 "Kat Bytes"the monthly newsletter of
StudioKat Designs
Issue #146
September 2017 |
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Hello & Welcome
We're happy you're here and in honor of National Sewing Month, it seemed an appropriate time to introduce our brand new Newsletter Format!
We've added a few new features I think you'll enjoy, plus a new format for our "Handbag of the Month" contest! And don't forget to scroll all the way to the bottom of each issue to pick up the discount code on this month's "Featured Product"!
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"Handbag of the Month" Gallery |
Congratulations to Mandy Mitchell of the UK!
BUT...it's time for a new contest, and we've got SEVEN fantastic entries to share with you, so check 'em out then click HERE to cast a vote for your favorite.
(For LARGER images: Click on each individual pic)
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This Quattro was created by Cecile Ellis of Shiner, TX. She said that the focal print she used has been in her stash for years just waiting for the perfect project and that this bag is destined to be a gift for her daughter! Lucky girl! |
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This elegant Everyday Attache was created by Gail Peters of Ely, MN. She said she enjoyed making it and LOVES carrying it because it hold all of her items while still being remarkably lightweight to carry! |
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Cheryl Maass of Goodyear, AZ is back with yet another extraordinary Quattro and once again has used a beautiful new fabric selection featuring butterflies! And I love the butterfly zip pull!
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This Walkabout Wallet looks fantastic in floral & green. It was created by Dianne Reasons of Waynesboro, VA who says she loves the "instant gratification" that making purses provides. |
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And Jorji Boutte of Owasso, OK says this is actually the fourth Quattro she's made because she loves carrying it and having people ask her where she bought it! |
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And here we have the very first Flaptastic Bag to EVER be entered into our Handbag of the Month contest. It was created by Jan Strickler of Cypress, TX. |
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And last but certainly not least, this
good times at the football stadium this
Fall. Dianne Reasons is a big-time Dallas
Cowboy fan and now all of us and the
rest of the word will know it! |
(For LARGER images: Click on each individual pic)
OK, ready to vote now?
(Only one vote per MONTH, per email address.)
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We're officially retiring
the Bellagio Bag pattern!
Wow! Can you believe it? It was released in March of 2005, & until we released the Quattro pattern in 2011 it was the best-selling bag pattern we had ever brought to market, but today we're sending the Bellagio Bag pattern into retirement. At that time BIG bags were all the rage, but
that time seems to have come and gone for the most part, but if you would still like the chance to pick up a copy (at a nifty bargain
price).
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Just click HERE to find out more about the Bellagio Bag pattern & to see many more pictures! |
Our September '17 Newsletter is Sponsored by...
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The Quilter's Planner is designed to bring joy to planning your day, so you can balance your
daily responsibilities with your creative quilting life. The planner
also comes with a collector's magazine with 14 patterns, including a
Block of the Month design, and 4 pages of colorful stickers designed by
Alison Glass! You'll find tons of quilting inspiration on every page! Plan. Sketch. Dream. Be Inspired.
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Trending on our Website this Month- |
And now... Check out thie "Oldie but Goodie" from our Archives
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TWO for your Viewing Pleasure- |
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Any translators out there?
Click image or HERE to view it. |
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An interesting short video about Jim Carey's new passion
Click image or HERE to view it. |
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A Cute "Tute"- Mary Jane Baby Shoes
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Because it's never too early for a girl to get
her 1st pair of Mary Jane shoes, right?
Click the image ot HERE to get the FREE pattern |
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Click image or HERE to view it. |
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The "Tech" Desk- What to Delete When Your Storage is Full
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If you’re like most people and use your smartphone for pretty much everything in your life, then you’re probably familiar with that frustrating alert warning you there’s “not enough storage” to download or do anything else until you free up some space.
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But the good news is that there are a few easy tips and tricks to prevent that stressful alert from constantly ruining your day. So click the image or HERE to find out what you should delete in order to free up storage space on your phone! |
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Click image or HERE for a larger view. |
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Cats in the News- For People Who Can't Get Enough of Cats!
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If Legos & cats are among your favorite things, now you can order a playful statue made of 'Legos' to liven up even the dullest office space or living room. JEKCA offers mini Lego sculptures for 'kidults' & measuring ~1.5 ft each, their variety will surprise even the pickiest of customers.
to find out more!
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Increase Your Vocabulary- Bibliosmia
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Click image or HERE for a larger view! |
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The Road 2 California Bag Challenge was such a success in 2016 that it'll be BACK and better than ever for the 2018 show! The prizes are BIGGER and this time you can use whatever fabric you choose! Click HERE to get details and to check out the prize list to see who this year's sponsors are! (You just might see someone you know!) |
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And here's the deal, after being the recipient of so many gorgeous bag
pictures thru the years, I'm thinking that the winner of this contest
just might be one of our loyal readers! It might even be YOU! |
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Unique patterns for purses, garments, dolls and crafts. Instructional DVD's and 60" wide fusible interfacing.
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Slotted Trimmers- trim
triangles Easily, Efficiently & Accurately! One alignment, two cuts
= all 4 sides trimmed! Plus, exclusive edge slots remove dog ears!
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Looking for a new project? Want to find the latest quilting tips? Traditionally inspired. Modern made. May Chappell- Use Coupon Code: Kat20 for 20% off
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Interested in advertising in our newsletter?
Click HERE to find out more! |
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And finally, we're introducing a brand new feature to go along with our fresh, new "look"! At the bottom of every newsletter we'll be revealing our featured "Product of the Month" along with a discount coupon code!
This month we're featuring our Festival PocketBelt, which has two fleece-lined exterior slip pockets, an optional & adjustable zippered pocket unit! The Festival Pocketbelt boasts a slim, body-hugging silhouette, PLUS it’s ideal for festivals, shopping, exercising, walking your dog & MORE!
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(Coupon code cannot be used in combination with any other discount offer.) |
Come See Us at an Upcoming SHOW!
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Our
upcoming Show Schedule is as follows:
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So... thanks for reading our newsletter!
Well, so long for now and until next month, remember...
It's a GREAT day to be sewing! |
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