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!

May Wrap-Up

Posted on May 31, 2025 by katyquilts

It’s been a good month in the KatyQuilts studio. Here are my finishes. Have a great day!

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Toddler Quilt

Posted on May 30, 2025 by katyquilts

Like my creative name? 😂 This was a really quick finish using dies from my AccuQuilt 16” Qube. It finished at 48 by 56 inches. This is the pantograph I used. I love it when I find a perfect binding … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Madder 2

Posted on May 29, 2025 by katyquilts

It’s hard to believe that five years ago we were in the thick of the COVID mess. I sure don’t miss that. I hope you enjoy this look back at what I was working on then. I might have to … Continue reading →

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Something New Part 2

Posted on May 28, 2025 by katyquilts

Many people think there is a lot of fabric waste when using AccuQuilt dies. So I thought I’d share a bit about that with my current project. These are the dies I’m using from the 16” Qube. I’m using a … Continue reading →

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The List

Posted on May 27, 2025 by katyquilts

I’ve been setting aside projects for the summer for sometime now. We will soon be heading out to spend the summer in Dora, our RV. Here is my list of projects (so far): 2. I Spy quilt 3. My Tiny … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 26, 2025 by katyquilts

“For the greatest love of all is a love that sacrifices all. And this great love is demonstrated when a person sacrifices his life for his friends.”‭‭John‬ ‭15‬:‭13‬ ‭TPT‬‬

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Weekend Bonus!

Posted on May 25, 2025 by katyquilts

I was asked about how I quilt Baptism Fans on my long arm. I use design boards. Hopefully, these videos I posted to Instagram will help you to visualize how it works. Here is The first one. And here is … Continue reading →

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Little Vintage 9 Patch

Posted on May 25, 2025 by katyquilts

Ever the one to over pack, I’m thinking about another hand quilting project for the summer. I bought this quilt about ten years ago at an antique shop out here. It is small. I think the 9 patches are about … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on May 24, 2025 by katyquilts

I finally found a coffee cup big enough for me! I saw this road runner at the library recently. Isn’t he handsome? Road runners are so fun to watch! I found this vintage fabric at Goodwill. I have no idea … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Scrappy Meets Thrifty Challenge

Posted on May 23, 2025 by katyquilts

My challenge quilt is done! I have so enjoyed this stitch along. Of course, I had to quilt with Baptist Fans. I used a plain backing, just because it was handy. Still working on machine binding. My hands just don’t … Continue reading →

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