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Cool October nights are bringing the garden season to a close. While I still have some tomatoes on the vine, and more still green, they are mostly done. I harvested these, and I’ll pull up the plants when the first frost occurs.

There is still one squash left on the vine, and it finally appears to be ripening into a golden-tan color.

We are finally seeing a bit of color on some trees.

Because the black cherry tomatoes were unusual and flavorful, I saved some of those seeds for next year. See my method on my previous post Saving ...

I’ve had an unexpected health change. I’m well enough to sew a bit but not at home. My elves brought me the project and a portable machine and all the notions I need. This was actually to be part of a toddler’s Christmas which has been delayed, so it’s right on time.

I squared up the flannel first. I did a combination of smoothing it out, folding this way and that, and I’m satisfied it’s as square as if I used my whole work table. I knew the fleece was cut squarely at the ...

Ah, The joys of a simple nine patch! Sometimes you just want to sew and not think! and this was one of those times. I promised you some instructions for making this quilt so here we go!Here is a link to the PDF for basic layout and yardage requirements:Simple Nine Patch Irish Chain By Sister of The Divide You will need approximately: 1 1/8 yards of 44" wide fabric in your color choice for the