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!

SAS Fabric Shopping

Posted on September 10, 2016 by katyquilts

I’ve mentioned before my love of this fabric store in Phoenix. You have to be willing to do a bit of digging there, but if you have the time, there are some gems to be found! This is what I … Continue reading →

Posted in Fabric, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Finish It Up Friday ~ More QOVs

Posted on September 9, 2016 by katyquilts

Here are the rest of the Quilts of Valor from the Stitching Sisters goup that I quilted before my trip. The first one was quilted by Nadine. I wish you could see the background fabric, it was almost pearlescent, really … Continue reading →

Posted in Finishes, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 13 Comments

A Plethora of Projects

Posted on September 8, 2016 by katyquilts

I seem to have a case of quilter’s ADD right now. Perhaps it is just settling back in after a time away and not yet knowing where to focus my attention in the sewing room. I did add borders to … Continue reading →

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WIP Wednesday ~ Gee’s Geese

Posted on September 7, 2016 by katyquilts

I had a number of questions regarding this project and I will try to answer those today. I also received in the comments of my Monday post, come very important info if you are using any of the Gee’s Bend … Continue reading →

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Choosing Pantographs

Posted on September 6, 2016 by katyquilts

I get questions about pantographs that I use on my long arm all the time. I’ve been wanting to put together a post discussing these as I thought  it would be helpful to new long armers. And here it is! … Continue reading →

Posted in Long Arm Quilting, Longarm Quilting, Pantographs, Tutorials | 18 Comments

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 →

Posted in Design Wall Monday, Uncategorized | 21 Comments

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 →

Posted in Finishes, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 8 Comments

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 →

Posted in Gwennie inspired Medallion QAL, Gwennie QAL, Uncategorized | 29 Comments