Meet the Artist


I’m Katie Peternell and my passion in life is quilting. For 10 years, I’ve spread the love and warmth of tradition to over 100 customers through family heirlooms. The art of quilting was passed down to me by my Grandma Ruth and I’m proud to be the 6th generation of women to carry on the love and craftsmanship of the tradition. I understand the beauty of handmade that’s why my products are meant to be used and seen in daily life.

My goal is to bring the feeling of home to all aspects of your life with quilts. Growing up along corn fields, listening to 70’s music, and wanting to create something unique all inspire me to produce one of a kind products. Quilts have a long history of being the gift of love and I’m excited to share that gift with you.

Besides Horizon Quilts, my fiber art and quilting classes can be found in the Southwest suburbs of Chicago.

Where to find me

  • Downtown Frankfort

    Heirloom

    25 Ash Street
    Frankfort, IL
    Beautifully curated antique and modern
    home decor. View and purchase my
    latest art inside!

  • log cabin style block with kaleidoscope affect.

    Sky Cabin Block Class

    Thimbles Quilt Shop
    940 S State Street
    Lockport, IL 60446
    Saturday, April 20th
    10am-2pm

  • four drunkard path blocks

    Sewing with Curves

    Thimbles Quilt Shop
    940 S State Street
    Lockport, IL 60446
    Saturday, May 4th
    12pm-2pm

  • Emerson Crossbody Class

    Emerson Crossbody Class

    Thimbles Quilt Shop
    940 S State Street
    Lockport, IL 60446
    Saturday, May 11th
    10am-4pm

  • applique jean jacket

    Slow Stitching Applique Class

    Heirloom
    25 Ash Streeet
    Frankfort, IL
    Saturday, June 8th
    11am-1pm

  • Art on the Green

    Art on the Green

    Breidert Green
    Downtown Frankfort, IL
    Sunday, June 9th
    9am - 3pm