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Art Quilts with Bias Tape

Posted on May 23, 2023 by katyquilts

I thought I’d share my process of using bias tape with you today. It really is fun to play with. First, I quilt my foundation. I like using parallel lines about a quarter to a half inch apart. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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A Finish on a Monday!

Posted on May 22, 2023 by katyquilts

Put a fork in it! This little mini was just the ticket for a little weekend sewing. The photo above shows the most accurate colors. The next photos are after washing. I used a half layer of Mountain Mist BlueRibbon … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on May 21, 2023 by katyquilts

I needed a break from show prep and pulled out this sweet little kit given to me by a friend. But I’m not always good at following directions…… I do love the fabrics in this kit. I added a couple … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on May 20, 2023 by katyquilts

Daughter #3 gave me this beautiful cactus for Mother’s Day last year. I can’t believe how much it has grown! This year, Daughter #1 gave me this one. It doesn’t have any pokeys! Her dog, Lola, is Winslow’s sister. All … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Tangled

Posted on May 19, 2023 by katyquilts

This quilt is why I wanted to work with bias tape. I had an idea in my head and needed to come up with a way to create it. I applied this all by hand and it took forever. Seriously, … Continue reading →

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A Tip for Cleaning Your Design Wall

Posted on May 18, 2023 by katyquilts

I know I just showed you my recovered design wall. Just before I found the new covering for it, I came across this gadget for cleaning it. This is what the other side looks like. This is the easiest thing … Continue reading →

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Scraps

Posted on May 17, 2023 by katyquilts

Along with rearranging the sewing room, comes dealing with scraps. These buckets are too full. I’m trying to discipline myself to chop them up. My 2 1/2” square bucket was nearly empty, so I’m mostly cutting for that. I’m cutting … Continue reading →

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Sewing Room Rearranging

Posted on May 16, 2023 by katyquilts

I set up this sewing space nearly nine years ago. It has undergone minor changes since then, but I decided it needed a major overhaul after returning from Arizona. I think it is a great boost for your creativity. You … Continue reading →

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Not Everything Turns Out…

Posted on May 15, 2023 by katyquilts

I think it’s a bit unfair to only show your best work, or even your okay work. Sometimes you need to share the good, the bad, AND the ugly. So here are a few rejects from the last few weeks … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on May 14, 2023 by katyquilts

Happy Mother’s Day! After church, Mr. Wonderful and I are going to a Harley Swap Meet and show. Later this afternoon, Daughter #1 and her family will be over. I got some slow stitching in yesterday while hubby and I … Continue reading →

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