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This and That

Posted on July 13, 2024 by katyquilts

When we bought this house, almost twenty-five years ago, we slept on the floor for the first few nights. Looks like we are ending our time here the same way. We recently took the three Es to the zoo. The … Continue reading →

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Almost Finish It Up Friday ~ Strippie

Posted on July 12, 2024 by katyquilts

This little improv piece is finally done….well, the top is done. This is another one for the To Be Quilted in Arizona pile. In the mean time, which way is up? 1. 2. 3. 4. I debated adding a solid … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Wednesday ~ Sourdough 2

Posted on July 10, 2024 by katyquilts

It’s done. And it looks pretty good with my hydrangeas. Here is the back. Have I mentioned that random stitching is hard? This little bit finished at 8” by 12”. It was a fun little experiment. Thanks to all who … Continue reading →

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Those Cheddar Bits

Posted on July 9, 2024 by katyquilts

I decided to piece a backing for my little cheddar quilt. I found some scraps big enough. I rarely piece backings, but needs must. I’m not fabric shopping this summer! I’m thinking about hand quilting this, but maybe not. Hmmm… … Continue reading →

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Back to the Nines…

Posted on July 8, 2024 by katyquilts

I got so excited about these cheddar bits, that I couldn’t leave them alone! However, I got this far and something was really bothering me. Can you see it? It drives me nuts that there are two solid corners on … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Sourdough 2

Posted on July 7, 2024 by katyquilts

I was determined to do something with these bits! I sewed the three pieces together and basted for quilting. It will be an experimental piece. I want to stitch like the area in red below. I’m sure there is a … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on July 6, 2024 by katyquilts

I’m loving my new carpet! Although, it is easy to lose Willy on it. 😂 We even got new carpet on the stairs. I tried to get a good photo of our lavender. I just love it! I didn’t realize … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Boho

Posted on July 5, 2024 by katyquilts

Done! This was such a fun project! I really enjoy the big stitch hand quilting. I need more practice, but I’m not dissatisfied. Here is a look at the back. I really love the color palette. I’d love to say … Continue reading →

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Independence Day 2024

Posted on July 4, 2024 by katyquilts

Each year on Independence Day, I reread the Declaration of Independence. It never gets old or loses its meaning. In Congress, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, … Continue reading →

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Solid Strippie Progress

Posted on July 3, 2024 by katyquilts

This ended up on the back burner with other projects taking center stage, but I’m back at it, albeit slowly. I tend to design a round and then come back later and sew it, then design another. When I run … Continue reading →

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