Recipe for Success

September snuck up on me, but the evidence of freshly canned jars of applesauce sitting on the pantry shelf, is one of the tell-tale signs that summer is winding down even though the days are still hot.  I've already spotted a few red maple leaves on the trees in the yard reminding me that a new season is about to begin.   That quiet season.  Before all the holiday rush.  There's a stillness in the evenings now too, punctuated by the cadence of crickett song and I sense a subtle change in the air as autumn makes it's surprise entrance.  We've had a flurry of friends dropping in and out these past few weeks and it's forced me to slow down and relish the remaining days of dry weather out under the shade of the trees.   I really welcome this time to relax but all the while, my mind has been swirling with ideas and projects I intend to start or finish.  With so many things going on, I haven't made as much progress on the dollhouse bakery as I would've liked to, however this much anticipated package just arrived (like two minutes ago, so this post will be short and sweet because I simply cannot wait another moment to find out what lovely little things we have!)  So if that doesn't spark things up and get me motivated, I don't know WHAT will.  Here's a sneak peek at how the shop is shaping up. 

And just in case anyone wants to know, the embroidery transfer for my Recipe Towels can be found here.  There are four in the set, and they're not only super cute but you can actually use the recipes on them.  How sweet is that?