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!

Finish It Up Friday ~ Jelly Roll Baby Quilt

Posted on June 8, 2018 by katyquilts

This baby quilt is done and it has already found a new home! It is really quite simple, but I love the light to dark effect. I used left over strips for the binding. I love this backing fabric. I … Continue reading →

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Thankful

Posted on June 7, 2018 by katyquilts

I’ve been so blessed by my blog readers! I’ve had people send me scraps and fabric to help out with projects, supplies and even money to help with Quilts of Valor, and most recently, quilts! Jan is downsizing and needed … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Vintage Quilts | 7 Comments

A Little Bit Crazy

Posted on June 6, 2018 by katyquilts

I shared this little find last week. I tried to ignore it as I had too much to do already, but it wouldn’t leave me alone! It was foundation pieced all by machine. Here is a look at the back. … Continue reading →

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Baby Quilt Progress

Posted on June 5, 2018 by katyquilts

I finished this top and got it loaded up on the long arm. This is the panto I’m using. It is available from Urban Elementz . As you can see, the backtracking part of this isn’t easy. This is why … Continue reading →

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Baby Quilt

Posted on June 4, 2018 by katyquilts

I received this little jelly roll as a freebie a while back. While waiting for the long arm parts, I decided to make a baby quilt out of it. There were only 24 strips and that included two white and … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 3, 2018 by katyquilts

All the comments on my Pinterest post yesterday gave me such a good laugh! Thanks to all of you! We had a garage sale here this weekend. They are so much work! Every time I say I’ll never do it … Continue reading →

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Pinterest Silliness

Posted on June 2, 2018 by katyquilts

You know I try to tackle one Pinterest project a month. I noticed that more and more often, Pinterest “suggests” posts for me. I find this rather annoying most of the time. But one popped up last week that required … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Hour Glass QOV

Posted on June 1, 2018 by katyquilts

I have another finished Quilt of Valor! This was a pretty quick finish once I decided on the layout. It is just 8 inch quarter square triangle blocks. I’ve had this backing fabric for ages. I remember I bought enough … Continue reading →

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May/June Goals

Posted on May 31, 2018 by katyquilts

Time to see how well I did on the goals I set for myself this month. 1. I must start and finish the wedding quilt for my niece. Almost Done! I will share soon. I just have to finish the … Continue reading →

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Little Vintage Bits

Posted on May 30, 2018 by katyquilts

I have a road trip coming up next week. So I went looking for something small to hand quilt while traveling. I found this little foundation pieced bit that would make a lovely little doll quilt. This little block could … Continue reading →

Posted in Doll Quilts, Uncategorized, Vintage Fabrics | 3 Comments