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!

This and That

Posted on August 23, 2026 by katyquilts

Our quilt group is going to do a UFO exchange. I’m finally going to get rid of this project! I love the block pattern, but not in love with these fabrics. It does occur to me that I could use … Continue reading →

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Take a Walk With Me

Posted on August 22, 2026 by katyquilts

A walk around my backyard, that is! I love all the textures of the cacti. Palm trees always delight me. This narly thing is a totem pole cactus. Limes! A few rock finds. Have a great day!

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Finish It Up Friday

Posted on August 21, 2026 by katyquilts

My plaid Irish Chain quilt is done. As a reminder, I used my GO! Irish Chain Die for this. Click here to go to the site if you are interested in getting one for yourself. I kept the quilting simple … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday

Posted on August 20, 2026 by katyquilts

I had completely forgotten this quilt, until I found it while looking for something else. Enjoy! Finish It Up Friday My challenge quilt is done.  I’m not thrilled with the quilting. Red or black thread would have been better, but … Continue reading →

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Leader/Ender Update

Posted on August 19, 2026 by katyquilts

My leader/ender project from my temperature quilt leftovers has been growing slowly. These are all the pieces I have left to work with. I have no idea what the next step will be, but I love it so far. Have … Continue reading →

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Hmmmm….

Posted on August 18, 2026 by katyquilts

I don’t remember where or when I picked up this yard of fabric. The strips are five and a half inches wide. This is the info on the selvedge. I wonder what I could make with this bit. Have you … Continue reading →

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Irish Chain

Posted on August 17, 2026 by katyquilts

Moving right along here. I got the blocks all done at the quilt group sew day last week. I am really loving this die. You could make a whole quilt with all light blocks, all dark blocks, or half and … Continue reading →

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What have I done?

Posted on August 16, 2026 by katyquilts

Winslow Gracie Penny Wait, what? Yes, that is a new face. My pretty, little, copper Penny. Mister Wonderful knows what a tough summer this has been. Losing Harry was hard. When I held this sweet four pound girl, I fell … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on August 15, 2026 by katyquilts

My recent haul from Goodwill. How can I pass up Anna Maria Horner, Denise Schmidt etc? Our weather lately. This is so me. I always think the best part of going anywhere, is coming home. This is our Gracie. 🤣 … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Flagstaff

Posted on August 14, 2026 by katyquilts

I decided to call this small quilt Flagstaff. One of the things I love about Arizona, is the varied terrain and climate. This reminded me of the pine forests up north. Instead of binding, I faced this quilt. I have … Continue reading →

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