Friday, March 7, 2014

First Friday Freebie #37

It's the First Friday of March.  Bring on spring!!!

 Doesn't it seem like this winter just doesn't want to end?  Whoever is praying for snow, please STOP!  *wink*

 I'm hoping that this quarter's First Friday Freebie will help to chase those winter blues away.  I made mine with bright spring colors but of course you can make yours with the colors and fabric of your choice.

 Here is my Wool Crazy Spring Pincushion.
  
Mine is made entirely from wool but you can also make it from a combination of wool-on-cotton or from just cotton using either machine or hand applique.

 To download the PDF file which includes the instructions, line drawings and photo, please click HERE.

And if you'd like to purchase my original sample rather than make your own, I have listed it for sale in my Etsy shop HERE.

 EDIT:  Sorry, it's SOLD!
Happy stitching!

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38 comments:

  1. Three Sheep StudioMarch 7, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    So colorful, bright and cheerful, Kaaren !
    Just waiting for Spring ;)
    Rose

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  2. AnonymousMarch 7, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Hihi - that's so CUTE!!!
    Here we have no snow, snowdrops and my tree peonies have large buds :)

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  3. KateMarch 7, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    It's beautiful, Kaaren, and says Spring to me.
    We're still buried under a few feet of snow but it's starting to warm up a wee bit.

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  4. Abby and StephanieMarch 7, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    Who thought wool could make you think of Spring. :o) Another beauty. Abby can't wait to start chasing bunnies. Sunshine and some warmth today. Hoping it melts the last of the snow.

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  5. tink's momMarch 7, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    Your talent and imagination are boundless. Wonderful creation, many thanks.

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  6. barcordMarch 7, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    Gorgeous Kaaren. Thank you.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 7, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    Happy Anniversary to you and Mr. Painted Quilt.

    Love the new pincushion pattern.
    So bright and spring like.
    Have a great day.

    Dianne

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  8. WoolenSailsMarch 7, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    I love your new freebie, a great project to do this weekend, thank you for sharing. Definitely a good way to chase the winter blues away.

    Debbie

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  9. Phyllis in MinnesotaMarch 7, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    Soooo cute and hopefully the brown bunny will keep the snow away!
    Thanks for being so willing to share your talents. Many appreciate it.

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  10. SydneyMarch 7, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    Beautiful as always,Kaaren! Happy Anniversary! And many many many more! Thank you so much for FFF! <3

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  11. Needled MomMarch 7, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    It is so cute. Thanks so much, Kaaren. Happy anniversary to both of you.

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  12. Kate/MassachusettsMarch 7, 2014 at 12:12 PM

    Thank you, Kaaren! It's beautiful! Happy anniversary!

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  13. TinaMarch 7, 2014 at 12:24 PM

    Oh man! By the time I saw that your pin cushion was for sale it was gone!! Shoot. Well I guess it's a good excuse for me to make one of my own. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful pattern!!!

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  14. SheilaMarch 7, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    Thanks Kaaren for yet another great freebie, I love it !! Happy Anniversary.

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  15. LesleyMarch 7, 2014 at 2:34 PM

    What a wonderful pincushion! Love how you used so many sweet Spring items...I can see the snow melting already!

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  16. conny's quilts en creatiesMarch 7, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Thank you Kaaren for this beautifull pattern!

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  17. carlaMarch 7, 2014 at 3:21 PM

    Hi Kaaren!!!! Thank You!!!! This is adorable and cheerful!!!! I think I will make one for my Mom!!!! She will love it and she has just recently started to sew a little!!!! I think she is doing it because that is what I do a lot!!!! But hey..I can use the company and someone else to have fun with!!!! I am never around any other crafty people!!! So I live on the internet!!!! My mom used to make really beautiful wreaths...maybe she will find something she likes to do!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!

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  18. Janet O.March 7, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    Very cute! Love the beaded edge!!

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  19. JaneMarch 7, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    ADORABLE!!!!!!!! Printed off and ready to go...eventually!! Thank you Kaaren!!!!!

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  20. gracieMarch 7, 2014 at 10:32 PM

    I am having trouble printing it...any suggestions? It keeps asking me to fax it! I love it....so cheery.

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  21. The Woolen CellarMarch 8, 2014 at 1:54 AM

    Cute cute cute!!!!!!!!

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  22. The Woolen CellarMarch 8, 2014 at 1:55 AM

    Cute cute cute!!!!!!!!

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  23. SusannahMarch 8, 2014 at 2:51 AM

    Thank you, Karen, for thinking of us out here. I appreciate your thoughtfulness!

    Susannah

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  24. margaretMarch 8, 2014 at 3:13 AM

    very nice, and thank your for the pattern

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  25. BarbMarch 8, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    What a cute pin cushion! I love the beaded edging treatment - so unique!

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  26. JudymcMarch 8, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    I love it! Thanks so much for sharing the pattern with us!

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  27. SandiMarch 8, 2014 at 8:14 PM

    Another lovely design, thanks for sharing it will us.

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  28. Kellie from IndianaMarch 8, 2014 at 10:57 PM

    Thank you very much for the freebie, and I dont think Ive ever said a carrot was cute, but this one is!

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  29. Growing Old FastMarch 9, 2014 at 12:59 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing your adorable pin cushion. It will make a nice Easter present. Look your blog. Pam

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  30. DebMarch 9, 2014 at 1:43 AM

    What a wonderful project, thanks so much for sharing! Just found you through Debbie at Woolensails and so glad that I did.

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  31. KMSCMarch 9, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    It's so generous of you to share this pattern with your readers. This pincushion is adorable.
    Thanks!

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  32. Pam in ILMarch 9, 2014 at 7:26 PM

    Beautiful! I'm so ready for spring but we have more snow coming this week.

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  33. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresMarch 12, 2014 at 12:05 PM

    Absolutely adorable. :) Best wishes, Tammy

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  34. SandraMarch 12, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    Oh, oh. March 12th and it's snowing again in Atlantic Canada. Our youngest daughter loves it, because she likes winter sports and this will make for good ski-ing this weekend. For me, I'm ready to see our lawn!Spring means the roads are better and I can go explore some quilt shops!!!

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  35. MoeWestMarch 13, 2014 at 10:16 PM

    Thanks Kaaren, this is so lovely!

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  36. Teatime CreationsMarch 14, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    Thank you for the lovely pattern. II enlarged it, added a ruffle edge and now have a delightful center for my table. Loved using my bits of lace and buttons. Such a cheerful pattern.

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  37. Chickadee SueMarch 14, 2014 at 12:56 AM

    Thank you for the pattern Kaaren, I have just taken a class tonight making your pincushion with Jane Kuchuk in High River, Alberta!
    Keep up the good work!
    Sue

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  38. DeniseMarch 15, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    Hi Kaaren, Thanks for this beatiful gift, You are always so creative!
    I ispired to You!

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