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!

Tiny 9 Patches

Posted on January 10, 2024 by katyquilts

A quilter I follow on Instagram, has proposed a quilt along involving 1 1/2” finished size 9 patches. I’m intrigued, but I’m not sure I can do it. I decided to make one block that size and one in a … Continue reading →

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Snow Day Savings!

Posted on January 9, 2024 by katyquilts

Just popping in to let you know that AccuQuilt has free shipping today on orders of ANY size! So while you are staying cozy at home, check out the latest deals from AccuQuilt and get it shipped free. ☺️ These … Continue reading →

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2023 Small Quilts Part 1

Posted on January 9, 2024 by katyquilts

I made so many small quilts this past year, that I had to make two posts! Here is the first. So many fun little bits here. Hope they provide some inspiration for you. Have a great day!

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TAW Again

Posted on January 8, 2024 by katyquilts

The last blocks have been designed. Now I need to find a fabric to go between the blocks. I’m thinking about a stripe. Maybe. Have a great day!

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on January 7, 2024 by katyquilts

I was in the mood for some mindless stitching. So I whipped up a little improv piece. I’m using variegated perle cotton to quilt with. The fabrics are scraps that I hand dyed. I’ll be making it up as I … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on January 6, 2024 by katyquilts

Some food for thought. My holiday puzzle. The parks here are lovely! The grand dogs were here recently. I wonder why they all sit by Mr. Wonderful? I found this purse at a sale. It is so NOT me….and yet….. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Valentine

Posted on January 5, 2024 by katyquilts

I love a quick and easy project now and then! I had fun with the quilting on this one. And I found the perfect backing in my stash. You may notice that many of these pinks do not “go together.” … Continue reading →

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2023 Bed Quilts

Posted on January 4, 2024 by katyquilts

Here are the bed size quilts I finished this past year. Have a great day!

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December Wrap Up

Posted on January 3, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s been a busy month, as December often is. Over the last few years, we have greatly simplified our Christmas celebrations, preferring to focus on the most important things, Jesus and family. But heading out west and working on home … Continue reading →

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Something New

Posted on January 2, 2024 by katyquilts

I’ve been working on some secret sewing that I can’t share just yet. But I was in the mood to take a break from that. I grabbed this bin of 2” squares and played a bit. I had a lot … Continue reading →

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