"Bag Making is FUN"
with StudioKat Designs
Issue #243 March 29, 2023 |
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Hello & Welcome!
So... here we go folks! THIS is the issue where we FINALLY release our long-awaited Double Take pattern! I really think you'll enjoy making and especially carrying this delightful little bag! Whenever you're ready just scroll down to where you can pick up your discount code and be taken to the correct spot on our website where you can purchase your pattern and also a discounted Notion Kit if you so choose.
But... I'm so glad you're excited about the new bag pattern but don't forget to come back afterward to peruse thru the other goodies I've found for you to enjoy in this month's issue! 
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"Eye Candy Showcase" for April 2023
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time for your monthly treat for the eyes & this month's selection of bags is truly amazing.
ALL of the bags pictured below have been shared recently on
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And with this gorgeous Gateway, Deb Piereman has announced that's she's proudly back in "bag-making" mode!
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 Virginia Compton created this stunning Packlet to house her camping toiletries declaring it to be the "perfect size"! She says she plans to make a 2nd Packlet to accommodate her medical stuff! |
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 Adriana Carter said she was so nervous about cutting up her "Crazy Cat" panel from Laurel Burch but she LOVES the result!
She added a bit of batting & did a little free-motion quilting with silver thread for a totally awesome Flaptastic!
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 Lugene Fernold says she is SO proud of her Elsie K Baglet & is looking forward to making another, but in cork this time! I had the opportunity to see this bag in person at the MAQF a few weeks ago and its even MORE beautiful in person!
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 Sheryl Kitamura is a teacher at a local Quilt Shop and she's so happy with her Katalina
that she plans on teaching it at her LQS in the very near future! |
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 Ellen Fontaine said she had a good time choosing the design to embroider on the front of her OutBreaker (and doesn't this batik give the impression of being a beautiful vinyl)? Ellen already has another Outbreaker in the planning stage! |
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 And here's another of Adriana Carter's favorites, a visually satisfying Go-Go Compact! And while you're at it, check out the impressive binding on this beauty! |
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And what a great way to end this showcase! This fantastic ErgoMatic was created with lightweight faux leather! It was posted on Instagram by @Sylviasquiltdepot who said the directions are easy to follow.
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(For LARGER images: Click on each individual pic)
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Some Good Reading You May Have Missed!
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So here's what could be the best
or maybe the WORST cat commercial EVER! 
Click the image at left or HERE to view it.
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A fun trend has been popping up on Instagram with quilters taking the base and pattern from the SneakerKit, but instead of cutting and sewing in leather pieces, they are adding quilting pieces instead. The end result is vibrant, colorful and truly unique. (Evidently there were quite of these pairs of sneakers walking around Quilt Con last month)
{Click HERE to check it out!}
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I used to love these Friskies commercials from years ago!
Here's an oldie but a goodie!
{Click HERE to read more.}
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Un-word of the Month- "Moronasaurus" |
"Moronasaurus"-
Someone whose stupidity has, or should have caused them to be extinct by now! |
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Ditto, was recently unveiled at New York Fashion Week and is the first evolution of paper patterns since their invention in 1860. It's the first evolutionary step away from paper patterns since their invention in 1860, making it the first disruptive innovation in the 160-year history of the craft of sewing. Sound interesting? {Click HERE to find out more and to see a video demo.}
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It's FINALLY here! Today we're releasing the Double Take pattern and webpage. There's been a lot of things distracting me in the last few months so it kinda feels like I've been working on this pattern for a long, LONG time! Anyway, it sure feels good to finally share it with you!
Click HERE for more pictures & info about this fun new pattern just PLUS--- If you type this discount code - 9EEPDTAKE - into the coupon code box at checkout, you'll get $2.99 off the retail price of the Double Take pattern. But don't delay-- this coupon will expire at the stroke of midnight on Monday night, 3/27/23.
And here's an idea- Why drive all over town looking for hardware & other supplies when you can easily slip a Double Take Notions Kit in with your pattern order AND at a nifty discounted price too! Click HERE to check it out! And don't worry- you'll be able to choose your hardware color & zipper style at checkout!
This coupon code cannot be used for previous purchases, or in combination with other discount offers & will expire at 11:59pm on the night of 3/27/23.
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Here's Our Upcoming Show Schedule:
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The April 2023 FabShopHop Starts On 4/1/23!
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Don't miss the opportunity to qualify for oodles of monthly prizes and maybe even a new sewing machine by simply shopping for sewing supplies!
Psst! We're on the list! 
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