October is starting to finally cool off, and a crispness is coming into the air. Outside, the trees are just now starting to show a hint of color here and there, and it is time for a tablescape, this year with happy pumpkins! I got out my Halloween box and started playing with the pumpkins …
Author: Carole @ From My Carolina Home
October in the Garden with Wildlife
In the garden, there is much to do this time of year. There is ongoing clean up with falling leaves, and some plants need to be dug and stored. The flower beds will get a covering of mulch, making sure to keep the rhizomes of the irises clear. If you compost plant materials, this …
Autumn Jubilee Wool Stitch Along
The Autumn Jubilee Wool Stitch Along will finish up today with the addition of embellishments and mounting. If you missed the first post with the pattern, click on Wool Stitch Along Part 1. So, we left off with the pumpkin done and the leaves left to stitch. Place one leaf on top of the pumpkin, and …
Autumn Jubilee Quilt Along – Block B
Update - The posts with the free pattern in several steps has been removed. See my Buy My Patterns Page to purchase the Pumpkin Star pattern. Backside Fabrics will award a $25 Gift Certificate for their gorgeous wide backing fabric, your choice for today's giveaway!! You'll love the high quality backings and great prices at …
Autumn Jubilee Making Cards
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year, and for many years I have done cards for family and friends for it. I love the long weekend, the autumn colors, the Macy's parade followed by a day of family, football, food and friends. The emphasis is on gratitude, a day of reflection on all we …
Autumn Jubilee Placemats Sew Along
The Autumn Jubilee Sew Along begins today with a fun project that will be immediately useful this season. We'll be making placemats for the holidays, perfect for the Thanksgiving table or your kitchen table for everyday use all autumn. This sew along will cover a 5 week period, with three posts publishing every other Friday …
Autumn Jubilee Slow Cooked Ham with Two Methods
Autumn Jubilee continues today with a recipe for a wonderful meal for a brisk fall day. A slow cooked meal, ready for supper while sewing on a rainy day, this is one of my favorite things! Welcome new readers to my blog! You'll see I do a variety of post subjects. So come along for …
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Autumn Jubilee Quilt Along – Block A
Today is the beginning of a four week quilt along for Autumn Jubilee!! Update - This free pattern in several steps has been removed. See my Buy My Patterns Page to purchase the Pumpkin Star pattern. Today's Giveaway is from Madam Sew! This 32-piece set fits almost any machine with the adapter that makes it …
Autumn Jubilee Books and Reading
One of the nice things about cooler weather is curling up with a quilt and a good book. Although we don't have a real cool-down yet, I am looking forward to reading this fall and winter next to a cozy fire. While I've read several books in a row over the summer that I wouldn't …
Teacups Quilt Along – Block 3
This quilt along of mixed techniques began two months ago, with paper piecing. We'll continue that today, and in a nod to Autumn Jubilee, I chose a print for my teacup that is Autumn in colors, but still Japanese inspired. The Teacups will eventually have several techniques including applique and will run at least a …