October. The beginning of the magical holiday season, here in my neck of the woods.

As a child, October 1st signaled this thing, this almost tangible shift in the air of anticipation, and surprises, and things out of the ordinary, sure to delight.

As a mama, that’s how I want my children to feel–and I do my darndest to create that magic in our home, in our lives, in our traditions.

We say farewell to the summer with a bonfire at the equinox, and we begin plotting and planning and decorating for the festivities to come.

We create reasons to spend time together, to make and do together.

In the end, much of the magic is created by Mama (and Daddy too) being a little more in the moment, a little more willing to do those things that are less than convenient.

I believe, after all, that we are all Creators, for sure.

Plus, I like the title. Mom: Creator of Magic.

Make some magic, friends.

xoxo

April

 

Instructions:

The instructions on this block are quick and simple, kids.

Use the paper piecing pattern to make 4 quarter blocks. (I made mine with (not very pretty) Y seams, and thought you’d like this way better. :)

Stitch quarter blocks together to make a full block. Press seams open to reduce bulk where you will appliqué.

Trace appliqué words on to fuse able interfacing, adhere to wrong side of fabric, and cut out.

Iron on letters, then stitch around.

Voila!

Download the paper piecing pattern here.