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 ~ Vintage Diamonds

Posted on August 23, 2024 by katyquilts

Put a fork in it; this top is done! It feels so good to finally have an almost finish! This quilt is really all about the fabric. I love these prints from the 40s. This finished up around 34 by … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Vintage Stars

Posted on August 22, 2024 by katyquilts

Here we are with yet another throwback post! This was a vintage top that I purchased. I machine quilted it and gave it to a friend. Enjoy! I totally changed my mind on quilting this and decided on a light … Continue reading →

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Woven Stars Progress

Posted on August 21, 2024 by katyquilts

I desperately needed a break from house stuff so I started making some of these blocks. Honestly, it took a hot minute to get the hang of foundation paper piecing again. You can see the first one has two of … Continue reading →

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Those 9 Patches

Posted on August 20, 2024 by katyquilts

Finished! I had a bin of 2 inch squares that I had left here in Michigan and I made as many 9 patches as I could out of them. And this is what I ended up with. I had only … Continue reading →

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Woven Hearts 2

Posted on August 19, 2024 by katyquilts

I thought I’d share a bit more about the Woven Hearts Sew Along I’m working on for Fat Quarter Shop . We are using these foundation patterns. They come in a pad with 42 sheets in each pad. Here is … Continue reading →

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T-Shirts

Posted on August 18, 2024 by katyquilts

I’m a t-shirt person, always have been. I acquired quite a few while Daughter #2 was serving in the Air Force. I decided that someday, I will make myself a t-shirt quilt. And I decided to rough cut the pieces … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on August 17, 2024 by katyquilts

The mister’s flowers have been so beautiful this summer! In an age where blaming others seems to be a national sport, I thought this was a good reminder. My pretty girl. ❤️ Oscar had surgery last week. Mr. Wonderful did … Continue reading →

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Finished!

Posted on August 16, 2024 by katyquilts

Here is a photo from moving day (week?). We closed on Wednesday. It is time for another family to enjoy this beautiful home. If anyone needs me, I’ll be napping. 😴 Have a great day!

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Throwback Thursday ~ Dutch Hexies

Posted on August 15, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s hard to believe I finally finished this! I hope you enjoy this look back. Have a great day! After 20 years, this UFO is DONE! It seems quite fitting that this is my last finish for the decade! You … Continue reading →

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More 9 Patches

Posted on August 14, 2024 by katyquilts

I haven’t forgotten these 9 patches. These will finish at 4 1/2 inches. I spent some time sorting my bin of squares into little piles of five darks and four lights. That makes it easy to zip these through the … Continue reading →

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