I didn't think that I would get to write this post today. It has been one of those days. One word. Kids.
A later posting time is perfectly fitting for today's subject matter however (in the UK at least it is getting dark). Today's subject matter being Halloween inspired. There are two reasons I've made/am posting this early - I always run out of time making holiday things unless I make them 2 months in advance/I won't at home for Halloween this year.
So here it is in all it's spooky glory - a cute little table runner for the scary season to come. When Amanda showed her own version a few weeks ago, I fell in love, purchased the pattern and making it went straight to the top of the essential to do list. (The pattern is available here).
It wasn't until I began pulling together my fabrics that I realised a slight drawback - I didn't actually have a single scrap of Halloween fabric. Eager as I was to get started, fabrics instead were chosen by resemblence to a pumpkin-esque colour scheme.
To go with my new runner I modified the pincushion pattern from Joelle Hoverson's 'Last Minute Patchwork and Quilted Gifts' to make a pumpkin version.
I think I love this pincushion slightly more than is healthy.
Hmmmm... maybe I need to get W.I.P.ping on a few cushions to go with.
You know me by now...
I love it!
Posted by: Kristin | 08/23/2011 at 07:47 PM
The pincushion is way too cute! I can't wait for fall - if only we could skip winter!
Posted by: Leila | 08/23/2011 at 08:09 PM
That is SO cute!
Posted by: EG | 08/23/2011 at 08:23 PM
Spooktacular!!! Tis the season and a fun one at that!!
Your little pumpkins are soo cute!
Posted by: Sara | 08/23/2011 at 08:27 PM
I've made this pincushion, but not as cute as yours! I love the pumpkin!
Posted by: Dawn | 08/23/2011 at 08:33 PM
I also know the sting of not finishing in time for seasonal/holiday projects...happened to me last Christmas. And although I live in Australia, and Halloween and Autumn are not traditional features of October, I have finished 2 single bed Halloween quilt tops and 1 back already. You can find pics at http://findingfifth.blogspot.com/. Just piecing the 2nd back this week before I send it off to the quilters this Sunday.
Time to get some cute Halloween fabrics I say Aneela...pumpkins a'plenty. Cheers, Fiona
Posted by: Fiona Gregory | 08/23/2011 at 08:38 PM
I love it!!! We have a big pumpkin party every fall I need to make one of these!!
Posted by: mo | 08/23/2011 at 08:48 PM
I love pincushions.Your pumpkin is gorgeous. I've made a few pincushions myself but i don't have a pumpkin yet, maybe I'll tr to make one now.
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Posted by: Teresa | 08/23/2011 at 08:50 PM
wow! me, too! I have been working on halloween placemats all morning... came upstairs for a computer break and the first thing I see is this runner and your adorable pin cushion... I see why you're in love with it. love the green top, too cute xo amy
Posted by: Amy | 08/23/2011 at 09:33 PM
Your pumpkin runner is great- a lovely departure from the colours you often use!
Posted by: Suz | 08/23/2011 at 09:35 PM
What great color combinations. I didn't even notice they weren't Halloween until you mentioned it. And, I love the pincushion!
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Posted by: Ricci | 08/23/2011 at 10:25 PM
So cute! Love halloweeeeeeeen :) Hehe!
Posted by: Jeni | 08/23/2011 at 10:32 PM
This is so cute - I'm totally inspired to make little pumpkins now!
Posted by: Jessica | 08/24/2011 at 12:53 AM
I love to decorate for fall/autumn. I like the color choices...fall-ish but not just Halloween. I have been doing some fall sewing for the past few weeks...it helps get me through a very hot August!
Posted by: Sue. | 08/24/2011 at 01:02 AM
I love it! How simple and beautiful... I think you'll get more use out of it without the halloween fabric - this way you can use it in September and November, too, and catch all of autumn.
Posted by: CitricSugar | 08/24/2011 at 01:02 AM
Great table runner! Sometimes it is fun to use
more generic prints so you can enjoy it all fall. Nola
Posted by: Nola | 08/24/2011 at 01:31 AM
I totally love your pumpkin pincushion too.
Australians don't traditionally celebrate Halloween, although the retailers are really pushing it. It's harder to be spooky in spring with all the freshness and longer days...
Posted by: Shari | 08/24/2011 at 01:41 AM
The pumpkins are inspiring. Oh no, another project for me.
Posted by: Vicki | 08/24/2011 at 02:06 AM
Very sweet and well-sewed. As a follower of your blog, it is almost unbelievable to me that this was made by you out of your stash- the colors are so different than what you usually work in. Neat!
PS I am American, living in America and today I bought the cheese crackers with peanut butter in them for a snack. I used to always associate them with going fishing with my dad and now they make me think of your snack experience at O'Hare.
Posted by: Stephanie | 08/24/2011 at 03:30 AM
I love your table runner and pincushion;-) Here is also a free pumpkin pincushion pattern: http://www2.fiskars.com/Activities/Crafting/Project-Gallery/Sewing-and-Quilting/Sewn-Pumpkin-Pincushion
Hildy
Posted by: Hildy | 08/24/2011 at 08:02 AM
SO STINKING CUTE! I've been eye-balling that pattern for a while but haven't committed on it yet. But I think this will sway me by tomorrow.
And that pincushion is delicious. Uber adorable.
Posted by: Binks | 08/24/2011 at 09:34 AM
very cute aneela! i love your fabric choices!
Posted by: randi | 08/24/2011 at 01:24 PM
Love this design and it would be perfect for Thanksgiving here in the United States. Thanks for sharing it!
Posted by: elsa | 08/24/2011 at 01:59 PM
*claps wildly like a mad woman* I love that table runner rather more than is healthy, and the pumpkin pin cushion too. LOVE them!
(also - do you love how in our guilt for being away at Halloween we are trying to make up for it with quilty stuff. I'm making a quilt too)
Posted by: Katy | 08/24/2011 at 08:26 PM
those are the cutest pumpkins ever!!!!!
Posted by: dianne | 08/26/2011 at 01:42 AM
super duper cute
Posted by: Dan | 08/26/2011 at 04:45 PM
I Love Love your fabric....I have some of all of it thank you
Posted by: janet | 09/19/2011 at 01:49 AM
It's a terrific pincushion, and a wonderful table runner. The fact that it isn't actually Halloween fabrics makes it usable for the entire fall. With that inspiration, I can even make one for a friend who doesn't celebrate Halloween! Thank you!
Posted by: susan | 10/12/2011 at 11:13 PM