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!

Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Red work

Posted on February 4, 2018 by katyquilts

I had several questions about the quilting on this last week. I know when quilting by hand with a hoop you are supposed to start in the middle and work your way out. As you can see, I’m doing just … Continue reading →

Posted in Hand quilting, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

National Quilt of Valor Sew Day!

Posted on February 3, 2018 by katyquilts

Today is the National QOV Sew Day and I’m heading down to spend the day sewing with my Stitching Sisters group. I’m so excited! We are all bringing Disappearing 9 Patch blocks to make tops. These are really easy. For … Continue reading →

Posted in Quilt of Valor, Tutorials | 4 Comments

Finish It Up Friday ~ Hexie Quilt

Posted on February 2, 2018 by katyquilts

It’s done! I started piecing this top back in 2013. It is mostly hand pieced, but I did machine sew a few seams. It isn’t a true charm quilt as there are repeated fabrics. Here’s a look at the backing … Continue reading →

Posted in Civil War Repro Quilts, Finishes, Hand piecing, Hexagons, Traditional, Traditional Quilts, UFOs, Uncategorized | 26 Comments

January/February Goals

Posted on February 1, 2018 by katyquilts

I never did set any goals for myself in January! I guess that means I met all of them….or none of them! 😳 Anyway, here is what I did finish this month. My Jeep quilt. And one baby quilt. I’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Goals | 5 Comments

Small Quilts 2017

Posted on January 31, 2018 by katyquilts

Here are all the small quilts I made in 2017. I define small quilts as anything smaller than a baby quilt. Most of these are much smaller. Enjoy! Have a great day!

Posted in Doll Quilts, Finishes, Uncategorized | 12 Comments

Throw Quilts 2017

Posted on January 30, 2018 by katyquilts

I think this is my favorite size quilt to make. Here are all the throw quilts I finished in 2017. Have a great day!

Posted in Finishes, Uncategorized | 11 Comments

Hand Pieced Hexi Quilt

Posted on January 29, 2018 by katyquilts

I needed a break from sewing swap blocks the other day, so I pulled this out. I decided it is big enough and should be finished. I searched through my stash and found this green print for the border. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Hexagons, UFOs, Uncategorized | 13 Comments

Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Vintage Redwork

Posted on January 28, 2018 by katyquilts

Remember this vintage top? It was given to me by a friend a number of years ago. I basted it on the long arm last week to prepare for hand quilting. I’m going to try to pace myself by quilting … Continue reading →

Posted in Hand quilting, Uncategorized, Vintage Quilts | 11 Comments

Dutch Label Shop

Posted on January 27, 2018 by katyquilts

I was recently contacted by the Dutch Label Shop and asked if I would like to try out their labels. I looked at their site and was intrigued so I accepted their offer of a voucher and thought I would … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Finish It Up Friday ~ Baby Quilt

Posted on January 26, 2018 by katyquilts

I almost forgot to show you this finished baby quilt! I’m quite pleased with how it turned out. I love this pink for the back. Here is the panto I used. It is from Urban Elementz . Have a great … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby Quilts, Finishes, Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Uncategorized | 15 Comments