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Finish It Up Friday

My little quilt is done. I wasn’t happy with the quilting and the fabric was pretty discolored. I didn’t even notice that big dark spot on the back until it was done. So I soaked it and washed it and … Continue reading

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The Green Dog 2.0

I made this green dog quilt a number of years ago. You can read about it here. It was given to an animal rescue for a fund raiser. I still love it. So it was inspiration for my new grandson’s … Continue reading

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Princess Feather

I was given this block a few years ago by a friend. Her applique is wonderful! So nice, that I’m afraid I will ruin it. But I’ve been pondering how to finish it. I think it might need a border … Continue reading

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Something New

I’ve started something new. We are looking forward to our seventh grandson, due this month! This quilt is constructed a bit backwards. I quilted it first. The design with be done with this. And this will be the binding. Back … Continue reading

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This and That

I found this panel at a thrift shop. The mister asked what in the world I was going to do with it. I told him honestly, I have no idea. Current read. Since I have a grandson with autism, I … Continue reading

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July Wrap-Up

I managed three finishes this month. This king size quilt was mostly done in June. This was late, but I at least finished it in the correct month. And this impromptu project came together just in time for a July … Continue reading

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Throwback Thursday ~ Metropolitan Fair

I had totally forgotten about this quilt! I guess that happens when they are given away. Enjoy! Finish It Up Friday ~ Metropolitan Fair! Posted on July 22, 2016 by katyquilts I started making the blocks for this quilt two years ago! Its … Continue reading

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Ugh

I decided to try out this set of design boards for the quilting on my little quilt. I’m not crazy about it. No, I actually really dislike it. Moving onto the binding. Have a good day

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A Little Distraction

I keep running across this vintage bit in the sewing room. I finally decided to do something with it. I decided to hand quilt it for a doll quilt. I found the perfect backing. Then I came to my senses … Continue reading

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Vintage Blues on the Frame

It’s not only on the frame, but quilting has begun. I’m using the same pattern boards as I did for my Freedom 250 quilt. This is a one inch diagonal grid. They work like pantographs, but instead of following a … Continue reading

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