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!

WIP Wednesday 

Posted on June 7, 2017 by katyquilts

Recently, I cut out pieces for another new quilt. The colors are all blues, browns, creams, and tans. I might use this as a leader ender project. Maybe not. Of course I had to sew a few together just to … Continue reading →

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And the answer is…..

Posted on June 6, 2017 by katyquilts

The other day, I showed you the tiny quilt I made and asked if you could tell which piece of fabric was not vintage. Several of you guessed that the white binding was new. Nope! It was the green sashing … Continue reading →

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Another Vintage Top!

Posted on June 5, 2017 by katyquilts

We had a great weekend! Yesterday, Mr. Wonderful and I went to a local antique fest. I brought home another vintage quilt to hand quilt. The dashing is missing on the top edge. I wonder if I should try to … Continue reading →

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Black and White

Posted on June 3, 2017 by katyquilts

The drive home from my parents is just about 500 miles. I listen to audio books when I go by myself. Sometimes I stop at thrift stores along the way. This time, I decided to stop and take black and … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Vintage Baby Top

Posted on June 2, 2017 by katyquilts

I finished the hand quilting on this little quilt the day that the last of my kids went home. I’m so pleased with how it turned out! I didn’t make any attempt to square it up. The fans may seem … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby Quilts, Finishes, Hand quilting, Uncategorized, Vintage Fabrics, Vintage Quilts | 20 Comments

Progress

Posted on June 1, 2017 by katyquilts

I am back home again. My dad is hanging in there! I appreciate all your kind thoughts and prayers. I will probably head back again soon. I took more projects than I had time to work on. But I did … Continue reading →

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May/June Goals

Posted on May 31, 2017 by katyquilts

May was pretty crazy. But since sewing helps keep me sane, I did accomplish a few things. Here is my list from last month and my results. 1. I want to finish this quilt. Done! 2. I would also like to … Continue reading →

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Bucket List Quilt

Posted on May 30, 2017 by katyquilts

Have you seen this tiny quilt on Pinterest? It has been on my quilt bucket list for a few years.  I finally decided to make a little kit so I could make it in Wisconsin. I used almost all vintage … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2017

Posted on May 29, 2017 by katyquilts

Remembering.

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DWMonday ~ What’s better than a box of chocolates?

Posted on May 29, 2017 by katyquilts

Why, a box of quilt pieces, of course! Remember last fall when I made a few of these blocks? I’ve finally cut a few more. Maybe next time I get a craving, I’ll reach for these instead of the chocolate…..maybe….. … Continue reading →

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