Well I'm Here

And it's not Wednesday - typical isn't it, lol.  I spent all of the last couple of days working in the sewing nest trying to get it organized.  As I described it to someone, it was like I took a arm full of sewing stuff and fabric, threw it up in the air and then left the room - oh ya it was bad bad bad.  Looking much better now tho, not perfect but so much better.

I tried hard to take pictures of some of the fall decorating today - BUT the sun is shining brightly here today and the pics weren't turning out, but here's a little snapshot of the family room that turned out sort of OK

 

and my favorite little cabinet by the table

Here's a couple of blocks of the months from Farmhouse Woolens that have just finished up or are one block away from finishing.  First up is the lovely Faye showing off Wool Garden.  She was the gracious one to make up the sample for me.  This one just finished up the beginning of October - LOVE LOVE LOVE how it turned out.  Thank you Faye for all of your hard work,  it turned out great :)

Next up is the Vintage Halloween block of the month that is finishing up next month.  Linda was the gracious one to do this one for me as well (see I told you I have wonderful angels in my life) - dang this one turned out great as well

 

These next stitcheries I'm going to show were a big hit at the show I was vending at last week.  If you like them and are interested, shoot me an email, I have just a few left of each of them

 

Just a few of the pieces of wool that will be coming to the Farmhouse as well - don't they look pretty all crated up

There's lots of fun things for the website that will be going on over the next week.  So check it out if your interested and looking for a project

Speaking of the Farmhouse, the seasons are certainly changing here.  Our view is now clear to the lake

all along the beach the docks and lifts have been pulled for the season

 

we planned it so that we could park ours alongside the house so we don't have to look at them all winter long

This morning when I was cruising blogs I saw on Linda's  blog that there was a countdown to Christmas - 49 days it said.  Sooooo in honor of that let's do a giveaway.  Since we are still in the autumn season with the winter one closing in I'm going to do 2 giveaways - one for each season, one for the quilter and one for the cooker/decorator and I know there's lots of you who are in both categories

For the quilter, there's a Clearly Perfect Angle designed by New Leaf Stitches/my friend Kari and it's for making perfect quilt blocks that involve 45 degree angles, like snowball blocks etc.  There's a pattern for Winter Blooms which is also a New Leaf Stitches pattern, but designed by me for Kari's company, then the kit to make the pillow, the fabric is almost all Kansas Troubles Vine Creek line and there are wools for the flowers,leaves and buttons.  For the cooker/decorator there is a pumpkin plate that says Give Thanks and then because I had 2 of these cookbooks (how embarrassing is that, lol), Harvest Kitchen by Gooseberry Patch plus a little something else I'm not sure about yet.

So leave your name and if it matters which one you prefer just make a note in the comment.  I will have Mr. Farmhouse (he loves being involved) pick a number Sunday night and announce the winner on Monday.

So from Ms. Cami (who's getting ready to nod off) and I

 
Until Next Time

Comments

[Alison]

You inspire me! Everytime I visit your site I want to desert all the things I have to do and go and make something!!!

[Connie]

Hi, just love your website. Can't wait to see what you have coming up. I am a cooker/decorator usually.

[janie]

Love reading your blog. Lots of eye candy!!! Please enter me into your drawing, Cooker/ decorator.

Someday hope to be a quilter, Have a great weekend, Janie

[Judith Poulos]

I would love to be entered into the cooker/decorator drawing please.

judithapoulos@aol.com

[Sue Tokash]

I am drooling over the wool, Karen. Your BOM's had such yummy wool included. I can't wait to see what goodies you will be offering soon. If Mr. Farmhouse draws my name I would love the quilting goodies. :)
~Sue

[Terry]

Your house is just beautiful! Love the giveaway too! I'd prefer the quilter's things if I win! Thanks so much! :0)

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I love your blog....and the giveaway. I'm a quilter. Hope Mr. Farmhouse pulls my name.

Dianne

[Kelly Ann]

I love the pictures of the house...it inspires me to redo some rooms in my own little castle in the country.

I'm a quilter...and love the little Winter Blooms pattern...so Mr. Farmhouse...PICK ME!!

[Katherine]

Hi Karen,
Count me in as the cooker/decorator right now. I'm dreaming of quilting, but too much going on.......
Great snap shots - I love the wood crates!
Blessings, Katherine

[terry hein]

What a nice choice, i would love to win the quilty package, and i love the family room
what a view too cool on the lakefront
enjoy
ter

[Chatty Kathy @ Palmetto Prims]

Oh, I would love to enter your drawing. I wish I could quilt but haven't done very much so I guess I would have to pick the cooker/decorator category!! Thanks!

[Darlene]

Always so much eye candy to see here - it's fun to visit you.

I've sent e-mail about your stitchery patterns but not sure if I have the correct e-mail address. I want some, please!

[Kris ~ Simply Prim]

Your family room is gorgeous, Karen! I love that fireplace!! Your house looks warm and cozy. And that view is spectacular!! Do you see that out of your family room windows?
Cami is adorable!! All snugled up with her little buddy (who, by the way, looks like it's gotten lots of love from the looks of her nose!) Too cute!

Enjoy your weekend my little stalker friend! LOL
~Kris~

[KarenK.]

Your home looks wonderful! Love your view of the Lake!!! I love that your dog has a dog!! Too cute!
Can I be entered in both??? I am a quilter and I do find my way to the kitchen to cook (ok, really just bake).
Thanks so much!

[AnnieO]

Your sample stitchers are amazing--you are right, they are angels. I haven't done any wool applique but have been dying to try it. I'd love to be entered in the quilter giveaway. Thanks for your generosity!

[Tress Duvall]

Your house and quilts are beautiful. Me I am a cooker and occasional needlepointer but thats tough w/ a two year old bouncing on you asking "what are you doing" .

[Thimbleanna]

Awwww, how cute is Ms. Cami??? Whisper my number to Mr. Farmhouse. Such a nice giveaway and so hard to choose...um....how 'bout the quilter's package. Beautiful family room btw!!!

[Susan Carpenter]

I love reading your blog and seeing the differant quilts. I am a quilter and also love prim decor.

[Holli]

Love reading your blog! Please enter me in your give away.

[Marcia]

Great post and photos, not to mention a generous giveaway. I'd love to enter. It's good to have you back, I've missed your posts.
Blessings,
Marcia

[Judy]

Always look forward to your posts! Totally love you house and the wonderful decorating and hand made things. I am a quilter and also enjoy cooking.

[bingo-bonnie]

The Wool Garden quilt that Faye is holding up is FANTASTIC!!! I've never did anything with wool before but that makes me want to jump right in! :) I love how the blocks are set with different sizes! Beautiful.

oh and a giveaway..... well you are too sweet! :) I'd love to win the kit for the pillow ;) and get started falling in love with working with wool.. ;)

Happy Weekend & Love from Texas! ~bonnie

[mary burns]

Love your stitcheries!!!!! Hugs, Mary

[Joyful Quilter]

Wow! Love your view! And your wool and stitcheries! Please sign me up for the quilting goodies.

[Kris Grover]

Hi Karen!
Love your goodies. But the Gooseberry Patch interests me most! Put me in the drawing please!
Happy Autumn to you!