Thursday, April 1, 2010

First Friday Freebie #8…A Day Early!

Since we’re leaving later this afternoon to spend a couple of days in and around the Syracuse, NY area, I’m going to share my April First Friday Freebie with you a day early.  I’m not sure whether we’ll be able to pick up a wireless signal where we’re going, so I’m going to air on the side of caution and pretend that today is tomorrow.

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When I was working on the sketches for my Annie & Friends quilt, I worked up this sketch and decided to use it as an FFF design rather than incorporate it into the quilt.  You’ll notice as well that I used only scraps that were leftover after piecing the quilt.

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So, without further ado, may I present…

Stitching Annie Photo

I incorporated the Stitching Annie design into a cover for a 3-ringed binder to hold all of my FFF patterns, notes and sketches.  In this way, I can store everything in one place and try to stay organized.  This is the first month were I’m giving you the line drawing, photo and stitching instructions only.  I’m not including the instructions on how to make the binder cover, my reason being is that most of you will probably find other uses as to how you’d like to use the design.

Click HERE to download the PDF file for the Stitching Annie design.

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Here’s what it looks like on the inside.

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And with the pages inserted…

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If you’d like,  please grab the First Friday Freebie button (by right clicking and saving) from my sidebar and place it on your sidebar with a link  back here in order for us to share it with those who might not otherwise find their way here.  The button will also serve as a reminder that on the First Friday of each month there will be another new Freebie design available for you to enjoy.

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At this time, please allow me to wish you all a Happy Easter and Passover.

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I hope that you all have a safe and wonderful weekend.

Happy Stitching!

Kaaren ♥

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68 comments:

  1. KimberlyApril 1, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Awww, very sweet Kaaren! Happy Easter my friend!

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  2. julieQApril 1, 2010 at 12:23 PM

    What a little darling Annie! Raggedy Anne was my favorite doll friend as a child. Thank you so very much for the pattern, Kaaren!!

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  3. JocelynApril 1, 2010 at 12:24 PM

    Oh my goodness Kaaren, how very adorable. Wishing you a blessed Easter.

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  4. LivenApril 1, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    So nice:-). Anne Filldokke is her norwegian name - I have to use here soon . happy easter to you from Norway.

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  5. ConnieApril 1, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    I like little annie, You have a great weekin and happy EASTER!

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  6. Abby and StephanieApril 1, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Well isn't she a sweetie. Happy Easter to you too Kaaren.

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  7. Cyndi loves to stitchApril 1, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    absolutely LOVE the annie stitchery, Thank You so much for your generousity. I am going to stitch it up for my quiltin' chick friend, Frances, who collects annies and loves to stitch. Happy Easter. cyndi

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  8. DebApril 1, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    Such a cute Freebie Kaaren! She's darling! I hope you have a wonderful trip and a blessed Easter!

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  9. OrcsmomApril 1, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    Thank you for you generousity and adorable patterns. I will post a picture of my Easter sampler. It is almost completed.

    Hugs!

    Pam

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  10. SherriApril 1, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    Stitchin' Annie is soo cute!

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  11. BettyApril 1, 2010 at 1:24 PM

    Cute FFF. Thanks for sharing with all your blogging friends. Happy Easter to you.

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  12. redgarnet222April 1, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    Thanks so much for the first friday stichery kaaren. Have a wonderful easter and be safe.

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  13. pauletteApril 1, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    I LOVE Stitching Annie!! She is just adorable...Thanks you SO much for all your FFF!! Love them all!
    Paulette

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  14. AllieApril 1, 2010 at 2:11 PM

    Oh my gosh I think this is my favorite so far - Kaaren this is absolutely darling and I love how you used it! What a great idea and I think I'll do that too. She just has the sweetest expression and reminds me of my beloved Annie doll from childhood - I gave her to a little girl who didn't have any toys.

    I hope you have a safe and happy trip and a very blessed Easter - thank you so much for this gift!

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  15. SandyApril 1, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    Thank you again,Kaaren,for another adorable pattern. Have a blessed Easter and travel safely.
    Always,
    Sandy

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  16. DarleneApril 1, 2010 at 2:22 PM

    My goodness she's ADORABLE! Thank you,once again, Kaaren, for sharing your talent with us.

    Happy Easter and safe travels to you, your sweet hubby and Mac.

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  17. BrendaApril 1, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    Oh, It's wonderful! I am in awe of your talent! Thanks for sharing. I so do love Annie. Am I showing my age? LOL!

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  18. WoolenSailsApril 1, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    I love this one. I have a friend who loves annies and was thinking about something I could make her, this would be perfect.

    Debbie

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  19. AnonymousApril 1, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    Sooo cute Kaaren!

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  20. TudyApril 1, 2010 at 4:15 PM

    Just love this months Annie.

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  21. DebApril 1, 2010 at 4:27 PM

    Aw Kaaren, she is the absolute sweetiest and I can think of many uses for her. Thanks you once again for being so generous and sharing your talent. Happy Easter and hope you have a lovely trip away.
    hugs Deb

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  22. AnonymousApril 1, 2010 at 4:28 PM

    Kaaren she is a sweetie. happy easter

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  23. PatApril 1, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    Thank you Kaaren Annie is so sweet. Have a safe trip. I can't wait to hear all about the shops you are going to visit.

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  24. RitaApril 1, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Thanks so much, Kaaren. Happy Easter to you and your family. Have a safe trip!

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  25. CarolApril 1, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    Lovely design. Have a wonderful Easter/Passover.

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  26. Kim D.April 1, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    Hi Kaaren, I haven't been over to visit for awhile, it's been a busy month with my sister visiting. Love your new pattern Annie, it's adorable. Thanks so much.. Happy Easter and have a wonderful weekend!!

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  27. AnonymousApril 1, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    I love little Annies! This is fantastic...I've saved it in hopes of finding time to stitch it out! Perhaps I should inquire with Darlene? Hee!!

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  28. MarieApril 1, 2010 at 6:25 PM

    Kaaren - she is delightful and will look beautiful on my Granddaughter's wall hanging. Thank you.

    Marie

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  29. JantineApril 1, 2010 at 6:56 PM

    Wow, I love Annie! And the binder idea too!

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  30. JanetApril 1, 2010 at 7:16 PM

    I love little Raggedy Ann! I am taking your button to my blog too. I am blogging now at www.ahugdelights.blogspot.com. Thanks so much again for sharing your talent with me. Happy Easter and safe travels.

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  31. Linda - Behind My Red DoorApril 1, 2010 at 7:56 PM

    Another delightful design!!

    Have fun in Syracuse and HAPPY EASTER!!

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  32. Maggey and JimApril 1, 2010 at 8:18 PM

    OH, I simply love it and thanks so much..It would make a cute cushion too. And many other things.. Yes, I have the button on my blog.. Have a blessed Easter..
    Maggey
    Oh, how did you do her eyes?

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  33. MargieApril 1, 2010 at 8:21 PM

    She is SO SWEET! I have your button on my blog and it has been there for a long time, also have printed out a lot of your drawings for just in case I need it!!! Enjoy your trip and may it be a safe one!

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  34. ElyteApril 1, 2010 at 9:31 PM

    Thank you for the new pattern. Have a safe trip and a Happy Easter.

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  35. LindaApril 1, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    Happy Easter!! I love all things related to Raggedy Anne. Too cute...

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  36. QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DIApril 1, 2010 at 10:11 PM

    AH--what a delightful stitchery this month--again--it is a hit--love Annie's and I think we are all just Annie's inside!!!
    have a safe trip and lots of fun this week end--I was in Syr on Tuesday--I am 2 hours southwest of there--so wave as you go by!!!!!
    Hugs, Di

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  37. SheilaCApril 1, 2010 at 10:14 PM

    Love Raggedy Anne :) Thanks again for a great Friday Freebie!

    Have a wonderful Easter with your family!

    SheilaC

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  38. heatherApril 2, 2010 at 12:45 AM

    Kaaren....this is a wonderful block....it will be first thing to start this weekend....raggedy anne was one of my bestest friend who kept all my secrets safe with her....please oh please....will u be releasing the whole pattern for sale.....i know there was whisperings of a BOM but I think I may not be the only one who love to purchase this....please consider this and let us know; in the meantime...happy travels and good shops....and a Happy Eoaster to you and yours.re

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  39. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsApril 2, 2010 at 1:10 AM

    Oh she is so darling!!
    Have a safe trip snd a blessed Easter.

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  40. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 2, 2010 at 2:02 AM

    Adorable Kaaren! Thank you and Happy Easter.

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  41. West Side of StraightApril 2, 2010 at 4:09 AM

    Oh great, love the darling Annie. Thanks for the pattern. Happy Easter.

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  42. May BrittApril 2, 2010 at 4:23 AM

    Thank you Kaaren. This one is so cute. Love it. And this one will be traced and stitched very soon. Happy Easter to you.

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  43. thymegardenerApril 2, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    thank you for this pattern, I love Raggedy Ann, and will make this for my daughter who still has her Raggedy Ann Doll from 30 years ago.

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  44. KaHollyApril 2, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    Sweet as can be, Kaaren. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy Easter to you, as well. Hope you have a wonderful trip. ~karen

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  45. JanetApril 2, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    Very cute design Kaaren. Have a terrific time away.

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  46. Cathy @ CabbageQuiltsApril 2, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Beautiful stitchery Kaaren, how generous you are. May you and your family have a wonderful Easter xo

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  47. Lynn SApril 2, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Thanks so much for the special Annie! I love Raggedy Annie and have my fingers crossed that you will continue to share the designs you created for your special quilt. This design is a 'must-do!' for me. Thank you again and have a wonderful Easter

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  48. Kim BrackettApril 2, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    I love Stitchin' Annie! She's adorable. Happy Easter!

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  49. MarieApril 2, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    Kaaren - I am going to make this for my granddaughter (wall hanging), but I would also love to have the tutorial on the binder cover if you have it. I have been looking for one like this.

    Thanks - Marie

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  50. Nanette MerrillApril 2, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    How cute is that! What a great idea. Happy Easter to you and yours.

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  51. PamApril 2, 2010 at 2:30 PM

    I love your patterns Kaaren, thanks for sharing them. Hope you have a very Happy Easter.

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  52. Nancy in INApril 2, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    So cute; I am a stitcher and sewer; fits both. Thank you so much.
    He is ALIVE
    Nancy in IN

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  53. Silvia LGD (Little Green Doll)April 2, 2010 at 3:33 PM

    Thank you!! It's a very nice design!!

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  54. ~Laurie~April 2, 2010 at 6:16 PM

    Thank you so much!! I've seen your Freebie Friday button on blogs, but this is the first time I've clicked on one! I downloaded this adorable Annie and a few of your older ones - THANK YOU! I'll add your button to my blog :)

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  55. TammyApril 3, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    Adorable! Thank you and Happy Easter!

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  56. OzjaneApril 3, 2010 at 3:06 AM

    Thank you I have managed to add a link......am gradually learning to do these clever things.....Only takes 5 yrs of blogging....LOL

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  57. OzjaneApril 3, 2010 at 3:07 AM

    Thank you I have managed to add a link......am gradually learning to do these clever things.....Only takes 5 yrs of blogging....LOL

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  58. DonnellyApril 3, 2010 at 4:47 PM

    Oh, Karen! This is awesome. I collect Annie's! What a great idea for a binder. Love it, love it, love it! Thanks for sharing with us! Have a great weekend.

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  59. SandyApril 3, 2010 at 4:52 PM

    What a sweet stitchery. It amazes me at how you can sketch such a detailed drawing....I stumble along on stick figures! Thanks for another cute freebie!

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  60. CathiApril 3, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    Oh, I love this pattern! Absolutely adore it. Thank you SO much!

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  61. Pieced PastimesApril 4, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Stitching Annie is wonderful and I love the idea of the binder. Thanks for inspiring us.

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  62. jolieApril 5, 2010 at 5:07 AM

    how nice. Thanks for sharing.

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  63. SiobhánApril 5, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    Kaaren, that really is sooo adorable! I hope you had a wonderful Easter.

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  64. Karlene aka-GagaApril 5, 2010 at 11:53 AM

    I love these ideas! so Adorable!!! Thanks for sharing...Karlene

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  65. Carrie P.April 5, 2010 at 2:05 PM

    Hope you had a nice mini vacation and a Happy Easter. Such a cute little pattern and a great cover for your notebook.

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  66. annapaolaApril 7, 2010 at 6:53 AM

    ciao
    many thank for your pdf...
    very nice
    ciao
    ciao
    annapaola
    Italy

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  67. HeatherApril 8, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Annie is adorable.

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  68. JessicaSewsNovember 8, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    How sweet. Annie items always make me thing of my Grammy - she made a doll for every grandchild.

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