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!

Greenfield Village

Posted on May 15, 2010 by katyquilts

Today was a lovely day here in Michigan even if it was a touch cool. My husband and youngest daughter and I all spent the day at Greenfield Village in Dearborn. This village was created by Henry Ford along with … Continue reading →

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A little of this and a little of that….

Posted on May 13, 2010 by katyquilts

…is about all I have gotten done the last few weeks! Today I sent my lovely oldest daughter off  to India for three weeks for a study abroad class. I will miss her but I know this is one more … Continue reading →

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Another baby quilt in the works…

Posted on May 5, 2010 by katyquilts

Life has been more than a little stressful lately. I decided I needed to get back into the sewing room for a low stress project. I started with this stripe I bought at least 5 years ago: I lined up … Continue reading →

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A finish!

Posted on April 28, 2010 by katyquilts

Despite dealing with a lovely cold  my husband so kindly shared with me, I did actually finish something this week! Yesterday I put the top together and quilted this baby quilt. I usually pre-wash everything but the green fabrics for … Continue reading →

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Where have I been?

Posted on April 26, 2010 by katyquilts

Last week was all about finishing projects, papers, and presentations. I have one more class and a final today and should be studying…..but am I? Well, yes, in between reading interesting stuff on the web and writing a blog post….thinking … Continue reading →

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And the winner is……..

Posted on April 19, 2010 by katyquilts

……..drumroll in the background……. Kathy Angel Lee! I will e-mail you shortly to get your mailing info! DH pulled your name out of the hat and your gift is being prepared! Thanks to all who have visited and left comments … Continue reading →

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A bit more of spring….

Posted on April 18, 2010 by katyquilts

…..because after a Michigan winter I cannot get enough of it! But first, don’t forget that the drawing formy 100th post give-away happens tomorrow so leave scroll down for details. Now onto the beauty that is spring! As always, all … Continue reading →

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Spring Textures

Posted on April 17, 2010 by katyquilts

It has been a lovely week here in Michigan for a change! I took advantage of the warmth on Thursday to get out and take a few pics in my yard. Lovely textures…. More to come! Until next time….

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ISMACS Block Swap Quilt

Posted on April 14, 2010 by katyquilts

ISMACS stands for the International Sewing Machine Collectors Society. I joined thisgroup  too long ago to remember and have learned so much from them. They have a daily e-mail digest that is free so if you love old sewing machines, … Continue reading →

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Not free for the taking……

Posted on April 13, 2010 by katyquilts

A note to all my readers…….the pictures I post on my blog are MINE! To state a bit more clearly, they are not free for you to lift and manipulate and repost as your own! They are considered copyrighted and … Continue reading →

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