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 November 4, 2023 by katyquilts

I’ve had this on my list for ages and finally read it. I’m not a huge Steinbeck fan, but the premise caught my interest. It was interesting, but just okay. Does that even make sense? Now I’m reading this. I … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Scrappy Stars

Posted on November 3, 2023 by katyquilts

The blocks for this quilt were made as part of a sew along headed up by Taryn, @reproquiltlover, on Instagram. It was so fun! The blocks are small, finishing at six inches. I couldn’t think of how to quilt this, … Continue reading →

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Another Idea for the 4 Patches

Posted on November 2, 2023 by katyquilts

This is another idea I considered for my leader/ender 4 patches. Since I wasn’t having success with my first idea, I decided to try to combine these ideas. Oh, yeah! I think this might work! Have a great day!

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October Wrap-Up

Posted on November 1, 2023 by katyquilts

Thank you all for your lovely comments on Mr. Wonderful’s retirement! As this post publishes, we are sleeping in without an alarm clock. 😊 It’s been a busy month for me, but in spite of traveling and being sick, I … Continue reading →

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Mr. Wonderful

Posted on October 31, 2023 by katyquilts

I’m really not sure where to begin with this post. I’m feeling very sentimental today. This is Mr. Wonderful. He has been my best friend for nearly forty years and my husband for over 37 years. Together we have raised … Continue reading →

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Leader/Ender 4 Patches

Posted on October 30, 2023 by katyquilts

Remember these? I had an idea that I might lay them out like a quilt in this book. Here it is.  I cut a few patches to play with. None of this is really working for me. Some days … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on October 29, 2023 by katyquilts

I finished quilting my Scrappy Stars quilt. And I’m onto the binding. I also picked up a small knitting project. Just a dishcloth, but perfect to work on while watching TV with the mister. You can find the free pattern … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on October 28, 2023 by katyquilts

A few more snippets from my recent trip to the the Valley of the Sun. I stopped at a garage sale and these were in the FREE box! No idea what they will become, but I had to rescue them. … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Four Patch Strippy

Posted on October 27, 2023 by katyquilts

I started making these four patches as leader/enders before leaving AZ last spring. I made a few more in August when I was there, and finally finished on my most recent trip. I love the result! Except for that slightly … Continue reading →

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Last AQS Post

Posted on October 26, 2023 by katyquilts

Here is my last post sharing quilts from the Grand Rapids AQS show. It was really inspiring. Have a great day!

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