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A POWERFUL PUMPKIN

A POWERFUL PUMPKIN

September 19, 2021 By Cathy Habermann 4 Comments

The Philanthropic Pumpkin This sweet pumpkin is what happens when 2 friends in a common industry put their heads together for a greater good. The back story (you know I always have one…) This project has been several years in the making through many conversations with Lois of Lady Dot

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I’VE BEEN FRAMED

I’VE BEEN FRAMED

May 21, 2021 By Cathy Habermann 2 Comments

I’ve been framed!! Well, I should say, I’ve been framing! I had a very definite look in mind when I was planning The Kitchen Counter designs. Retro, bright & a unique frame – something to pop… in a subtle way. My local frame places are having a difficult time right

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TURNIP THE BEET

TURNIP THE BEET

April 22, 2021 By Cathy Habermann 4 Comments

It’s Thyme to Turnip the Beet! The vegetable puns have been flying around our house lately!! I giggled my way through the whole design process right through the stitching and finishing!! I wanted to experiment with more hoop finishes – actually, I wanted to dye the hoop. As I shopped

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LOVE YOU

LOVE YOU

February 3, 2021 By Cathy Habermann 35 Comments

Love You Each year as I sit here & write a blogpost about the newest Anniversary design, I usually spot a theme to our year…travels, family, big events – it makes the post very easy to write. This year…is different.   I’m not going to list the things that made

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FIRST FROST FINISHING TEMPLATES

FIRST FROST FINISHING TEMPLATES

January 27, 2021 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

First Frost Finishing Templates Thank you for stitching these ‘Sampler on a Snowman’ designs – sweet little snowmen to add to your wintery decor. I have provided templates for you to use if you would like to finish the designs as pictured. I will update this page once I have

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IF PUMPKINS COULD FLY…

IF PUMPKINS COULD FLY…

October 22, 2020 By Cathy Habermann 11 Comments

I was asked to design a special piece for a monthly bag program & as I was ‘finishing’ the project, I thought I would snap a few pictures to walk you through my process. But first…a little background! Here is the design ‘inspirational’ fabric! So adorable…there was a special request

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SECRET SANTA – SECRETS REVEALED

SECRET SANTA – SECRETS REVEALED

October 14, 2020 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

Secret Santa – Secrets revealed…I feel like this is one of those reality tv shows where they have the ‘behind the scenes’ show after the season is over, only I promise no cat fights!! (or you might end up on the naughty list!) Here they are, in all of their

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A FLAMBOYANCE HOLIDAY – FINISHING TEMPLATE

A FLAMBOYANCE HOLIDAY – FINISHING TEMPLATE

September 21, 2020 By Cathy Habermann 13 Comments

A Flamboyance Holiday – Finishing Template Thank you for stitching this little mini-series of flamingos – the perfect touch for a Flamboyance Holiday! I’ve provided a template which is the exact size that was used in the pictured finishes. You just need to grab some matboard, cardboard, batting, ribbon &

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I’LL-GET-TO-IT-SOME-DAY PROJECTS

I’LL-GET-TO-IT-SOME-DAY PROJECTS

September 20, 2020 By Cathy Habermann Leave a Comment

I’ve spent the past few weekends working on some of those projects… you know the projects – the ‘I can stitch/quilt this one in a jiff’ projects. The photos from my IG stories yesterday generated a few questions about how I was making my current table runner project. The photos

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THE OOPSIE PAGE

THE OOPSIE PAGE

July 1, 2020 By Cathy Habermann 2 Comments

I have an OOPSIE page on this website. I really dislike that I even have such a page… that I have to tell you that it exists…that I have to update it occasionally…and that it probably doesn’t even have ALL of the oopsies on it!! But, now that you know

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This sweet pink linen was perfect for my retro-fee This sweet pink linen was perfect for my retro-feel color palette, but when it came to finishing, I wanted to boost the pink a little. Swipe to see how I layered a slightly darker pink cotton to give me the finish I was looking for!

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It’s been a good day to celebrate 61 trips around It’s been a good day to celebrate 61 trips around the sun. Quietly working away in the studio, sending emails, posting new releases & working on upcoming projects. ❤️

Are you in either of my classes during the @jingleballxs ? Check your inbox, I sent out a class FAQ email earlier today. Yes, there is still plenty of time to sign up for the Ball & both of my classes (Stand Up for Santa & Perforated Poinsettias)

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Nothing says 'Holidays' like an awesome plaid!! H Nothing says 'Holidays' like an awesome plaid!!

Home for the Holidays is a fun, quick to stitch & finish retro colored classic. I put this one in my 'comfort stitch' category 🪡❤️

So sweet on that pale pink linen from Stephanie. Chantelle's Penny Paddle is the perfect size for this finish!

New Releases begin shipping to shops next week! I hope that you enjoyed today's parade!

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Check out the next float in the New Release Parade Check out the next float in the New Release Parade! Poinsettia’s, Putz houses, pears & a partridge. 

That's a whole lot of Classic holiday motifs with a touch of folk inspired design.

Yes, it finishes on the same Folk Paddle - this time I stained it a festive green! The poinsettia ornament is included, (it looks adorable with the Lady Dot rick rack)

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How do you feel about a New Release Parade today?! How do you feel about a New Release Parade today?!

Let's kick one off with All is Bright! Take your pick from the 3 charted sayings included inside this design: happy holidays, merry christmas & feliz navidad

Stitched with Weeks Dye Workes on the lovely Juniper from Fabrics by Stephanie! I just love this clean finish in Chantelle's Snapshot Frame!

New releases begin shipping to shops next week - it's time to gather your holiday colors! 🎄

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