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!

Finish It Up Friday

Posted on August 28, 2015 by katyquilts

I did more than paint this week while hubby was gone, just not a lot more! I did finish two small quilts. A while back, I shared some of my ladder quilts. It got me in the mood to make … Continue reading →

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Some New Projects

Posted on August 27, 2015 by katyquilts

Yesterday was a very full day. In the morning before work, I put one baby quilt top together.  As you can see, the piecing is simple, but I love the bold, graphic nature. It will be so fun to quilt! … Continue reading →

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WIP Wednesday

Posted on August 26, 2015 by katyquilts

No painting for me yesterday! I did spend a bit of time moving some things around in the newly painted bedroom. And I worked on my new little quilt that I shared yesterday. I started laying out pieces like this.  … Continue reading →

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Inspiration

Posted on August 25, 2015 by katyquilts

Lori at Humble Quilts posted a picture yesterday of a small quilt she had made using a kit sent to her by Wendy from The Constant Quilter. You can see Lori’s quilt here. It is adorable!  If you haven’t seen … Continue reading →

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Design Wall Monday -Leaders/Enders 

Posted on August 24, 2015 by katyquilts

I finally did it. I cut up my Downton Abbey Charm squares. I did decide on making a 4 patch variation, but not the one I showed last week.   I used my 4 1/2 inch square die and my 2 … Continue reading →

Posted in Accuquilt Studio Cutter, Design Wall Monday | 12 Comments

Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on August 23, 2015 by katyquilts

I sorted out the missing hexies for my Brinton Hall quilt and am about halfway through app,queuing this green ring to its background.  I have another bit of hand stitching I would like to get done today as well, the … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday – QOV Edition

Posted on August 21, 2015 by katyquilts

I’ve been working on QOVs this week. First up is Kathy’s from the Stitching Sisters group.       The panto I used is called Eagle’s Landing. I love it! Here is a look at the back. Next is Val’s. It is hard … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday

Posted on August 20, 2015 by katyquilts

Good Morning! Since I am still quilting on that QOV that I showed you yesterday, I thought I would pull out an oldie once again. My son has always loved cars and graduated in 2010 from UTI with a degree … Continue reading →

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WIP Wednesday

Posted on August 19, 2015 by katyquilts

I’m currently working on my third QOV for the week. This top was made by a lady that is in ill health so this will be her last. She gave very specific instructions for how she wanted this to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Machine quilting, Quilt of Valor, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Amy’s Quilting Studio Link Party

Posted on August 18, 2015 by katyquilts

Amy over at Amy’s Free Motion Quilting Adventures has just given her studio an update. She and her hubby have done a wonderful job! You have to see her  awesome tables on wheels with metal storage shelves underneath. To celebrate, she has … Continue reading →

Posted in Sewing Room Pics, Storage, Uncategorized | 12 Comments