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GOOSE ON THE LOOSE – FINISHING PICTURE WALK

GOOSE ON THE LOOSE – FINISHING PICTURE WALK

April 7, 2026 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

Goose on the Loose – let’s walk through the finishing of this oversize produce! It is very similar to finishing a strawberry with different leaves! I took pictures as I finished both carrots (20ct & 32ct) & I will use the photos interchangeably. The main difference is the leaves. Scroll

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A LITTLE LOVE NOTE

A LITTLE LOVE NOTE

February 5, 2026 By Cathy Habermann 15 Comments

A Little Love Note   Two things happened early in January to inspire the 2026 Anniversary Token (the design that I gift to both Bill & stitchers – he gets the pillow – you get the chart). 1st – Bill & I went fabric shopping one Saturday. No, Bill does

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MURDER IN THE GARDEN – FINISHING PICTURE WALK TUTORIAL

MURDER IN THE GARDEN – FINISHING PICTURE WALK TUTORIAL

September 19, 2025 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

Murder in the Garden – a finishing picture walk tutorial. I am so happy that you all like this quirky, oversized series of produce! The finishes are not difficult when broken down into steps. A sewing machine will be required although hand-sewing will do the job as well. I will

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THERE’S A HARE IN MY GARDEN FINISHING PICTURE WALK

THERE’S A HARE IN MY GARDEN FINISHING PICTURE WALK

March 17, 2025 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

There’s a Hare in My Garden – a picture walk finishing tutorial   If you’ve ever finished one of those cute little strawberry designs out there (I’ve got several of them!) – then this is going to be a piece of cake…albeit a slightly larger slice 😉   This 1st

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THE STITCHING PARLIAMENT – A PICTURE WALK STAND-UP FINISH

THE STITCHING PARLIAMENT – A PICTURE WALK STAND-UP FINISH

March 13, 2025 By Cathy Habermann 3 Comments

The Stitching Parliament – A Picture Walk Stand-up Finish   I just knew that I would stitch all 4 of The Stitching Parliament together & frame so that these fearsome foursome could hang on the wall in my studio! I also had a ‘vision’ that each Hoot would be marvelous

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YOU HAVE MY HEART

YOU HAVE MY HEART

January 31, 2025 By Cathy Habermann 8 Comments

You Have My Heart   I was looking around the house, picking out pieces of ‘Habermann marriage memorabilia’ to include in this year’s Anniversary Token photograph. I have pretty clear memories of the silver tray – it was a wedding gift (it was the 80’s…I think it was a required

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BELLE OF THE BALL – TUTORIAL

BELLE OF THE BALL – TUTORIAL

November 21, 2024 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

It’s no secret that I enjoy designing, stitching & finishing Christmas ornaments. I immediately fell in love with Belle of the Ball – it was just one of those designs that was so clear in my head & was a complete joy to stitch. I’ve put together a few photos

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SHOP HOP – TOPKNOT STITCHER SHOP

SHOP HOP – TOPKNOT STITCHER SHOP

August 13, 2024 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

I love a good shop hop! I’ve participated in a number of Quilt Shop Hops & even a few Cross Stitch Shops Hops (heck – I participated in one years ago as a shop owner!!) – One of my Big List goals for 2024 was to be more consistent with

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COOL BEANS – AN UPDATE

COOL BEANS – AN UPDATE

April 7, 2024 By Cathy Habermann 2 Comments

Cool Beans – a bit of a series update How do you take your coffee? Seriously. Very Seriously.     I spotted a conversation between stitchers on social media the other day. These awesome stitchers were comparing notes about the series ‘Cool Beans’ & the large border design that you

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GATHER ROUND – FINISHING TUTORIAL

GATHER ROUND – FINISHING TUTORIAL

March 26, 2024 By Cathy Habermann 2 Comments

Gather Round Series – Gather Wildflower, Gather Butterflies, Gather Pumpkins & Gather Pinecones   Thank you for purchasing the ‘Gather Round’ charts! I have included the original tutorial here as it was 1st presented in the Gather Round club. I plan to post a finishing tutorial in a video/FlossTube format

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This morning was spent at Stitchery Nook in Osage, IA - I love when stitchers share their HOD finishes ❤️❤️

Off to Hayden’s house before we head for home!

Travel to each of the participating shops June 1-August 31 & collect all 3 parts of this sampler. 

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What a blast at Welcome Stitchery! Justine and her What a blast at Welcome Stitchery! Justine and her whole crew were so welcoming…it’s just what they do!❤️

We head back to IA tonight to do it all over again tomorrow- btw, a very dedicated stitcher drive from SC to hit the hop!! 🤩 

Travel to each of the participating shops June 1-August 31 & collect all 3 parts of this sampler. 

Shanty Stitchers, Beresford SD
Welcome Stitchery, Blue Earth MN
Stitchery Nook, Osage IA

Yes, you will be able to ‘collect’ this chart even if you can’t travel there. (Starting Sept 1)

Designs built on my original art 🪡

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So much fun at Shanty Stitchers this morning. We h So much fun at Shanty Stitchers this morning. We had visitors come from ALL over! Even a few surprise visitors (never underestimate the power of a girl’s weekend)❤️

On to the next stop!

Travel to each of the participating shops June 1-August 31 & collect all 3 parts of this sampler. 

Shanty Stitchers, Beresford SD
Welcome Stitchery, Blue Earth MN
Stitchery Nook, Osage IA

Yes, you will be able to ‘collect’ this chart even if you can’t travel there. (Starting Sept 1)

Designs built on my original art 🪡

#handsondesign #shophop #redwhiteblue #stitchsomehappy
Singing to reach the folks in the back…we’re going Singing to reach the folks in the back…we’re going on the road!!

I’ll be posting and storying along the way😎❤️

See you soon?

Red. White. Blue. is the official pattern of this summer’s Tri-state Shop Hop.

Travel to each of the participating shops June 1-August 31 & collect all 3 parts of this sampler. 

Shanty Stitchers, Beresford SD
Welcome Stitchery, Blue Earth MN
Stitchery Nook, Osage IA

Yes, you will be able to ‘collect’ this chart even if you can’t travel there. (Starting Sept 1)

Designs built on my original art 🪡

#handsondesign #roadtrip #shophop #redwhiteblue #stitchsomehappy
Red. White. Blue. is the official pattern of this Red. White. Blue. is the official pattern of this summer’s Tri-state Shop Hop.

Travel to each of the participating shops June 1-August 31 & collect all 3 parts of this sampler. 

Shanty Stitchers, Beresford SD
Welcome Stitchery, Blue Earth MN
Stitchery Nook, Osage IA

Yes, you will be able to ‘collect’ this chart even if you can’t travel there. (Starting Sept 1)

Designs built on my original art 🪡

#handsondesign ##redwhiteblue #shophop #stitchsomehappy
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