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!

Machine Quilting the Strippie Quilt

Posted on March 17, 2024 by katyquilts

Mi was asked to share more details on how I long arm quilted my strippie quilt. I used two templates and a straight edge. This curved ruler from HandiQuilter was used for the feather spines. This circle template was used … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on March 16, 2024 by katyquilts

I won this package from Moda and Amy’s Creative Side in the Instagram Quilt Festival! it hasn’t arrived yet, but I’m so excited! I’ve been quilting up some orphan blocks to use for quilted hearts. One of my grands loves … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ 2023 Temperature Quilt

Posted on March 15, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s finally done! I’m pretty happy with how it turned out too. Mr. Wonderful helped me take a few photos in the wild. Here are some details. I used plain old white on the back since this will be hung … Continue reading →

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Star and Cross

Posted on March 14, 2024 by katyquilts

I got a new AccuQuilt die! I decided to cut pieces from three solids and play with different color placements. Stay tuned, I do have a plan. Have a great day!

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In the sewing room…..

Posted on March 13, 2024 by katyquilts

Thanks to all who entered my giveaway for the AccuQuilt GO! Me cutter! The giveaway closes this morning at 10 Central Time so you may still have a chance to enter. Check out yesterday’s post for details. I started cutting … Continue reading →

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A Big Instagram Giveaway!

Posted on March 12, 2024 by katyquilts

The AccuQuilt GO! Me might be small, but it can do big things! And today, I get to give one away over on Instagram! Let me share a bit about this cutter and then I’ll share how you can enter … Continue reading →

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Leader/Ender

Posted on March 11, 2024 by katyquilts

My leader/ender project has taken center stage. Can you see where I’m headed here? I just can’t leave it alone! I could have made this much bigger, but my plan is to donate this to Project Linus. Now, I really … Continue reading →

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Saguaro Ranch Park

Posted on March 10, 2024 by katyquilts

The mister and I visited this park in Glendale on Saturday. The ranch was built in the late 1800s by a man who brought his family out due to his son’s TB. It is really beautiful. And I found quilts! … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on March 9, 2024 by katyquilts

The mister and I did this puzzle this week. It was a tough one, but so cool! I found this Bernina at Goodwill. It was only the machine. I tried it out with the cord from my other Bernina. It … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Pink Strippie

Posted on March 8, 2024 by katyquilts

My pink strippie quilt is done! I used leftover backing fabric for the binding. Here’s is look at the back. I’m really glad I finally used that pink fabric that I’ve saved for so long! Have a great day!

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