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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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New project stitching, golf tournament fundraiser, New project stitching, golf tournament fundraiser, time to garden, surprise birthday party for a friend (such a surprise that I didn’t take a picture), sunset on the deck. 

I’m ready for the week ahead 🤞🏻 

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No stitchy posts this weekend- I get to be Mom all No stitchy posts this weekend- I get to be Mom all weekend. Billy just got home from an amazing trip out west where he got to white water raft, ride a gondola, hike in a national park (where they saw all kinds of wildlife), swim, go to a real rodeo, go on an alpine rail, make new friends and so much more. 

I missed him so much (even though he doesn’t live with us every day…yep, the mom in me knew he was far away 😊) - we are so thankful to the Let’s Go West team for planning & documenting this trip. He’s staying on with us a few more days …I was even excited to do his laundry!?!?🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

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Are you in the mood for more BAP - Big Awesome Pro Are you in the mood for more BAP - Big Awesome Produce??

The follow up to 'There's a Hare in my Garden' will debut in September & I can't wait for you to see it!!

#handsondesign #bigawesomeproduce #fabricsbystephanie #pearlcotton #stitchsomehappy
The Finishing Touch Course-in-a-box is open for pr The Finishing Touch Course-in-a-box is open for pre-order only through July 31st! They will not be available after that date.

Pre-order means, if you place an order, you will receive yours (orders are fulfilled in the order they are received starting Aug 1st)

Head to chantelles141.com to read what all is included in your shipment & get your fabric & floss list while you are there 

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It's World Emoji Day!! 🌼🤷🏼‍♀️🍅🪡😉❤️ 

Did you know that when I released Well Hello There - we called those adorable buttons that grace each stitch every month 'button-moji's'?? 

Button-moji packs are still available from my dear friends @justanotherbuttoncompany - I don't know that button-moji ever caught on as a word but they sure look cute

#handsondesign #wellhellothere #EmojiFun #justanotherbuttoncompany #stitchsomehappy
A little 'down-time' between HOD models, I started A little 'down-time' between HOD models, I started Harvest Lilies from my good friend Tracy @inkcircles.xs - I switched up the linen for 32ct Rosewood @fabrics.by.steph & called for threads with Sulky 12wt. I do have a yellow pulled for the negative space that looks kinda quilty. I'm thinking about leaving it like it is...what do you think?

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