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Well, I never did make it to the apple orchard to go apple picking, but I did make it to our neighborhood farmer's market where I stocked up on apples, peaches, end of season watermelon and some cheese curds too.
I thought I'd share some of the apple inspired creations that I've decorated the house with this month...
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This is a little painting on a wood plaque that I did some years back during my painting phase...
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I didn't get to experience the pleasant delights of an orchard in person this year, but at least this finish helps to remind me of the joy of it.
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A wool applique finish celebrating apple season and the harvest moon.
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This is the piece that I was stitching on September 11, 2001. I finished it a few days later during one of my youngest son's many hospitalizations for asthma. I bring it out each September in remembrance.
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Finally, one of my favorite finishes of all time - Johnny Appleseed by Prairie Schooler. I simply love this piece.
Hope you are enjoying some delicious apples as well.
Blessings, Patti