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Green Dog

Posted on June 6, 2023 by katyquilts

My green dog quilt is done!

As a reminder, this sketch by Picasso was my inspiration.

Here is a look at the back. I still have to add the hanging system.

A closeup of the bias tape.

This finished at about 24” by 18”.

Have a great day!

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String Theory Progress

Posted on June 5, 2023 by katyquilts

I started working on this and just can’t leave it alone!

I cut my string pieces with my die cutter.

I was a bit concerned at this stage, my strings seemed dull and lifeless compared to Sharon’s.

But I forged ahead. As soon as I added the cheddar strips, I knew it would work.

I did start to wonder if I had enough strings ready. I decided to start the other blocks.

And this is where I’m at now. I do have more strings, I’m still not sure if I have enough. If I stop here and put the blocks together, the top will measure about 48” square. That’s a really good size to hang on my wall.

But will it have the same impact as the original? Probably not.

If I finish as the pattern says, it will be about 60” square. Too big for the wall. Hmmmm…

Have a great day!

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on June 4, 2023 by katyquilts

Slow progress is being made.

I’m now at a point where I need to mark more pieces. I picked up this board covered in sandpaper a while back. I think I’m going to like using this.

I prefer traditional piecing to English Paper Piecing, but I’m sure that would have worked well for this project.

Have a great day!

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This and That

Posted on June 3, 2023 by katyquilts

My dear Daughter #3 picked up a whole box of feed sacks for me recently! What treasures!

This finish is a few months old, but it was recently published on the AccuQuilt Blog.

The mister and I rode our bikes to the beach last weekend. It was lovely.

Daughter #1 and her family came for a cookout. This is the only picture I have! E2 riding the little quad.

Willy was exhausted when everyone left. Silly boy!

Have a great day!

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Tangle 3

Posted on June 2, 2023 by katyquilts

You might remember a preview version of this in my crap quota. It really wasn’t terrible, but it was very boring. I chatted with Daughter #3 about it. She said, it was too regular, not enough tension.

She was right. I played around some more and I like this much better.

This is the back. I faced it like the others.

This next photo is a terrible photo of a quilt, but wouldn’t it be cool to add some shadows like this?

Have a great day!

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May Wrap Up

Posted on June 1, 2023 by katyquilts

It’s been a good month. Love how this Farmer’s Wife quilt turned out.

And my little swap quilt.

Most of my time was spent on art pieces.

But of course, I snuck in a mini made of repros.

Have a great day!

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I figured it out!

Posted on May 31, 2023 by katyquilts

Remember these strings? I pieced these together last fall before I left for Arizona. I had no plan for them, just wanted to get to the bottom of my string bin.

Well, I found it! The perfect way to use these! How gorgeous is this? This quilt is by Sharon Tucker of Grass Roots Quilting .

The pattern is available on the APQS website. It was on the cover of APQ magazine in April 2017. I had to dig to find it. Yes I know, I’m late to the party!

I know I have the cheddar I need, but I’ll have to look for the perfect red. I’m really excited to start this!

Have a great day!

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A UFO

Posted on May 30, 2023 by katyquilts

Remember these?

I’m not in love with them, but I cut more pieces when I was cleaning out my scrap bucket.

I have no real plan here. I’ll just make a few now and then. Maybe they will grow on me.

Have a great day!

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Memorial Day 2023

Posted on May 29, 2023 by katyquilts

Memorial Day…. It brings up so many vivid images in my mind. And I guess that is the point, remembering. So very thankful for all those who gave their lives so that I can live mine. I don’t have many words today, but I thought I’d share a handful of the patriotic quilts I’ve made over the years. Have a great day. 🇺🇸❤️

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This and That

Posted on May 28, 2023 by katyquilts

Happy Sunday! I’m still playing with bias tape. Here is my latest idea. Yes, it’s a riff on Picasso’s dachshund. It needs a bit of finessing before I start glue basting.