Posted on January 15, 2019 by katyquilts

I made quite a few small and mini quilts this year. Gotta love a quick finish! Here is a recap of the small quilts I completed in 2018. No doubt there will be more to come in 2019. Have a … Continue reading →

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Kaffe Stripes Update

Posted on January 14, 2019 by katyquilts

This project is moving along. I used one of my custom sized pantos from Urban Elementz . I used red thread in the top and bottom. Time to bind! By the way, Accuquilt has 40% off all Studio dies (use … Continue reading →

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Hand Quilting 2018

Posted on January 13, 2019 by katyquilts

My hand quilting took a bit of a hiatus last summer due to carpal tunnel issues. My hand/wrist is much better following surgery and I’m thankful to be hand quilting again. I’ve slowly gotten back into it. Here are the … Continue reading →

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String Along Update

Posted on January 12, 2019 by katyquilts

I told you already that’s Lori at Humble Quilts is hosting a String Along this year. It will run for ten months. In order to make the quilt I want, I need to make 8 of these each month. I’m … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Vintage Bowties

Posted on January 11, 2019 by katyquilts

I signed up for a doll quilt swap on Instagram hosted by @tossedbutnotsunk aka Jenny B. I found out about the swap while I was piecing these blocks in December and decided if this little quilt turned out well, that … Continue reading →

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Throw Quilts 2018

Posted on January 10, 2019 by katyquilts

Thank you all for the lovely comments on my sewing room! I am very blessed to have the space that I do. However, I should have shown BEFORE photos. It became a big of a dumping ground in December. On … Continue reading →

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A Tidy Up

Posted on January 9, 2019 by katyquilts

Every January, I like to start out the year with a deep clean in the sewing room. A surprise visit from Daughter #2 and a stint of jury duty have set me back a little. But I got a good … Continue reading →

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Baby Quilts 2018

Posted on January 8, 2019 by katyquilts

I make a lot of baby quilts every year. They are quick and fun and the perfect gift. Here are the baby quilts I made last year, Most of these have been gifted. I like to have at least one … Continue reading →

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Something New

Posted on January 7, 2019 by katyquilts

I bought this layer cake a while back. It has aged enough that I’m ready to use it. It goes well with this piece I picked up in Phoenix. I cut squares of solid fabrics and alternated solids and stripes … Continue reading →

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Ugh

Posted on January 6, 2019 by katyquilts

If you are squeamish, look away now. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! I decided this would be the first UFO I would tackle. Those dang thistle leaves are why I set it aside. For the one on the right, … Continue reading →

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