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Progress

Posted on April 17, 2024 by katyquilts

Sometimes a simple project is just what you need. I’m sewing this top in rows rather than blocks. Every seam is pressed toward the print. This way everything nests. Have a great day!

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Preparations

Posted on April 16, 2024 by katyquilts

I’m hoping to finally finish hand quilting my 9 patch on the way back to Michigan. I decided to get the binding made and ready to go. To keep it neat, I rolled it up on a can of starch. … Continue reading →

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Machines for Sale

Posted on April 15, 2024 by katyquilts

Update: Both machines are now sold. We are getting back to the work of downsizing. I have decided to part with my beloved Juki TL-2000Qi. This is a workhorse piecing machine and it is fast. It comes with everything you … Continue reading →

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Something Scrappy

Posted on April 15, 2024 by katyquilts

I was in the mood to use some Repro 30s fabrics. That always seems to happen in the spring! So I chopped them up into rectangles. They will finish at 1 1/2” by 3.” I cut up an equal number … Continue reading →

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A Tiny Finish

Posted on April 14, 2024 by katyquilts

When I was testing out my walking feet, I decided to make a little something. And here it is! The squares finish at 1 1/2”. They were easily grabbed from my bins of 2 inch squares so it took no … Continue reading →

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This and That

Posted on April 13, 2024 by katyquilts

I want to start this post by saying thank you for all of your suggestions regarding my new/old quilt! So many great ideas. The work on it will wait until fall as there is no time to work on it … Continue reading →

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Kaffe Hexies

Posted on April 12, 2024 by katyquilts

Finally! I can’t even remember when I started this. I’m glad it is done. It finished at 80 by 90 inches. I should have added borders to make it queen size, but I was just sick of it. The quilting … Continue reading →

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AQG 4

Posted on April 11, 2024 by katyquilts

Yes, I have more photos from the show! There were so many great quilts there! Enjoy!

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A New Old Quilt

Posted on April 10, 2024 by katyquilts

I recently acquired this old quilt. It appears to have one original border. The others have been replaced, perhaps due to wear. It really is quite lovely. I’m trying to decide if I will leave the repairs or cut it … Continue reading →

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AQG3

Posted on April 9, 2024 by katyquilts

More quilts from the show. But first, and answer to a question from yesterday. My log cabin strips are cut 1 1/2 inches wide. Enjoy!

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