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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 the past year difficult…each & every one of us has such a list.  I’m fairly sure that we have all experienced highs, lows, joy & heartbreak.

 

Early on in the year, Bill & I made an agreement to ‘be exceedingly kind’ to each other. That sounds kind of strange for 2 people married for so long, but when the stresses of the day mount, it helps to know that I have a shelter & that I can be a shelter.

 

I chose simple words & design for this token – easy to change to your favorite palette.

 

Please click here to download your chart.

 

Please be sure to #handsondesign when you post your pictures (I’m nosy & I like to see them!)

Thanks once again to my friends at Just Another Button Company & Lady Dot Creates for providing the finishing touches…they were also vital lifelines this past year – everyone needs friends like them.

 

As we move further into the New Year, I hope that we can all be ‘exceedingly kind’ to one another.

 

Enjoy the stitch,

Cathy, Hands On Design

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  1. Connie says

    February 3, 2021 at 6:42 am

    Thank you so much for the cute Valentine’s chart and showing a beautiful finish as well. Also thankful for the zoom retreat last year and yes, always striving to be a better me.

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  2. Vickie Niggemann says

    February 3, 2021 at 7:28 am

    Thank you cathy! This is wonderful!

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  3. Robbin says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:09 am

    thank you. I too appreciate your kindness.

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  4. LindA says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:11 am

    Kindness really matters . A lovely Anniversary design. Many Wishes for the kindest Anniverary year ever!!! Thank you for the design freebie

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  5. Barbara says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:21 am

    Thanks

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  6. Mary says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:36 am

    Happy anniversary!! This design is Adorable, thank you so much!!!! 💗💗💗💗

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  7. Carol L Murch says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:42 am

    so very cute, thanks for sharing

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  8. Anita says

    February 3, 2021 at 11:03 am

    Thank You!

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  9. Lisa McCully says

    February 3, 2021 at 12:10 pm

    Thank you!!

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  10. Kate says

    February 3, 2021 at 2:07 pm

    Thank you Cathy!

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  11. Jo says

    February 3, 2021 at 2:45 pm

    Thank you so much, Cathy. Sometimes words seem inadequate and knowing “I love you” speaks volumes. I can’t think of anything better for this year. Congratulations to you and Mr. HOD on your anniversary. May you be blessed with many, many more happy years together. – And, thanks for sharing another terrific design with us!

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  12. Lori says

    February 3, 2021 at 3:08 pm

    Happy ANNIVERSARY and thank you

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  13. DeAnne Swarmer says

    February 3, 2021 at 4:48 pm

    Simple but such a beautiful sentiment. We will be celebrating our 31st (married), 32nd (Together) this March. ♥ Happy anniversary!! Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

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  14. Kanday Kerr says

    February 3, 2021 at 5:28 pm

    IT is so wonderful that you share a such a personal part of your life. that on this special day you actully give stitchers a gift. Happy anniversary to you and Mr. hod!

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  15. Maria says

    February 3, 2021 at 10:00 pm

    Thank you for the beautiful design. It will be perfect (if I can stitch it fast enough!) for my husband’s and my 35th anniversary which is next Monday.

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  16. Coleen says

    February 4, 2021 at 9:58 am

    So cute, thank you! 🙂

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  17. Bobbi Evans says

    February 4, 2021 at 6:53 pm

    Thank you so much for the chart! Luv it.

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  18. gwen19072002 says

    February 5, 2021 at 7:16 am

    Thank you so much for the chart.

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  19. Antoinette says

    February 5, 2021 at 7:22 am

    thanks so much! This is such a cute design.

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  20. Cheryl says

    February 5, 2021 at 9:34 am

    Thank you Cathy,
    Such a sweet little chart! Exactly what i was looking for to stitch up for my family!

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  21. CarMen says

    February 5, 2021 at 10:11 am

    Hi Cathy,
    Thank yoU so much for such an adorable pattern!

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  22. Darlene says

    February 5, 2021 at 12:01 pm

    A BIG thank you for sharing your talent!

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  23. ladyfée says

    February 5, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    Merci Pour ce superbe cadeau 🎁 ! Et bon anniversaire 🎂

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  24. Lisa Logsdon says

    February 5, 2021 at 5:23 pm

    Finding your website has been a Godsend! I am inspired to stiTch aGain. Just finished ‘fa-la-la-mingo’ and am wo on ‘flamingo belLs.’ Just wIsh i could finish them like the models. Thx so much!

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  25. Kathy Harris says

    February 5, 2021 at 6:55 pm

    Thank you so much for this chart. I love it. Happy ANNIVERSARY. I want to stitch the needlebook so I’m looking FORWARD to the TUTORIAL.

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  26. Kaye says

    February 5, 2021 at 6:55 pm

    Thank you so much, Cathy, it is such a pretty design.

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  27. Heather says

    February 8, 2021 at 6:23 pm

    What a sweet thing to decide to do for each other, especially in 2020. happy anniversary and thank you for sharing your love with us.

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  28. Dawn says

    February 8, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    Thank you so much for your generosity!

    Reply
  29. Michelle says

    February 9, 2021 at 3:55 pm

    Thank you for the beautiful chart. ♥

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  30. Kathi says

    February 10, 2021 at 6:21 pm

    Thanks Cathy,congrats on 33 years together.Dh and i will celebrate 63 years married in April.

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  31. Monique says

    February 12, 2021 at 2:31 am

    C’est TRÈS JOLI. Merci beaucoup

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  32. antibacterial hand gel says

    February 15, 2021 at 6:36 am

    This is so wonderful

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  33. Karen says

    March 10, 2021 at 2:17 pm

    Thank you for this chart. I love it!

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  34. Sandi says

    January 4, 2022 at 5:44 pm

    Thank you for the beautiful desiGn! Hugs,

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  35. Victoria says

    January 18, 2022 at 9:28 am

    ThAnk you so much❤️❤️❤️🪡🧵

    Reply

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