Mid-October- little of this and that!

 
 Zelda, is wishing you a "Happy Fall Day" and weekend!
BOO AND SCARE!!!!  
Miss. Abbie is selecting fabric for my next progect-- what do you think of her selection?
Decorating with a few fun hollween projects.
 

Stitched some pin cushions with left over blocks from Cheryl's 1880 Sampler Sew Along. Visit her inspiring blog...you will love it! 
 Maple leaf blocks are one of my favorites especially -- made up in a table topper.
 
Made these ymmy and "Easy"
Apple Dumplings
 
Here is the recipe....there were--- NO leftovers!
 
I'm going for a walk to enjoy the finial burst of color--winter is around
 the corner!
 
Hug's Carolyn
 






Comments

  1. ChrisOctober 18, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    I think Miss Abbie is a very intelligent lady and a marvelous help for you, hihi.
    I can smell the Apple Dumplings, mmmmmmm. Hugs.

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  2. CarolOctober 18, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I made the apple dumplings last month, with some trepidation. The recipe is more than a little strange. However, they were great and I plan to make them again soon. 'Pioneer woman' says you can use ginger ale or 7 up instead of Mountain Dew.

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  3. karuminaOctober 18, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Hi,
    Miss Abbie, is the most fantastic cat I've ever met! I love it!
    This year is the first I'm living Halloween ... and I like it! and decorations that you have prepared are endearing! I have also wanted to do the honors and I drew a witch and a black cat ...
    Best wishes

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  4. HennieOctober 18, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Carolyn, nice and Jummie post! I love Fall. And your Cat, Miss Abby, has found nice fabric's!
    Have a nice weekend!! Hugs, Hennie

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  5. CherylOctober 18, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Took a walk in the Aspens myself today...not as beautiful as those maple leaves though. Great idea to make pincushions out of the sampler blocks...and thank you for the sweet comment. Enjoy!

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  6. Kindred QuiltsOctober 18, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Oh I love your Maple Leaf table topper! Fantastic colors... it really is Fall in Iowa!

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  7. Me and My StitchesOctober 18, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    As always, I love all of your projects, but I really love your kitty! I think she wants to come live at my house. So cute. And I copied the recipe, but I'm a little bit afraid to make it - might be too tempting!

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  8. Janet O.October 18, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    This is a great post full of lovely Fall themed things that make me smile--especially the dumplings! : )

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  9. KyleOctober 18, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    I have to take some munches to a party this weekend so I'm going to try your dumplings for sure, strange recipe, but they sure look delicious. Love all your "Fall".

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  10. UnknownOctober 18, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    nice decs for halloween. Your kitty did good. :)
    the apple dumplings sound yummy too. :)

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  11. MariaOctober 18, 2012 at 11:10 PM

    Love all the Halloween projects you guys make. We are not that into Halloween down under.
    Your Apple Dumpings looks delicious.

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  12. antique quilterOctober 19, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    love your decorations , those cat towels are just adorable . the pincushion are wonderful, love your fabric choices :)
    hope you enjoyed your walk nothing like fall colors
    Kathie

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  13. ChrisOctober 19, 2012 at 3:30 AM

    Lovely Halloween dcorating!
    Miss Abbie has awesome taste!
    I love the pincushions.
    How is the house coming along?

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  14. TerryOctober 19, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    Everything looks wonderful! I love the colors of fall! And I can't wait to try the apple dumpling recipe! Thanks for sharing! :0)

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  15. SarahOctober 19, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Hi Abbie - looks like you've picked some very nice fabrics for your project - can't wait to see what you're making and in the meantime, thanks for joining Feline Friday!

    Hi Carolyn - lots of neat things in your post - I've got apples so I should try those dumplings and I really like the maple leaf quilt and mini (mugrug?) with the prairie points and the blocks you used for the pin cushions are just gorgeous in those colors. too many good ideas :)

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  16. Aunt 'ReenOctober 19, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    I love all of your beautiful handwork!
    Abbie is such a pretty little girl! She certainly loves your fabrics. lol

    Wishing you a wonderful Fall Season!

    hugs,
    Doreen

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  17. Missy ShayOctober 19, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    I love those pin cushions!

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  18. KarenOctober 19, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    Saw the apple dumplings and was about to head out the door to come visit you. Then read that there are no left-overs. Darn! They look very good.

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  19. CarolOctober 19, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    Such cute fall stitchings! And your dear kitty has very good taste in fabrics I'd say :)

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  20. SueOctober 19, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    Abbie sure did pick out some cute fabric ;-) Can't wait to see what you make . Just love your fall decorations !

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  21. TillyOctober 20, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    Love your pincushions, and miss Abbie has a good taste. Almost smell the apple dumplings. good weekend. Tilly

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  22. Elizabeth AnnOctober 20, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    Love your cross-stitch pieces. The little witch is so cute. Dumplings look so good, I can see why there weren't any leftovers. Good thing they are on this computer and not on my kitchen counter!

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  23. DianeOctober 20, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    I love your Maple Leaf project. Looks like the colors were inspired by that spectacular photo of Fall foliage.

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  24. Judy HansenOctober 24, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Your Maple Leaf project makes me want to pull fabrics and make one just like it! Beautiful! I drooled over the apple dumplings. Thanks for the recipe. It's a beautiful fall day here in Virginia too.

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  25. KarenOctober 25, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    Very cute, I do love Boo! Such pretty pincushions and the Maple Leaf table topper, you are so into the season!

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  26. WendyOctober 26, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Miss Abbie looks very proud of her fabric selection. Happy Fall decorating, yours looks great.

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  27. LynnOctober 26, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    I made the apple dumplings tonight....we just finished licking our plates clean! They are so light and so delicious. Thank you for posting the recipe. It was fabulous....but I don't think Dr. Oz would approve. Who cares, moderation, right? Take care, Lynn

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  28. JackieOctober 27, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    Hello Carolyn,
    Love all the finishes you've displayed especially the maple leaf table topper. Gotta try out that recipe too.
    TFS and stopping by my blog with your kind comment.
    Thanks again for sharing.
    Jackie

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  29. BinsaNovember 6, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Hello Carolyn, I enjoyed catching up with your post...the maple leaf topper is gorgeous...Warm Regards, Lyn

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  30. libbyquilterNovember 8, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    your halloween decorations are so cute~!
    Miss Abbie is all dressed up in her halloween finery too, black and orange with greeeeen eyes.

    that last shot of the leaves is sensational. i can feel the sun when i look at it.

    :-)
    libbyQ

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  31. Julie - My Primitive HeartNovember 20, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Hi Carolyn~
    I am so late at visiting with you and leaving a comment, but I guess it is always "Better late, than never!" Love all of your projects and Miss Abbie has great taste!! The Apple dumplings look wonderful and I just love anything apple anyway!! Guess everyone else did too!!
    Wishing you and your family a most lovely Thanksgiving, filled with lots of love, laughter, and feasting!!
    Warm Hugs~~
    Julie

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  32. DollZandThingZNovember 21, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    I am also late visiting you but I wanted to wish you a happy Thanksgiving!
    xx Helen

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  33. Chenille CottageNovember 25, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    I am so happy to have discovered your blog! I love your incredible eye for color and those cute little kitties. Your quilting is simply wonderful...every stitch is perfection!
    I look forward to visiting you again.
    Blessings,
    Carolynn

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