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 June 8, 2024 by katyquilts

Mr. Wonderful and I moved Dora to a campsite about 45 minutes from our house. It is lovely and quiet. We plan to stay there now and again until our house here is sold. The pups love it! Meanwhile back … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday

Posted on June 7, 2024 by katyquilts

I almost didn’t finish this. I don’t love it, but I learned a lot making it. Here’s a look at the back. I finished it with a facing. I do love the texture and this kind of quilting was enjoyable … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday ~ Solids

Posted on June 6, 2024 by katyquilts

Since I’ve been playing so much with solids lately, I thought it would be fun to look back at a few others I’ve made in the past. Enjoy! Have a great day!

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Deal Alert!

Posted on June 5, 2024 by katyquilts

Did you see this? Connecting Threads has an end of bolt sale with beautiful fabrics and fantastic prices. I love Grunge! And it’s on sale all month at Fat Quarter Shop . And while you are there, check out the … Continue reading →

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Sourdough

Posted on June 5, 2024 by katyquilts

I’m still working on piecing my Two by Four top together. But I couldn’t resist playing with the leftovers from that top! Seriously, the scraps from one quilt lead to the next just like sourdough starter! I think I’d like … Continue reading →

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Two by Four

Posted on June 4, 2024 by katyquilts

That’s what I’ve decided to call this one. I finished the checkerboard pieces and debated about using gray or black for the background. The black won. I did get the pieces cut. And they are all arranged and clipped into … Continue reading →

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More on those leftovers…

Posted on June 3, 2024 by katyquilts

We have been working hard on the house, which leaves less sewing time than I’d like. But sew I must, for my sanity. I thought I’d share a bit how I’m getting this project closer to the finish line in … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 2, 2024 by katyquilts

I’m finally doing a little hand stitching! I’m using perle cotton. This is what I’m using to mark the stitching in the border. I much prefer my Hera marker, a gift from Sweet Ila, but I accidentally left it in … Continue reading →

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May Wrap-Up

Posted on June 1, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s been a crazy month, but I still got some things done! Two are tops so they aren’t technically finishes, but I’ll take it! Have a great day!

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Little Bowties

Posted on May 31, 2024 by katyquilts

My little bow tie quilt is done and Willy seems to enjoy it! This was a good little bit to practice my machine quilting. I was hating it while I worked on it. But I guess it is okay. This … Continue reading →

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