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!

Rock Show Spoils

Posted on August 9, 2026 by katyquilts

Mister Wonderful took me to my first gem and mineral show up in Prescott last weekend. As you can see, I got into a bit of trouble. The finished pieces I saw there were incredible, but I went looking for … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on August 8, 2026 by katyquilts

I’m thinking about doing something with this orphan piece. I don’t know what, just thinking. My current read is this cozy mystery. It is mindless reading, perfect for when you can’t sleep. I made this with one of my grandsons. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday

Posted on August 7, 2026 by katyquilts

My little quilt is done. I wasn’t happy with the quilting and the fabric was pretty discolored. I didn’t even notice that big dark spot on the back until it was done. So I soaked it and washed it and … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Spool Quilt

Posted on August 6, 2026 by katyquilts

I had totally forgotten about this quilt! It was given away a number of years ago now. It’s fun to look back at it again. Enjoy! Friday Finish! Posted on July 19, 2013 by katyquilts I finished quilting and binding the vintage spool … Continue reading →

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The Green Dog 2.0

Posted on August 5, 2026 by katyquilts

I made this green dog quilt a number of years ago. You can read about it here. It was given to an animal rescue for a fund raiser. I still love it. So it was inspiration for my new grandson’s … Continue reading →

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Princess Feather

Posted on August 4, 2026 by katyquilts

I was given this block a few years ago by a friend. Her applique is wonderful! So nice, that I’m afraid I will ruin it. But I’ve been pondering how to finish it. I think it might need a border … Continue reading →

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Something New

Posted on August 3, 2026 by katyquilts

I’ve started something new. We are looking forward to our seventh grandson, due this month! This quilt is constructed a bit backwards. I quilted it first. The design with be done with this. And this will be the binding. Back … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on August 2, 2026 by katyquilts

I found this panel at a thrift shop. The mister asked what in the world I was going to do with it. I told him honestly, I have no idea. Current read. Since I have a grandson with autism, I … Continue reading →

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July Wrap-Up

Posted on August 1, 2026 by katyquilts

I managed three finishes this month. This king size quilt was mostly done in June. This was late, but I at least finished it in the correct month. And this impromptu project came together just in time for a July … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Vintage Blues

Posted on July 31, 2026 by katyquilts

Such a satisfying finish this is! I’ve counted at least 19 different pairs of hands have worked on this over the course of more than a century. I would have liked to have hand quilted this, but my hands wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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