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!

New Pantographs!

Posted on December 2, 2017 by katyquilts

I ordered some new pantographs during Digitech’s Black Friday sale. Most of these would be great for beginners. If you are new to pantos, I’d stay away fromSound Wave and Radio Waves. I can’t wait to try these out! But … Continue reading →

Posted in Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Finish It Up Friday ~ Stars QOV

Posted on December 1, 2017 by katyquilts

Here is another QOV from a Stitching Sisters member, Annette. I love the Baptist Fans. But I’m not in love with the thread I used on the back. Live and learn. The binding was sent along with this top, just … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Quilt of Valor | 8 Comments

November/December Goals

Posted on November 30, 2017 by katyquilts

Warning: this is a very picture heavy post! It’s time to review my goals and plan for the very last month of 2017. It was quite a productive month for me. It’s amazing how much you can get done when … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Goals, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

In Praise of Vintage Stash….

Posted on November 29, 2017 by katyquilts

Have you ever gone through your stash and ditched old fabrics you didn’t like anymore? I have. But thankfully, a few pieces missed the trash bag. And I’m so glad! I finished this quilt for a lady that bought the … Continue reading →

Posted in Customer Quilts, Finishes | 7 Comments

QOV 

Posted on November 28, 2017 by katyquilts

If this Quilt of Valor looks familiar, it’s because this top is the same pattern as the one I showed yesterday. Val made this top. I think it’s fun to see how the same pattern can look quilted differently. Here … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Yet Another QOV

Posted on November 27, 2017 by katyquilts

Thank you to all for the kind comments regarding our next grandchild due in July. We could not be happier! Now onto quilty things. The lovely quilt top was pieced by Nadine. I used a pantograph from Urban Elementz called … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Pantographs, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Vintage Broken Dishes

Posted on November 26, 2017 by katyquilts

Well, even with the grand doggies here, I have managed a bit of progress hand quilting this vintage crib quilt. I am now 2/3s of the way done. I think I can finish before Christmas. While stitching, I’ll be dreaming … Continue reading →

Posted in Hand quilting | 17 Comments

Merry Christmas to me!

Posted on November 25, 2017 by katyquilts

I’ve wanted a Juki for a long time. I finally found a good deal and bought one! This is the Juki TL2000Qi. There is a newer model out, but it was more than I was willing to pay. My first … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 11 Comments

Finish It Up Friday ~ Christmas Pillow

Posted on November 24, 2017 by katyquilts

We’ve so enjoyed an extended visit from Daughter #2. It will be hard to see her leave tomorrow . But I will hold onto the memories and be thankful for this time. Since she won’t be here at Christmas, she … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafty Things, Finishes | 16 Comments

Thankful

Posted on November 23, 2017 by katyquilts

This past year has been one of the most stressful of my life. And yet, I have so very much to be thankful for. I got to spend several months with my precious grandsons in Arizona. Beautiful Daughter #2 came … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Uncategorized | 14 Comments