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!

DWMonday ~ Gee’s Bend…or Not…

Posted on September 5, 2016 by katyquilts

Several years ago, I found this quilt kit at a store called Tuesday Morning.  You know I couldn’t leave it there! Even though, I was not going to make this quilt. It would only ever look like a poor copy … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday &  My Week in AZ

Posted on September 4, 2016 by katyquilts

I’m flying home today. I have had a wonderful trip, but it is always hard to say good bye. I am looking forward to some more slow stitching on my daisy blocks today. I now have 13 of 20 finished!  … Continue reading →

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A Different Kind of Fiber Art ~ Shoes

Posted on September 3, 2016 by katyquilts

Fiber Art is a term that can cover a multitude of types from knitting, needlepoint, quilting, weaving etc….. I am calling this one fiber art because it is painting on canvas shoes…..and it is most definitely art! I recently contacted … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Quilts of Valor

Posted on September 2, 2016 by katyquilts

Since I am out of town, I saved up some of the Quilts of Valor that I have recently quilted for our Stitching Sisters QOV group  to share with you today. I love them all! This first one was made … Continue reading →

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Gwennie Inspired Medallion Quilt Along Round 4 Reveal!

Posted on September 1, 2016 by katyquilts

It’s that time again! I am so excited for this month’s reveal! You may remember that I got to choose the theme for this round and I chose stars. This is what my medallion looked like before adding my stars: … Continue reading →

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Throwback…..Wednesday?

Posted on August 31, 2016 by katyquilts

Tomorrow is a rather big bloggy day around here, it will be the reveal for the 4th round of the Gwenny Inspired QAL. So in light of that, I decided to post a Throwback Wednesday edition here today. You all … Continue reading →

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16 Patch Questions

Posted on August 30, 2016 by katyquilts

PSA: I just read my email from Missouri Star and this very same jelly roll is the Daily Deal for today! This is only good for August 30th, 2016.  I had a couple questions about my 16 patch blocks that … Continue reading →

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August/September Goals

Posted on August 30, 2016 by katyquilts

Time to look back at my goals for the last month and make some plans for this month! 1. I want to get that darn EPP mini done! I’m sick of it! Done! 2. I want to finish the Twist … Continue reading →

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DWMonday ~ 16 patch Quilt of Valor

Posted on August 29, 2016 by katyquilts

Missouri Star Quilt Company e-mails are dangerous. They have daily deals that are tempting! But handy. I ordered this jelly roll recently and it arrived the day before I went to the QOV sew day.   I like these Robert … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday ~ More Daisies

Posted on August 28, 2016 by katyquilts

Thank you all for the suggestions regarding needles and thread for this project. I ended up using pearl cotton in size 8 and a chenille needle (can’t remember the size). I am loving these! And I am  really and truly … Continue reading →

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