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!

Flying Fish

Posted on September 2, 2024 by katyquilts

Remember these pieces I cut? I cut them using the Go! Flying Fish die from AccuQuilt . While sitting at the laundromat, I sorted my pieces and clipped them together into block kits. When we got back to Dora, I … Continue reading →

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August Wrap-Up

Posted on September 1, 2024 by katyquilts

I only managed one complete finish and two small tops this month. But since we sold our home and moved out, I’m considering that a win. This next one wasn’t finished this month, but the pattern was released so I … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on August 31, 2024 by katyquilts

Oh, Willy Boy! I don’t know why he has his tongue hanging out so often. As of August 16th, Mr. Wonderful and I have been married 38 years. He’s the best! I thought this was hilarious! A good reminder….😂 Before … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday

Posted on August 30, 2024 by katyquilts

Today I can share my first quilt top completed in Dora, our RV! My photos aren’t the best. Mr. Wonderful held the top for me. This top finished at 44 by 56. It will go to Project Linus when it … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Dear Betty

Posted on August 29, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s hard to believe I finished this back in 2016! Time sure flies. Enjoy! It all started with this Christmas gift from Daughter #1. I immediately loved it, but it took me a while to find the perfect pattern for … Continue reading →

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Still Making Progress…

Posted on August 28, 2024 by katyquilts

Are you tired of this yet? I am! But I have found that my setup here isn’t really conducive to working on more than one project at a time. So here we are. Pressing the whole top when I’m done … Continue reading →

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4 Patches

Posted on August 27, 2024 by katyquilts

Here is my pressing set up in Dora. When I need to press, I move my sewing machine to the dash and put this pressing surface on my table. Ready to sew these four patches together! Have a great day!

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Sewing Again!

Posted on August 26, 2024 by katyquilts

I’ve set up my sewing corner in our RV, Dora. I’m making simple four patches. I cut the pieces for this project before I left Arizona. I even have a helper! Before I go, I wanted to let you know … Continue reading →

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Camping

Posted on August 25, 2024 by katyquilts

Today I thought I would share a bit more about the campground where we are staying. We have a great site. The campground is called Wesleyan Woods and is owned by the Wesleyan Church. There is a river that snakes … Continue reading →

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Quilting in Progress

Posted on August 24, 2024 by katyquilts

Finally! My newest pattern for AccuQuilt is available on their web site! It seems ages ago that I created this door banner for them. Don’t you love that sewing machine? It’s a new die available from AccuQuilt . I also … Continue reading →

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