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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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