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Sunday, April 20, 2014

be happy.

 
Work is just too draining sometimes and I find
myself having to remind myself to be happy.
 
Solution?
Find some happy fabric....
 
 
and create a basket of happy.... 
 
 
It begins with a
simple alphabet....
 
 
  with simple Aida....

and simple finishing....
 
  for a wonderful start.
 
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 Thoughts of spring flowers....

they sneak into my basket too!
  
Whether at work or home.....

 
 I am reminded to keep happy thoughts.
    
~   *   ~   *   ~   *   ~   *   ~   *   ~
 
Easter is such a wonderful time to reflect
on how fortunate I am to have my faith,
family and friends.  I hope you can enjoy
this time and have a wonderful week.
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33 comments:

  1. BrigitteApril 20, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    These are just beautiful in their simplicity. I love your idea. And yes, it' s always worth to have a reminder to be aware of the happy moments during the day.
    A little question. How did you finish the backs?

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  2. Friendship CrossingApril 20, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    OH MY GOSH, Karen ~ those are just adorable and I bet you'll have LOTS of stitchers wanting to borrow your idea!!
    You should make them into patterns, I know they'd be a best seller!!

    Happy Easter,
    Tanya

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  3. LauraApril 20, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    What an excellent idea! I love your concept and finishes - I think we all could use more encouragement like that in our lives. Happy Easter to you and yours!

    Laura

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  4. VickieApril 20, 2014 at 5:06 PM

    What a fun, great idea! Neat, neat, neat! A Blessed Easter to you!

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  5. Jennifer M.April 20, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    Cute Finishes! Love the happy fabrics! :-)

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  6. Susan in SCApril 20, 2014 at 5:59 PM

    I am so on the same page with you! Love your basket full of goodies!

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  7. Cindy's StitchingApril 20, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    they are bright and cheerful. Very pretty. Happy Easter.

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  8. BethApril 20, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    Absolutely darling! A smile in a basket!

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  9. JeanneApril 20, 2014 at 6:46 PM

    I hear you loud & clear Karen...my job is really stressing me lately along with multiple family issues. Some days you really have to pick yourself up and just keep marching. Lovely finishes and very cheery!! Despite the challenges we do have good things in our lives.

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  10. ShebafudgeApril 20, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    They are absolutely gorgeous! Love them all. xxx

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  11. AngelaApril 20, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Love them Karen.....a wonderful idea :) Happy Easter!

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  12. Robin in VirginiaApril 20, 2014 at 7:17 PM

    Love your be happy basket! Would love information about the alphabet used as well as the finishing! Your basket makes me smile!

    Robin in Virginia

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  13. Bev CApril 20, 2014 at 8:01 PM

    Hello Karen,

    The brightness of these would make me happy. Simple and effective! Just love them.

    Happy days.
    Bev.

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  14. Lisa VApril 20, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    Very creative and colourful Karen. Happy Easter.

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  15. Precious CraftsApril 20, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    They're delightful, Karen! I love the bright colours and the happy thoughts that they inspire. A wonderful idea! :D

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  16. BluApril 21, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    What a wonderful idea! There's so sunny and cheerful.

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  17. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameApril 21, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    These are lovely, so simple and so effective.

    I think a full tutorial is in order, so many people love these.

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  18. LumiruusuApril 21, 2014 at 10:55 AM

    What the lovely idea -I enjoyed to read the messages in the pinkeeps! Happy and Blessed Easter Season to you Karen!

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  19. MargaretApril 21, 2014 at 12:47 PM

    Oh my gosh, they are wonderful! And such a wonderful way to keep positive and feel good. Hope you had a good Easter. Take it easy!

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  20. Yvonne.....April 21, 2014 at 1:58 PM

    Love them!!!! Too cute and that fabric is just happy!! You have got to share your finishing on these. Too sweet!!

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  21. JulieApril 21, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    Very lovely, I think we could all do with a gentle reminder at times.

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  22. stitchersanonApril 21, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    Oh they are perfect..just perfect!

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  23. Natasha April 21, 2014 at 6:16 PM

    Love these Karen. Those colors are so bright it's hard to smile when you look at them. Hope you are doing weel friend.....

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  24. ChrisApril 22, 2014 at 5:47 AM

    That is happy fabric!! An happy projects. They look great!
    HUGS!!

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  25. Mii StitchApril 22, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    So clever!!! how did you finish the back??? Are these flat cushions??

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  26. msmartelloApril 22, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    Love these! I need a basket of happiness. Where did you get these patterns?

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  27. AndreaApril 22, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    Great idea. They are all wonderful, bright and cheery.

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  28. ShirleeApril 22, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    Very cute Karen : )

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  29. CarolApril 22, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    Such a darling idea, Karen!! Wishing you a happy Spring :)

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  30. FayeApril 22, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Simple and cheerful!!! It just screams YOU!!!

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  31. BekcaApril 23, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    This is such a lovely idea! I'm sure you were smiling as you finished each one :)
    Best wishes.

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  32. Charlene ♥ NCApril 24, 2014 at 3:54 PM

    I can't imagine you not being and sharing happiness! Sweet and adorable basket of happiness.

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  33. MaggeeApril 29, 2014 at 8:40 PM

    Those are just adorable! so cheery and colorful! Great ideas!

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