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!

Sewing table update

A few of you asked if it was difficult to access the bobbin in my new sewing desk. I ain’t gonna lie….it isn’t the easiest due to the thickness of the table top. However, wonderful DH has modified it by cutting … Continue reading →

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My wonderful husband…..

…..came home last night with these: But that is not all. Oh no, that is not all…..he also brought these: No special reason, no birthday, no holiday. He just loves me. How awesome is he???? Until next time……

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Sneak peak….

of a new piece I am working on for a local show….. Oh, I am loving this new desk/cabinet! Back to work!

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What to do with practice pieces?

My free motion quilting is not good these days……I am WAYYYYY out of practice. Most books will tell you to doodle on a practice sandwich of top, batting, and backing before starting on the “real” piece. Good advice. But what … Continue reading →

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A new sewing table!

I have the best dear husband! I am forever trying to figure out the ultimate quilting/sewing set up. He puts up with a lot in my fiddling with things. He often ends up getting invloved. He does a great job! … Continue reading →

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It’s working!

Well, I have written about my total lack of creativity as far as art quilting goes. For the longest time, I found myself wandering into the sewing room, looking around and moving a few things and walking back out again. I have … Continue reading →

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Desert Textures

One of the things I loved about the desert was the huge variety of textures everywhere I looked! I hope you enjoy this little closeup tour: Hope you enjoyed this little mini tour! Until next time….

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Arizona is the place to be!

And that is exactly where I have been! I flew out to Phoenix for a week to visit my son.  He lives on the west side in Avondale and goes to school at UTI. It was a wonderful week of … Continue reading →

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A few oldies….

Since I am still in my traditional quilting kick, I thought I would show you a couple golden oldie quilts. The first one was made with friendship blocks swapped way back in the hey day of the AOL Quilting Forum! … Continue reading →

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Dear Jane….I am sorry but…..

I just don’t think I can follow your rules. I know you worked hard on all those 4 1/2″ blocks and I tried to follow the book, really I did. But it just isn’t going to happen. Love and admiration, … Continue reading →

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