Apple Creek Primitives by Kay McAtee Designs

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Apple Creek Primitives by Kay McAtee Designs THE OFFICIAL KAY MCATEE DESIGNS page! This is my ONLY account! Where I create •One-of-a-Kind Primitive Folk Art • Handmades • Patterns & Kits

DIGITAL PATTERNSHello friends! Kay's assistant here. Although we are officially closed, I wanted to reach out to everyon...
10/16/2026

DIGITAL PATTERNS

Hello friends! Kay's assistant here. Although we are officially closed, I wanted to reach out to everyone who has expressed an interest in purchasing patterns. You can find our available patterns listed in Kay’s Etsy shop at the link below. Please note that these are the only patterns available at this time.

Because our shop is currently closed, we may not be able to respond to questions immediately, but we are doing our very best to support everyone during this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Love to you all,
Kay and Staff

Shop here: kaymcateedesigns.etsy.com

Today is the day I have to say goodbye to my husband. I’ll see him one last time and kiss him goodbye, and I can’t imagi...
10/16/2026

Today is the day I have to say goodbye to my husband. I’ll see him one last time and kiss him goodbye, and I can’t imagine how I’m going to walk away.

He left us on Sunday, October 11th, and my heart still can’t accept that he’s gone. I will love him for the rest of my life. A part of me will forever be broken, and I’ll carry him, our memories, and the love we shared with me always. 🤍

Please keep his family in your prayers, his mother, his daughter, his sons and all the others that loved him so dearly.

Thank you for understanding 🤎
10/14/2026

Thank you for understanding 🤎

With a broken heart, I’m sharing that my beloved husband, Jeremiah, passed away yesterday suddenly at just 49 years old....
10/12/2026

With a broken heart, I’m sharing that my beloved husband, Jeremiah, passed away yesterday suddenly at just 49 years old.

He was my best friend, my heart and home and the person who stood beside me through it all! He encouraged me and pushed me to be the best I could be every single day! I don’t have words for the pain of losing him, and right now his family and I are trying to take in this heartbreaking loss.

I may be quiet here for longer than I thought as I grieve. As I am completely devastated! Thank you for giving me grace, keeping us in your thoughts, and understanding if I’m unable to respond. Your kindness means more than I can say.

With love,
Kay

This hasn’t been an  easy discussion for me, because if you know me… you know I don’t like letting anyone down.Lately, I...
10/11/2026

This hasn’t been an easy discussion for me, because if you know me… you know I don’t like letting anyone down.

Lately, I’ve been feeling really overwhelmed and extremely stressed. The last several months have brought so much growth—more than I ever expected—and it truly is such a blessing. I am beyond grateful for every single one of you. But with that growth has come a pace that’s been hard for me to keep up with, and I’ve found myself running on empty. Being pulled in so many different directions. Trying to keep everyone happy. Which I’m finding is nearly impossible.

I try to show up, keep going, and give my all—but somewhere along the way, I realized I’ve been pouring from a cup that needs refilled. And the hardest part? Feeling like if I slow down, I might disappoint people. But I’ve been feeling like I’m disappointing people even when I’m trying my best.

I still have orders to get out and I’m also planning a few trips for the first 2 weeks of November. One a vacation with my husband and his parents. Then the following week I’m heading to Florida to see my brother, but this will be a working trip as my brother is a very talented graphic designer, digital creator and is currently taking college courses in Digital marketing science at USF. He is going to teach me all the techie stuff I’m needing to learn so I can bring you the best designs and patterns possible.
Which I’m so excited about.

I’m learning that taking and step back and taking some needed time for myself isn’t letting anyone down… it’s necessary.

I will still be creating—I can’t not create, it’s part of who I am—but I won’t be sharing as much for a little while. I need some quiet time to reset, find my rhythm again, and get back to a place where I feel confident and ready to start putting out new goodies.

Please know how much I appreciate all of you—your support, your kindness, and just being here means more than I can put into words.

I’ll be back… just taking it one day at a time 🤍

For my new friends!
10/11/2026

For my new friends!

I’ve been creating and designing for more than 35 years, and I’m still excited by the tools we have today! I love photog...
10/09/2026

I’ve been creating and designing for more than 35 years, and I’m still excited by the tools we have today! I love photography, and I have an eye for the little details that help make a picture feel just right. So yes, I use tools like Procreate, Adobe, Canva, AI, and more to help bring ideas to life, edit photos and share them in a beautiful way.

Creative tools have always changed with the times. We’ve gone from pencils, paint, film cameras, and hands-on layouts to digital cameras and design programs, editing apps—and now we have even more ways to explore an idea. Just like filters have been part of social media for years, these tools can help creators polish and present their work.

For me, using new tools doesn’t take away from the love, experience, and creativity behind what I make. It gives me more ways to learn, experiment, and keep growing. Embracing change doesn’t mean forgetting where we came from; it means carrying our experience forward while staying open to new possibilities. We can appreciate the past without becoming stuck in it.

This business and the tools we use are always changing. I believe it’s important to keep learning and make the most of what’s available—not only to keep up with demand, but to make our creative journey stronger and more joyful.

After all these years, I still love creating. And I’m excited to see where these tools—and a little imagination—can take us next. Don’t be scared of the future friends, or you will be left behind.🤎✨

Example below of no editing to full edit! Same exact design! But look how much prettier and just a better presentation! 😁 Embrace the possibilities friends!

I have to brag on one of my customers and fellow artists today! 🤎 Look what Carol made!!!She made this wonderful pair us...
10/09/2026

I have to brag on one of my customers and fellow artists today! 🤎 Look what Carol made!!!

She made this wonderful pair using my Sweet Harvest Annie & Abe pattern, and I just love how she brought them to life! The cozy fabrics, all those sweet little details, and her own creative touches make them so special. They have that perfect primitive fall charm! 🍂

Thank you for choosing one of my patterns and sharing your beautiful work with me. It makes my day to see what another artist creates with one of my designs. You did a fantastic job! 🧡

Let’s show her some love in the comments! 👇

🍁 Happy Friday, friends! Boy, has it ever been a week—it amazes me how quickly time flies. We’re having a chilly, gorgeo...
10/09/2026

🍁 Happy Friday, friends! Boy, has it ever been a week—it amazes me how quickly time flies. We’re having a chilly, gorgeous start to the day here in Indiana; the sunrise was incredible, and the birds seem SO happy this morning 🍁

It’s the perfect time to sit back with a hot cup of coffee and see what everyone has been working on lately. Let’s show each other some extra love to start our Friday off on a sweet note! Drop a photo or tell us about your current project in the comments below.

🤎 ENJOY YOUR FRIDAY 🤎

10/08/2026

Sometimes it feels like everyone else in this creative industry world is slaying it—new designs, busy shops, packed orders—and we’re the only ones wondering if we’re doing enough. 🤎

So here’s your reminder to be kind to yourself. Every creative business has its ups, its downs, and its “meh, today was just one of those days.”

Fellow designers, makers, and creative friends: drop a win, a flop, or a “meh” in the comments. Let’s be real about the messy parts, celebrate each other’s wins, and remember we’re all figuring it out as we go. ✨

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Anderson, IN
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Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
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