Welcome to the Hearth and Soul Link Party. How are things in your corner of the world? We have had an interesting transition from summer to fall here in the UK, with temperatures ranging from 12°C to about 26°C (that’s about 53°F to 75°F), and everything in between. However, things are now looking distinctly more autumnal, despite the variations in the temperature.
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I took this photograph on a recent walk with my husband in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, about a half hour from where we live. Although the Thames is famous for being the river that runs through London, it actually flows through much of southern England. The longest river in England (215 miles/346 km), the Thames is also the second longest river in the United Kingdom. You can see the transition from summer to fall just beginning as the leaves start to turn on some of the trees.
What Has Been Happening as we Transition from Summer to Fall?
It was a busy week, with my first face to face networking meeting in over 18 months. I’ve also been working on my vintage recipes cookbook manuscript, as well as more recipes and articles for the blog.
I’m also focusing on Pinterest, as I am getting very near to 10,000 followers. Do you follow me on Pinterest? If you do, thank you! If not, I would love your support as I work to achieve my goal of 10,000 followers before the end of the year.
My husband Guy and I also had a lovely overnight stay in London later in the week.
On the blog, I featured one of my most popular afternoon tea recipes, perfect for the transition from summer to fall.
Moist and tender, with distinctly almond flavour, these delicious, easy to make Raspberry Bakewell Tart Squares are an easy twist on a traditional Bakewell Tart.
Save The Date
As we transition from summer to fall and on to winter, I will be offering one more online baking class this year, on Saturday 13th November. Don’t miss all the insider hints and tips to help you make my family’s Traditional British Christmas Cake. There’s a gluten free version too! More details will be announced in my newsletter soon.
Transition from Summer to Fall – Featured Posts
Transition from summer to fall featured posts (from top left, clockwise):-
Sandra from Dinner at Eight shares a lovely Easing Into Fall Tablescape that is perfect for this time of year.
If you love blueberry pies as much as I do, Sarita of An Off The Grid Life’s Best Blueberry Pie Recipe Roundup will leave you feeling very inspired.
As we transition from summer to fall, get a head start on Halloween preparations with these DIY Felt Pumpkins with Free Printable from Laura of The Yellow Birdhouse.
Leslie of My Gluten Free Cucina shares precious family food memories along with a gluten-free version of her Mom’s Italian Wine Biscuits.
On with the party!
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Comments & Reviews
I definitely want to try out the recipe for your raspberry Bakewell tart squares! Thank you for sharing and thanks so much for hosting as well!
Thank you, Tai. Have a lovely week!
Hi April and Happy Fall transition. Four shares this week (#2,3,4,6). Focus on self-care and making the transition healthy and happy. Enjoy!
Thank you, Nancy! Have a lovely week!
We’re just starting to have cooler weather and see leaves turning.
Interesting about the Thames! You’re right, I had always associated it with London, but never thought about it branching out into the countryside.
I never realised about the Thames until I lived here in England either, Barbara. I’m glad it has cooled down a bit for you too. Have a lovely week!
April, My Mom would have been so proud and thrilled to see her wine biscuits featured at the Hearth and Soul party, I can’t even imagine what she would say! Thanks so much!
I’m so pleased, Leslie! Thank you for your support of Hearth and Soul.
It sounds like the weather is very cool where you live April. We’ve had a very hot summer with a lot of rain. I will miss the summertime as it’s my favorite time of year. I hope you have a nice week.
It is very cool this year, Julie, although we are having some nice sunny days at the moment. I hope you are having a nice week too.
Hi April,
I love the transition of the seasons, it always gives me something new to look forward to. Hope you are having a great weekend and thanks so much for the party!
Miz Helen
Me too, Miz Helen! What a lovely way to put it. The change of seasons really does give us much to look forward to. I hope you had a great weekend too and that your week is going well.
Thanks so much for hosting April. I am looking forward to your cooking class!!
Thank you so much, Cindy! I am looking forward to seeing you there 🙂
That photo overlooking the Thames is gorgeous! How beautiful that must have been to see in person, April!
Those pumpkins are adorable! I love fall decorating and I’m very much intrigued by Leslie’s wine biscuits.
This week I’ve linked up the easiest slow cooker apple butter (no apples needed!) and my harvest trail mix. Both ideal for fall!
Thanks for hosting and I hope you have a lovely week!
Shirley
It really was wonderful, Shirley! I’m super curious about your slow cooker apple butter that doesn’t need apples….I’m on my way over to check it out! I hope you are having a lovely week too.
Beautiful countryside photo, April! I do follow you on Pinterest, I am a very happy pinner of recipes 🙂
Happy Fall!
Thank you, Pat, and thank you so much for following me on Pinterest. I have just popped over to double check that I am following you too, and I am 🙂 Happy Fall!
The transition shot is beautiful.
Thank you, Shiju!
Love how much you love fall!
It’s funny, Michele, I think I love all the seasons in one way or another. I like to get excited about the changes. That said, fall really is special to me 🙂
Happy Monday April and thank you for hosting!
I hope you are having a lovely week, Maya!
What a beautiful photo of your area!
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com,
Thank you, Michelle! I feel so lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world 🙂
Oh wow! Thanks so much for featuring my DIY felt pumpkins! 😀
My pleasure, Laura! They are so cute!
We are starting to experience fall -like weather too and it feels really good. Love your exquisite photo and enjoyed the party. Thanks for having it each week April.
Thank you so much for all your support of Hearth and Soul, Judee!
Hello April and thank you for another week of hosting!
That cake looks mouthwatering…if I am allowed to say this lol. Totally need to try it!
Wish you a great day!
Of course you are allowed to say it, Sinziana – and thank you! I hope you are having a lovely week.
What a beautiful photo!
Thank you, Joanne!
Wow, what a beautiful photo. Thanks for sharing it with us. Happy Fall and thanks for hosting. I hope that you have a wonderful week.
Happy Fall, Patrick! Thank you for the compliment! I hope your week is wonderful too.
April, thanks so much for including my fall transition tablescape with your other creative features! Such a lovely surprise! We headed to New Mexico on the 19th and just returned, having had a wonderful, (mostly) unplugged vacation. I recommend it highly! The pretty shot of the Thames reminds me of the lovely landscapes we found in southern England in 2014. I can’t wait to return!
It’s a pleasure, Sandra 🙂 I’m so glad you had a lovely vacation. I have always wanted to visit New Mexico. I hope you are able to return to England soon!