Berry Crush Blog Hop!..."a Garden of ABC's"

 Hey y'all...the "Berry Crush Blog Hop" featuring @curlicuecreations.com Jennifer Thomas new signature creations "Berry Crush" for Lumin Fabrics by Jerry Khiev is sew inspiring. You can view all the designers on Jennifers site and enter to win a Fat Quarter Bundle of this beautiful fabric collection. I've been hosting the "Hop" on my quilt blog  and was feautred Friday with my design as well. I created "a Garden of ABC's" a long with a coordinating tote for a complete gift The design was inspired by my love of flowers growing on a trellis and my love of creating Children's Learning Quilts to pass down for generations. Pop on over to @curlicueccreations.com  for all the events and see the creative designs using this beautiful fabric collection. I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for more Holiday inspiration!

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Cats Fall Fav's..."Rustic Apple/Pear Tart"

 Hey y'all....hope you're having a great week. This is the time of year where I tend to go a bit nuts. I love Fall...the backing...decorating...sewing...you name it. And yes...everything "Pumpkin Spice." I'm sharing some of my "Fall Fav's" that are easy and great for entertaining. My "Rustic Apple/Pear Tart" is probably my favorite because it looks like you spent all day in the kitchen. I shared this years ago on my blog and I make it every year. This is what I like to call a "Holiday Classic." The ingredients and directions are on "12-9-14" post. This tart is great by itself or serve with whip cream...ice cream or just a fork :-) The smell is wonderful while it's baking and will impress your family and friends for any gathering. I named it "Rustic Apple/Pear Tart" due to how simple the layering of the crust is and you can't go wrong. I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for more Fall Fav's. Enjoy!

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P.S. Pop on over to my quilting blog for the "Berry Crush Blog Hop" feautring Jennifer Thomas of cirlicuecreations new signature collection "Berry Crush" for Lumin Fabrics by Jerry Khiev. All the details are on her site.

Cats Rustic Apple/Pear Tart...

Wild about ABC's...Children's Learning Quilt!

 Hey ya'll....hope your week is going great. I wanted to share with y'all my new advaenture that's happening on my Quilt Bog. I'm finally sharing my passion of designing Children's Learning Quilts. This has been in the makings for a while and the first of many is on the blog. I designed a Children's Wall quilt called "Wild About ABC's" using the stunning collection "Sunset Studio" gifted to me from Lumin Fabrics. Oh my gosh the collection is sew beautiful with vibrant hues and prints that will inspire any craft or quilting project. The wall decor is 15 1/4 x 47 all created with one simple block (square-in-a-square.) I'll be featuring techniques a long the way from beginner to advanced so pop on over and join in on the fun. I'll also be sharing soon my Fall fav's that are d'lish but fast and easy. I can't believe it's already October. My gosh...time does fly when your sewing and cooking :-) I thank y'all so much for following and talk soon!

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Wild about ABC's...

Spook-tacular Give-a-way!

 Hey y'all...hope your week is off to a great start. Well I've recently been gifted these adorable templates by Missouri Star Quilt Company to keep or giveaway. It was a hard decision but my heart said to share! I love to design pillows...table decor etc. for the holidays. There is something special creating your own decor when having friends and family over for the holidays. These templates are super cute and durable and have 6 bottle templates with nesting shapes within. I love MSQC templates. If you've been following along on my quilt blog page you will notice the "Gnome bags" that I've started hosing. The Holidays are creeping up on us fast so pop on over to my Instagram page (link upper right on home page) for all the entry details. You have until tomorrow to enter and I'll be announcing the lucky winner Thursday. I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for a fun...fast and fab scrap-a-long on my quilt blog along with a new series "Cats Fall Fav's" here on my cooking blog. Fall sparks fun baking for me and I love to share easy recipes. The Holidays can be hectic so a fab easy dinner is my kind of go to meal. Check back soon and hope your enter for these adorable templates on my Instagram Page. Thanks so much for following and good luck!

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Mix...Match...Stitch...Bewitch templates...

You can view more information on the template set at Missouri Star Quilt Company webiste.

Cats Easy Graham Cracker Crust!

 Hey y'all...hope you're having a Happy 4th of July weekend. I'm enjoying my short vistit in Texas with my daughter's family. I alway's say..."cherish every moment." If you've been watching the news you know exactly what I mean. The Texas flooding is devastating...I have no words...except 'please pray for all." As a mother...Gege...I just can't imagine the pain families are going through. I raised my daughter near the Guadalupe river. I've seen the devasation years ago when the river rose. So if you're reading this...hug your child...your loved ones....life is precious and can change in an instant. I hope you are having family time during this Holiday or gathering with friends. This no fail...easy graham cracker crust is super easy and delish. I love a graham cracker crust due to it being so versatile. I use this pie crust recipe in most of my pies. You can bake it ahead before you fill or just place in fridge to set up. I will warn you if you do bake it be ready for the aroma of walking into a bakery. Oh my goodness...the hint of cinnamom and my secret ingredient "walnuts." will leave your kitchen smelling wonderful. Yes...you can buy a graham cracker crust already made but I'm hoping the easy recipe inspires you to make your own, I'll be sharing soon some receipes for your summer recipes using this fun & easy recipe. Honestly...if you're like me...I love a graham cracker crust all year! ;-) I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for more easy and versatile recipies. Wishing y'all a wonderful weekend!

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Here's all you need...

* One "sleeve" ...pkg. graham cracker crust 

* !/4 cup walnuts

* 2 Tb. granulated sugar

* 1 tsp. cinnamon

* 6 Tb.melted butter

Here's all you do...

* Prepare your pie crust pan as desired. 

Tip...I prepare mine by coating the bottom and sides using a stick of butter then I cut a piece of parchment paper to the bottom of pie pan size. This helps with easy removal when slicing your pie ;-)

* Pulse all ingredients (except butter) in food processor until smooth.

* Add in melted butter and pulse until it becomes a crumbly texture.

* Place in pie crust and use a spoon or use the bottom of a meauring cup to smooth crumble on bottom and up sides.

Tip...I use my fingers at the top to help smooth the edges but don't over think it...for me the more rustic is better. Your pie crust will definately impress your friends and family with a "homemade vibe" but it's easy and delish. My kind of entertaining!

Enjoy & talk soon,

Cat

Easy To Make Baby Quilt | How To Pair Templates & Appliqué To Make the S...

Hey y'all...here's a fun tutorial to "kick off summer" using the Missouri Star Quilt Company Ice cream shop template builder set. Y'all these templates are super cute! Enjoy this fun design/tutorial with Misty. I'll be featuring a design soon using the templates as well. So pop on over and get your templates so we can create a summer fun project together.

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Cat

How To Make an English Paper Pieced Wall Hanging With Our Kit + 5 Episod...

Hey y'all....another great start to your week w/ "At Home with Misty". She's featuring a fun & therapeutic wall hanging "Palette Pop." An english paper piecing design featuring Tula Pink Fabrics. The kit is available at Missouri Star Quilt Company. I hope you enjoy this tutorial. Misty is an awesome quilt designer and will walk you through every step. Enjoy!

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