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!

June Wrap-Up

Posted on June 30, 2026 by katyquilts

It’s a wonder I finished anything this month. But I did! First up is my Fancy Four Patch quilt. This little impromptu table topper was fun. And this was finished some months ago, but the pattern was released this month … Continue reading →

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Miles of Binding

Posted on June 29, 2026 by katyquilts

This massive quilt is quilted and trimmed and the binding is in process. I even made some progress on my America 250 quilt. It sure feels good to have moved forward on these two projects. Have a great day!

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The Perfect House?

Posted on June 28, 2026 by katyquilts

I follow this account on Instagram. I think this could be the perfect getaway cottage! Isn’t it adorable? In case you are wondering, here is the bathroom. What do you think? Could you live here? I think I could! As … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on June 27, 2026 by katyquilts

I always check the book section when we go thrifting. This one caught my eye. I did leave it there. 😂 I finished another puzzle. Sadly, it was missing a piece. This was from my fortune cookie at our favorite … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Modern Lily

Posted on June 26, 2026 by katyquilts

Did you see? AccuQuilt has released a new Curved Log Cabin BOB die! I got my hands on it early and created a pattern called Modern Lily. And here it is! Before I stitched the blocks together, I had a … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday

Posted on June 25, 2026 by katyquilts

Here is a post from ten years ago with lessons learned. Enjoy! Finish It Up Friday ~ The Hawaiian Version Posted on June 17, 2016 by katyquilts No, I’m not in Hawaii. I am in Arizona! Yay! But Hubby and I did go to … Continue reading →

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Thanks!

Posted on June 24, 2026 by katyquilts

Looks like great minds think alike! I asked a friend at quilt group yesterday and she agreed. The Bauhaus design won. Thanks for the input. Apparently, I also have a new helper at the long arm. So much for my … Continue reading →

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A Big Leap Forward

Posted on June 23, 2026 by katyquilts

Once I got my alternate blocks cut, I got down to business! The top is done and loaded. But I can’t figure out how to quilt this monster. These are the three pantographs I’m considering. I’m looking for a mid … Continue reading →

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Little by Little

Posted on June 22, 2026 by katyquilts

My America 250 quilt may not be done by the 4th. That’s okay. It is growing slowly. I do have all the pieces blocks done for my green diamond quilt. Now I need to cut the plain alternate blocks. Have … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on June 21, 2026 by katyquilts

Mr. Wonderful found this cool puzzle for me. It is made of wood and the pieces are fun shapes. This is why I’m playing with fabric more than rocks lately. I love this. And I detest frogs and toads, but … Continue reading →

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