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!

Star Pop Progress

Sewing again! I changed my previous post about this, but wanted to let you know here as well. This pattern is called Star Pop, NOT Sparkle Pop. And I have a helper again today. 😄 I placed my blocks on … Continue reading

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Leader/Enders ~ Tiny SMT

Remember the Scrappy Meets Thrift challenge? These are the pieces I cut for my second version. I’m using this as a leader/ender project. So far, I have 25 two inch blocks. It’s a perfect leader/ender project. Have a great day!

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Sparkle Pop

Correction! This is called Star Pop NOT Sparkle Pop. I’ve long admired Emily Dennis ‘ pattern called Sparkle Pop. I rarely work from patterns, so you know I must love this one! Anyway, I figured a way to make it … Continue reading

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Slow Stitching Sunday

This quilt is difficult to photograph. I have one row of fans completed. Time to turn the corner on to a short side. And some words of wisdom. Have a great day!

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This and That

If I were to have business cards…. 😂. Just kidding! Bonnie from Quiltville posted this chuckle! These trees in the Midwest are something else! This is a 200 year old oak. The trunk is massive. Too funny! And I leave … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday…..Almost!

I got my little top completed, minus the borders. I didn’t pack enough of the blue to do the borders. Here is a reminder of my inspiration quilt. I could do narrower borders, but it wouldn’t be the same. So … Continue reading

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Throwback Thursday

This is the pattern I planned to follow for my Oops Baby Quilt! 😂 Maybe next time I’ll get it right. Have a great day! Finish It Up Friday ~ Moda Love Posted on May 29, 2020 by katyquilts I should call this the … Continue reading

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Progress!

This picture looks a lot brighter than it really is! I’m really enjoying making these blocks. And this sweet baby girl. Had to share another photo. After taking this, she crawled in my lap so sewing time was over. But … Continue reading

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Grandma’s Diary

I spent some time reading hubby’s grandma’s diary while visiting my Mother in Love. I’ve shared a bit of this before, but I enjoy these glimpses into her life so much! I hope you enjoy them as well. Have a … Continue reading

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RV Sewing!

We stayed put for a few days, so I got out my sewing machine. I love my little set up. And I had a very cute helper! I’ve been itching to start these blocks. They will finish at six inches. … Continue reading

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