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!

A New Project and Some Practice

Posted on June 21, 2014 by katyquilts

Yesterday I made a few receiving blankets for Baby E as the ones he received as shower gifts were too small! Last night I had time to work on my own projects and felt a bit stymied as to what … Continue reading →

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Finish it up Friday – My New Sewing Room!

Posted on June 20, 2014 by katyquilts

As many of you know, five weeks ago our basement flooded due to a sump pump failure (yes, we had a backup that failed at the same time). This resulted in a major renovation project. In the process, Mr. Wonderful … Continue reading →

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Thises and Thats

Posted on June 19, 2014 by katyquilts

That is what we say around here to mean a collection of miscellaneous things. I have been up to some thises and thats! First I quilted the June challenge quilt for SQT. It is ready for hand finishing of the … Continue reading →

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Work in Progress Wednesday

Posted on June 18, 2014 by katyquilts

I made a little progress on my small 4 patch quilt last night. I am making this out of vintage fabrics so that makes fabric selection a little bit harder. I found enough of a vintage double pink to cut … Continue reading →

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A Wee Bit of Stitching

Posted on June 17, 2014 by katyquilts

That is all I have done lately. This morning I sewed these 12 4 patches for my June Small Quilt Talk group challenge. Mr. Wonderful and I made a quick trip to IKEA before all the excitement started and I … Continue reading →

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Design Wall Monday

Posted on June 16, 2014 by katyquilts

The most exciting part of DWM is that I actually have a design wall! But this won’t get much attention this week! Thanks to everyone for all the lovely comments regarding our new grandson. I am behind on responding and … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the World….

Posted on June 15, 2014 by katyquilts

……. Elijah Michael. Born on Father ‘s Day, June 15, 2014 at 11:49 AM. Weighing in at 9 pounds and 5 ounces and 21″ tall. I love you.

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Finally!

Posted on June 14, 2014 by katyquilts

Yesterday, I was finally able to take a little time to sit down and actually sew in my new room! It was glorious! It isn’t 100% done but it is so close. Just need to move my long arm machine … Continue reading →

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Happy National Sewing Machine Day!

Posted on June 13, 2014 by katyquilts

In honor of National Sewing Machine Day, I am going to share a few pics of some of my favorite machines.   Have a great day!

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A Finish!

Posted on June 12, 2014 by katyquilts

Remember the picture I showed yesterday? Here is the full reveal. Ta daaa!!! I know some if you are gasping and spitting out your coffee at the fact that I painted a vintage sewing cabinet like this. Let me assure … Continue reading →

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