Yep, yesterday was good...

My tongue didn't get tied up too many times during my radio interview with Pat Sloan.  If you missed it, you can listen to it by just clicking on the logo below....

 My oldest son's review:  "Nice job.  You sound very Minnesotan".  Well, sure, ya betcha I dooo... Uff da!

Look what was on my doorstep.  

A whole box of Blue Hill Fabrics from the line, "Sarah's Stash".  I cannot wait to start this new book project!  Yum.

When I am at market I just can't get past the Dovo scissors booth.  I love, love, love their products. Okay, so I don't love them...but REALLY LIKE them!   I got these for different applique projects.

Just a little note that I will be running a Black Friday (well, really Friday thru Monday) Sale. 

Clearly Perfect Angles and all patterns will be 50% off and anyone spending $50.00 or more will be in  a drawing to win my book,

"Just around the Corner, Quilts with Easy Mitered Borders".

 Jump over to SewCalGal for a look at more sale specials.

 Martingale/That Patchwork Place also has a sale running....

 Tomorrow will be a good day too....my family starts arriving for a long weekend...can't wait!

Wishing all of you a very blessed Thanksgiving!

Kari

It was a quick trip to market, but oh so fun!

Of course, it was a business trip, so let's start there...

I had the pleasure to teach a Take and Teach class sponsored by Martingale/That Patchwork Place.  It was a packed room!  Hopefully the shops will use their project for doing technique demonstrations for  the book, "Just around the Corner"!

I should also give a shout-out to Red Rooster who provided the fabric for the kits and Pfaff for providing the sewing machines...Thank you!!

With the class behind me I had the luxury (yes, luxury!) of walking the floor and just looking, and looking, and looking!  Talk about sensory overload.  I felt very good about finding new fabrics for my next book.  I can't wait to get my hands on them!!

The weather was just beautiful.  Karen and I took a little break on the patio outside the convention center. 

Here are a few views of the park across the street from the convention center.

I was horrible about taking pictures this time.  I wish I had a group shot of a very fun and relaxing dinner with friends, Gudrun and Yvonne (GE Designs) and Terri and Tom (Whimsicals).  I'm afraid our laughter got a little loud....sorry fellow diners!

After one long day on our feet, Karen and I enjoyed a glass of wine while oogling an, oh so glorious impulse buy.  Would you believe it if I told you we went back for more the next day???

All in all...I'd say it was one of my best fall markets on many different fronts.  Totally recharged and inspired!

As I was strolling the aisles at market, my son and his wife were running a half-marathon.  This is mile 10...Don't they look fresh and happy?  I'm so in awe you guys did this and proud of your tenacity while training. 

Kari

Market is just a little over a week away and there are things to do!  BUT.... the whole family was home this weekend and it was so wonderful!  And guess what?  This post won't have anything to do with quilting.  I know, kind of unusual considering my business and time of year.  I just wanted to give you a glimpse at the fun we had this weekend and my priorities! 

Of course, it pretty much revolved around our little granddaughter, Kendall.  Grandpa was definetly her favorite and she was his shadow all weekend.

I'm not sure how many books he read this weekend,  but she loooooves to read so there were plenty....Along with a few variations of the same  one.

"Swing. Swing."  "Wheee"  We heard that from the time she got up in the morning until it got dark out.  I like this picture because she had the giggles and I can still hear her.

I think this one is funny because Kendall put her arms around each of us (but notice who she wanted to have hold her).

She is not so sure about her Halloween costume, so Mom & Dad have been "practicing" with her being an elephant.

Here's Mom showing her how it's done (it got a little silly around here...I love it when everyone is laughing).

Grandpa was even having a hard time convincing her....

The boys thought it was a perfect weekend:  they went duck and goose hunting in the mornings, pheasant hunting one afternoon and walleye fishing the next.  Throw in a few football games and they claim it was Minnesota at its best.

Talking about the "best"...I made THE best apple crisp ever!  Sinful I'm tellin' ya!  Enjoy the recipe...

Preheat oven to 350°.

In a saucepan combine:

          1 C sugar

          1 C water

          1/2 tsp cinnamon

          1/2 tsp nutmeg

Boil until makes syrup (don't forget to stir it)

While making syrup, place cut apples in bottom of 9" x 13" pan (use as many as you want, but a pretty thick layer can handle the syrup).

Make topping

          2 C brown sugar

          1 1/2 C flour

          1 C oatmeal

          1 C butter - cut into above

Pour syrup over apples and then add topping.

Bake for about 45 minutes (may be more depending on the size of apples) or until apples are tender. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

As I am typing this, the name reminded me of a free pattern of mine called "Acorn Crisp".   

If you like it,  go to this link for the instructions.

Whew,  I'm so glad I worked some quilting in here....

I'm hoping you all are enjoying your priorities!!

Kari

I thought Sherri's little project was adorable. Thanks for sharing how you would incorporate the technique. It would also be cute using the two-colored scallop.  Lot's of options....

Today is the last day for the guest bloggers, but check in with me tomorrow as I have a few more things to share with you before the winners are announced on Monday!

Last, but certainly not least, is a spunky lady who has quickly become a dear friend.  Roseann, from Rosebud's Cottage.  She is a shop owner, designer, magazine writer, paper crafter, etc. etc.  You don't have to look very far to see her infuence and creativity...she seems to be everywhere lately!

Roseann is talking a little more about specific projects in the book. Make sure to visit her site to see what her take is.

AND don't forget to leave comments on all of our sites for your chance to win the book, "Just around the Corner" and a "Clearly Perfect Angles"!!

Until tomorrow, I'm wishing you joy in whatever may be "just around the corner"!  Kari

Welcome to day 4 of the book blog hop for "Just around the Corner". 

I thought Heidi did an excellent job yesterday showing you how the mitering technique that is featured in the book works.  Really...it does turn out perfect everytime! And Really...thank you Heidi!! 

We are scooting back to the west today for a visit with Sherri from "A Quilting Life".  Besides quilting, I've discovered that we have something else in common...boys and football!  Although mine are already done with college ball, I still remember those "big" games and all the joy that came with sports.  Sherri...it goes waaayyyy too fast!

Now that you know the basic technique for the mitered border, Sherri is going to tell you about all the varieties that can be done with the technique.  Use your imagination, mix and match...it's up to you!

Just a little reminder...leave comments each day if you want to be eligible for the drawings ("Just around the Corner" & "Clearly Perfect Angles)!!!!  The winners will be announced on Monday so you still have time to enter.

                So far we have heard from:

·         Sunday, Sept. 4: Kari Carr New Leaf Stitches

Monday, Sept. 5: Darlene Simmons SewCalGal

Tuesday, Sept. 6: Pat Sloan PatSloan

Wednesday, Sept. 7: Heidi Kaisand Hen and Chicks

Thursday, Sept. 8: Sherri McConnell A Quilting Life

Only one guest blogger left.....

Friday, Sept. 9: Roseann Meehan Kermes Rosebud’s Cottage

Saturday, Sept 10: Kari

Monday, Sept 12: Winners Announced!

Wishing you joy in whatever may be "just around the corner".  Kari