Hello friends and Happy Halloween! I thought today I would share with you a revisiting of Autumn's Pantry, the project I worked on in 2019 that celebrates all the wonderful things this change of seasons has to offer. It is a local farmside shop which is a must-visit destination for the community at harvest's end.
The proprietor, Fiona, has dressed up in her favorite witchy costume to delight the children who stop by. She was created by Pauline Pugliese whom I have known since the beginning of her journey into doll making. She is an incredibly talented artisan, and Fiona is the cherished and treasured host of this establishment.
Folks also love to come by and visit with Spooky, the friendly black cat. He doesn't give you bad luck if he crosses in front of you, but he is likely to rub up on your pantlegs and leave behind a few hairs.
The shop offers seasonal delights such as baked goods and jams, locally bottled cider, locally grown apples, pumpkins and flowers and even offers home décor made by local artisans to decorate with for Thanksgiving.
Once you find all the fall delights you're craving inside the shop, you can take the family on a walk through the corn maze and into the pumpkin patch to pick your favorite gourd for carving. The grounds all around the shop are filled with seasonal decorations!
It is even a little spooky at night if you like that sort of thing.
Whatever way you celebrate the season, there's something for you at Autumn's Pantry! Come by for a cup of hot apple cider and a visit with old friends! Fiona and Spooky are waiting for you!
There are plans for a future sister shop to celebrate all things spring and summer, but that's a ways down the queue, yet.
I am off to visit my folks in Arizona, so until I see you again mid November, take care and enjoy all that the season has to offer!
xo xo,
Jodi
Such a great little shop! So full of delightful autumn colour and sooo many fun goodies! Safe travels too - I hope you have a lovely time!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shannon! It is always so much fun to revisit Autumn's Pantry this time of year and I am so glad to be able to share it with blog friends!
DeleteI am looking forward to lots of great time with my folks! I miss them terribly!
I love all of the bold rich colors! great project
ReplyDeleteThanks Troy! It is great to have minis as an excuse to indulge in this type of palette!
DeleteEs una de las escenas otoñales que más me ha gustado del mundo de las miniaturas, volver a verla es una delicia!
ReplyDeleteDisfruta de tu viaje!!!
Besos
¡Gracias Pilar! ¡También fue uno de mis proyectos favoritos de todos los tiempos en el que trabajar! El tamaño pequeño lo hace menos intimidante. Creo que este será el tamaño y tipo de proyecto en el que me centraré en mi mini futuro. Una vez que termine todos los proyectos grandes a medio hacer en mi sala de trabajo, ¡por supuesto!
DeleteGood job ! Lovely colors and a lot to look at.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mummu! I really packed a lot in this little shop and had so much fun doing it!
DeleteOh, what a wonderful post! ;O) I've enjoyed meeting again with Fiona, Spooky and their beautiful shop to the fullest. It was a big pleasure to recover all these delicious treats and the beautiful decorations you've made. And it's exciting news that you're thinking about a sister shop in the future... hooray... fun project's coming up. But forgive me reminding you that there are FOUR seasons... listen closely to me whispering a bug into your brain: "Christmas shop... Christmas shop... Christmas shop..." (Aaaaahhhrrrgggghhhh... see what you're bringing me to... I even mentioned this certain holiday at the end of the year which shouldn't be named yet at this time of the year!!!)
ReplyDeleteI hope you've had a Happy Halloween and that you are having / will have a great time with your family. Enjoy it to the fullest and make as many memories as possible... while I am looking forward to see something new from you popping up here.
Hugs
Birgit
Thanks Birgit! You said THAT WORD!!! My tummy just sunk. Is it November already???
DeleteOh, and don't you tempt me with a Christmas shop! You know I already have a drawer full of Christmas minis and supplies that I have collected, right? I was saving them to make an interactive advent diorama for my someday grandkids. But since Tasha is only ever going to give me goats and chickens, and Ande is taking his sweet time, I may just end up making a Christmas shop! Especially if, God forbid, I dismantle the Sweet Christmas Cottage when we downsize and move into our "golden years".
As for a shop for every season... You are a bad influence! Don't you know I am having a hard time already controlling myself? My head is full of ideas and half done ideas and I still haven't figured out a way to stop time and quit getting older! I know - you come here and move in with me and we can double team our dreams, okay? 😜
I am going to squeeze my folks so tight, Birgit. I miss them so much, and you know better than most how precious this time is as they get older. I'll write you privately when I get home to tell you of some troubling news. Big hugs.
I am always amazed at all the little bits and pieces and accessories that you create and add to your projects. Enjoy your time with your folks.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann! It is always surprising just how many things we are able to squeeze into a mini scene - even a small one! It is great fun to revisit them, especially seasonally made ones, each year!
DeleteYour blog is a constant delight to me. I love your "Autumn's Pantry" Jodi, it so full of wonderful goodies, everything looks so tempting. Fiona an Spooky are very lucky to have such a lovely place to spend their days.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a fabulous time with your family, and can kick back an relax a little.
Big hugs,
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Thanks Sandi! It is so much fun to be able to go back into our blogs and reminisce about the joy we experienced during each project! I am so glad to know that you enjoyed Autumn's Pantry, too!
DeleteI am looking forward to long talks and many belly laughs! I miss having mom and dad in the same state, though it is nice to think about them living their dream!
It's gave me a great pleasure to visit your Autumn's Party again. I'm already looking forward to seeing your new project which I know will be no less wonderful than this one.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice visit with your folks.
Hugs, Drora
Thanks so much, Drora! I need to observe a little discipline and finish some things before I allow myself to begin anything new. But it is nice to dream!
DeleteStay safe and I'll connect with you when I get home. Big hugs!
Oh how I love this shop! and Fiona ofcourse. I stil think she is a real witch. but a good one of course. not some hag dabling in black magic.
ReplyDeleteThe shop itself is mini perfection. every detail is just right. And although you have crammed it full of miniatures not one of them is too much. Everything is just as it should be.
Huibrecht
Thanks Huibrecht! It is fun to get the shop down, dust it and enjoy it again every so often! I love the vibrant colors and overflowing feel, too, and Fiona, while powerful, only uses her powers for good!
DeleteJodi, I'm so happy that you shared this post - the pantry is so delightful! Fiona is amazing, and I love every little detail of the shop. I was gasping in delight from all the flowers! What a magical place! I wish you a wonderful vacation!
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle! This was such a fun project, and the compact size kept it short and sweet. I see many more of this size and theme focused in my future! I am so looking forward to hugging my folks!
DeleteEs una delicia volver a recordar este trabajo.
ReplyDeleteGracias Isabel! ¡Realmente disfruto revisitándolo también!
DeleteWhat a beautiful and abundant little shop full of lovely goodies! As a heavy tea drinker, what caught my eye especially were the pumpkin shaped teapots (I guess). Did you make them?
ReplyDeleteThanks Millimari! It is an explosion of fall color! I did not make the teapot. It was a purchase from a mini shop but I cannot remember which one. I do believe it is mass produced by Falcon Miniatures or Houseworks, so you should be able to find one like it, probably seasonally, at your favorite retailer. I bet you could make a pretty good one with Paperclay if you're feeling crafty!
DeleteIncredible photos. So many details. It's so beautiful and interesting.🙂
ReplyDeleteThanks Inesa!
DeleteDear Jodi, I am finally here!!! My son has remotely helped me figure out how to get my commenting ability back! Yay! I just love seeing this Autumn Pantry again and getting a look at all those amazing pieces you made! Fiona is clearly happy to show off all the Autumn supplies and it is the perfect Halloween setting! I do hope your travels go smoothly and you have a great Family visit!! :):)
ReplyDeleteOh Betsy I am so glad you found a way to get it worked out! Thank goodness for our smart kids!
DeleteFinally back and sooooo much to catch up on over the next few days. Is it really mid-November already??? The visit was amazing and long overdue!
I remember this beautiful shop. Fiona looks like a real witch, but a good one.
ReplyDeleteThanks Faby! I am clueless about what constitutes a "real witch" but I am certain that Fiona is a good soul through and through! 👼
DeleteLoved your post! Your unique perspective sets your writing apart. Looking forward to more!
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