Apple Pie Banner

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Hello September!  School started last week and that's always been the beginning of the Fall season for me.  In honor of those two things, I've created an Apple Pie Banner.

Welcome to the Creative Craft Hop hosted by Sara from Birdz of a Feather.  If you just came from Donna @ Modern on Monticello, welcome to the Cottage!  At the bottom of this post I'll direct you to the next stop on this hop, but be sure to visit all of the other stops too for some amazing inspiration. They will all be listed.
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This project got its start on Design Space.  I found a pie pattern, sized and cut it on felt using my Cricut Maker.
I used a blanket stitch to put them together and made a total of 5.
Then I went in search of an apple pattern.  Found one, cut and stitched it.
I made 4 apples.
Next, mini clothespins were attached with hot glue.
The pies and apples were clipped to a piece of jute and the banner was complete.
Nice and easy.  Just how I like it! 
 
I'm currently working on pumpkins to replace the apples for October.  Since mini clothespins were used, it will be easy to update this banner with pumpkins! 

Have you started your fall decorating?

Don't forget this is a hop so it's time to visit Jenna @ The Painted Apron.  Once you've stopped by to see her, be sure to visit all of the others for more inspiration!

Comments

  1. Tammy LagalySeptember 10, 2024 at 7:15 AM

    Wow! That's a lot of stitching, but so worth it! Looks so cute. Pinning so I can try this later!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:15 PM

      Thanks, Tammy. It's actually quite relaxing!

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:25 AM

    I haven't started decorating for Fall and probably never will; I may just skip right to xmas :). Your banner is so versatile but it's so fitting right now for the name of your blog. By the way, your hand stitching is incredible, Ann. Love how this turned out!

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    1. Sara AllenSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:27 AM

      Forgot to leave my name lol! So glad you joined us today; hope that means you're feeling better.

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    2. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:18 PM

      Thank you so much. I get the idea of skipping to Christmas...the holidays come up quickly at this time of year! Healthwise, I'm about the same, but I'm doing the things I can to stay busy!

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  3. My thrift store addictionSeptember 10, 2024 at 9:39 AM

    Well, how cute is this?! Adorable autumn decor and so creative, Ann--pinned!

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  4. decorateandmorewithtip.comSeptember 10, 2024 at 10:25 AM

    How adorable. This would be so cute in a kitchen or even in a classroom bulletin board. What a great idea. Love it!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:21 PM

      Thank you, Terrie. I guess you can take the teacher out of the classroom.....

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  5. thepaintedapron.comSeptember 10, 2024 at 11:26 AM

    This is over the top adorable Ann! The felt pies just make you smile! I love the apples too, and how brilliant to be able to swap them out for pumpkins later in the fall! I need to get busy on my fall decorating~
    Jenna

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:22 PM

      Thanks, Jenna. I haven't done a lot of fall decorating this year, but this banner makes it a bit easier!

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  6. Gail @Purple Hues and MeSeptember 10, 2024 at 12:10 PM

    Too cute and very versatile, Ann! I love that you can switch it out with pumpkins for later! You always have the best ideas for creating!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:23 PM

      You know me...I like to keep things simple, Gail. Now I need to think of something for Christmas!

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  7. Allyson @ Southern SunflowerSeptember 10, 2024 at 2:19 PM

    What a cute and creative banner! I've got a pie themed gift I'm working on. I don't have a cricut otherwise this would be perfect to add. I was checking out that *perfect* hand stitching on your pumpkin, wow.

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2024 at 7:24 PM

      Perfect? I don't know about that! Your pie theme sounds fun. Can't wait to see it!

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  8. Kim September 10, 2024 at 3:51 PM

    Well that is just darling, Ann! Of course, now I want pie...Haha!! Happy Fall!!

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  9. Joanne September 10, 2024 at 4:09 PM

    That banner is so, so cute!

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  10. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloSeptember 11, 2024 at 6:31 AM

    So adorable! I need to spend more time on Design Space for inspiration beyond paper crafts and vinyl cutouts. Thanks for the inspiration to do that. Your banner really is one of a kind.

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    1. AnnSeptember 11, 2024 at 8:41 AM

      Thank you, Donna. Design Space has so many possibilities. I often feel like I don't use it enough!

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  11. crackercrumblifeSeptember 13, 2024 at 11:42 AM

    This is seriously adorable. And I am addicted to little banners. This is perfect!

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  12. Jennifer WiseSeptember 16, 2024 at 9:57 AM

    I love this so much! It's darling. Pinned! Visiting from Senior Salon Pit Stop.

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