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 Quilt

Posted on May 18, 2018 by katyquilts

Here’s my first finish quilted on Friday. I’m surprised how different it feels than my Avante. We are still getting to know each other! You can read my tip for piecing jelly roll quilts here. It’s a game changer for … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Jelly Rolls, Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Uncategorized | 12 Comments

Good News and Bad News

Posted on May 17, 2018 by katyquilts

First the bad, my tracks arrived for the long arm. But they looked like this: Ummm…. that’s not okay. After more phone calls, I’m hoping the fifth time is the charm and that I will soon have a perfect set … Continue reading →

Posted in Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting | 15 Comments

Working Small

Posted on May 16, 2018 by katyquilts

Wow! So many comments on my jelly roll top yesterday! Cutting the strips into smaller bits really makes a huge difference. Hope this helps you all out! I love making big bed quilts. But every now and again, I enjoy … Continue reading →

Posted in Doll Quilts, Finishes, Uncategorized, Vintage Fabrics | 10 Comments

Jelly Roll Race

Posted on May 15, 2018 by katyquilts

I have had a bin of jelly roll strips from Connecting Threads for ages. I finally decided to do something with them. I like the concept of jelly roll race quilts, but I’m not always thrilled with the results. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Jelly Rolls, Uncategorized | 21 Comments

DWMonday ~ Flight

Posted on May 14, 2018 by katyquilts

I got a couple layer cakes of this line ages ago. You may remember that I was using this “recipe” to make blocks at the Stitching Sisters sew days. While waiting for the rest of the parts for my new … Continue reading →

Posted in Design Wall Monday, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Sunday

Posted on May 13, 2018 by katyquilts

Happy Mother’s Day! Here are my four amazing kids. Spring has finally arrived in Michigan! I love the flowering trees. I just wished the blossoms lasted longer. Have a beautiful day! Notice how the flowers grow. They do not toil … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 8 Comments

This and That

Posted on May 12, 2018 by katyquilts

I finished piecing the top for the wedding quilt. And I added a border to this Puss in the Corner top. I even got the bindings made for both of these as well as the binding for a QOV that … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Miniature Flying Geese

Posted on May 11, 2018 by katyquilts

Thanks for all your kind comments on my rocker yesterday! I’m really glad it is done. I was admittedly in a bit of a funk the other night when I received the damaged parts for my long arm. So I … Continue reading →

Posted in Doll Quilts, Finishes, Vintage Fabrics | 9 Comments

A Different Sort of Fabric Project

Posted on May 10, 2018 by katyquilts

I recently picked up this vintage rocker at a yard sale. Yesterday was the day to tackle reupholstering it. The first thing I did was remove that backing. Wow! Loved what I found underneath! The seat was another story. Yuck! … Continue reading →

Posted in Home projects | 14 Comments

Progress

Posted on May 9, 2018 by katyquilts

I’ve been working on blocks for the wedding quilt for my niece. The small squares finish at 2 inches. I’m trying to decide if a 6 inch sashing is too wide. I wanted lots of white space for quilting fun. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 9 Comments