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Updates from the Sewing Room

Posted on December 16, 2021 by katyquilts

Are you tired of hearing about Harry yet? Hubby is on vacation this week, so other than the long arm set up, I haven’t had time to start any projects . I finally got to try Harry out though.

And he’s a keeper! It’s a slightly different feel than my Friday, my HQ Forte. But I’ll get used to it.

That looks like a hot mess! But the tension needed only a little adjustment. This thread came with. Not what I usually use, but it’s always good to try new things.

I got lots of bobbins as well which made it so I could try it out right away.

Thanks for all your sweet comments! I am blessed indeed!

Have a great day!

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Meet Harry Belle Avante the 2nd

Posted on December 15, 2021 by katyquilts

I got Harry all set up!

It was a happy moment to turn him on and see this.

Of courses, this process has necessitated yet another overhaul of the sewing room.

I will have wonderful light from those windows! my Bernina cabinet is narrower than the table I had here so it got moved. The cabinet is on wheels so it’s easy to move near a table if I’m binding a bigger quilt.

I took my 301 out of its card table. I’m going to see if I’m okay with it on this table.

And I moved my die cutting stuff into this corner.

I still have two tables in the middle of the room as an island.

This will get tweaked more, I’m sure.

Hopefully today I will get a chance to take Harry for a test drive.

Have a great day!

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What have I done?

Posted on December 14, 2021 by katyquilts

We are back in the Sunshine State! And the first day back, I made a large purchase. Large in size….small in price…which is why I went for it.

Yep, I bought a machine just like the one I sold a few years ago. it is used and not in as good of shape as the one I had, but the price was low enough to take a gamble. Today, I’ll be working on this giant jigsaw puzzle.

I also wanted to let you know about this fun event happening today!

Hope to “see” you there!

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What have I done?

Posted on December 14, 2021 by katyquilts

We are back in the Sunshine State! And the first day back, I made a large purchase. Large in size….small in price…which is why I went for it.

Register now for AccuQuilt’s December 14 Online Event (12-1 pm CST)! We’ll share fun holiday gift ideas with special guest Anita. Register now for a special discount promotion and chance to win prizes from Banyan Batiks!

Also Fat Quarter Shop and Accuquilt are having special deals every day from now until Christmas for their 12 Days of Christmas events.

Have a great day!

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Triangles

Posted on December 13, 2021 by katyquilts

One day last week, I had just a little time to sew, so I looked around the sewing room for something to do. I came across my little bin of 2” HSTs and sewed them up.

I ended up with about 80. I could make friendship stars.

Or scrappy sawtooth stars.

Maybe just set them straight up.

Or alternate placement.

I could add in some of these 2” squares.

Hmmmm…. I might need to play some more. I love having pieces like this all cut and ready to go!

Have a great day!

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Slow Stitching Sunday

Posted on December 12, 2021 by katyquilts

I’ve finally gotten back to my Ladies Aid BOM. I’m two blocks behind.

I’ve chosen the fabrics and started basting them in place.

This block is supposed to have a butterfly between the trees.

I’m not a fan of butterflies. I’d like to put a small bird there, if I can find a pattern that fits my skill set. Otherwise, I may add a small red heart.

Have a great day!

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This and That

Posted on December 11, 2021 by katyquilts

We’ve been back in Michigan for a few weeks now and will very soon head back to the warmth of the desert. These guys have made it pretty warm here though!

Being Nana is the best! Check out this sky! The darkest area was a wall of clouds. Crazy.

I’m not a great cook, but I’ve used this muffin recipe for years. It’s a family favorite and I recently sent this photo to share with my kids. We make 12 big muffins from this recipe and skip the topping.