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!

Throwback Thursday ~ Our Scrappy Nation

Posted on November 7, 2024 by katyquilts

I first published the following post in November of 2016 so some numbers and details are now different. But my feeling is the same. I believe the message is still true. I’m turning off comments on this post, because I … Continue reading →

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Woven Stars

Posted on November 6, 2024 by katyquilts

I finally finished the blocks and cut out my backgrounds pieces for this Fat Quarter Shop quilt along quilt. I cut some of my pieces wrong, but I was able to piece scraps together to make what I had work. … Continue reading →

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Election Day

Posted on November 5, 2024 by katyquilts

Vote like your life depends upon it. Have a great day!

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30s Fence Rail Blocks

Posted on November 4, 2024 by katyquilts

Remember these? I pieced these in the RV. I had miscounted when I cut and was short by 54 blue rectangles. I finally cut them out. It won’t take long to get the last few blocks pieced now. I just … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on November 3, 2024 by katyquilts

Remember this little top? It was time to quilt it. This machine feels so different from the others I’ve had. Not perfect, but no tension issues! Today I plan to hand stitch this facing down. Have a great day!

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This and That

Posted on November 2, 2024 by katyquilts

We stopped by the library this week. They didn’t have a lot of quilting books, but these looked interesting. I got some deals at the local thrift shop last week! I got everything in the two photos above for $8. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday

Posted on November 1, 2024 by katyquilts

Another finish from last summer! I’m quite smitten with this simple quilt. It’s all about the fabric! I did a large meander to keep it soft. I love this dotty binding fabric. You will be happy to know that I’m … Continue reading →

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October Wrap-Up

Posted on October 31, 2024 by katyquilts

What a month it has been! Here are my finishes. Not bad considering we also spent a good chunk of the month traveling. The pattern I wrote for AccuQuilt for this quilt was also released this month. it uses a … Continue reading →

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Vintage Quilt Repair

Posted on October 30, 2024 by katyquilts

Can you see my repair? It sticks out like a sore thumb. This is a reminder of what it looked like to begin with. I started by appliquéing a piece of fabric on the back. I can’t find my bin … Continue reading →

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Hearts

Posted on October 29, 2024 by katyquilts

I think I ended up with about 24 four inch hearts from my table runner. I used this die from AccuQuilt to cut the hearts. Then I add a ribbon and label and it’s ready to go! I made a … Continue reading →

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