Bag Making is FUN!
July 14th, 2023
 a bi-monthly publication of StudioKat Designs
 Issue #250
 
 
So... as of yesterday I have finished making samples in support of our new pattern, the Easy Go Wallet (seen pictured at left), so now its time to get really serious about finishing up our work so we can publish it for you in mid-August on what will be our next new pattern! 

And just in case you happened to miss our latest post about the new wallet, you can click HERE to see WAY more pictures and get all the details about it, including the size of the project and the anticipated release date! 

So... with that in mind, I'm going to get back to work while you get started on today's issue of "Bag Making is FUN"!
 
What Was I Writing About Back Then?
 
 
 
 
I have such a large archive of writing on our website and sometimes I like to go back and see what I was writing about around this time during year's past. And guess what? Turns out, rereading these posts brought back some really GREAT memories for me. I hope you enjoy them too! 

1 Years Ago: 7/14/22- Sewing Mantras to Remember
2 Years Ago: 7/24/21- On Stockpiling
3 Years Ago: 7/16/20- Cork it!
 
50 Inspirational Quotes to Lift Your Spirit
 
 
 
Cats rule the internet, our hearts, and our homes. Is it any wonder that inspirational cat quotes captivate and inspire us daily?! So why not curl up with your favorite cat, stroke their fur, and find a sense of contentment in these 50 inspirational cat quotes to lift your spirit.
Click HERE to read more.

 
Today's Chuckle
 
{Click image or HERE for a larger view}

 
New Fabric on our Website! - Alluring Butterflies
 
 
We finally managed to get a bolt of Ann Lauer's gorgeous "Alluring Butterflies" (at left) fabric in stock on our website! You might remember that we used it a very early sample (at right) for our Easy Go Wallet pattern and many of you indicated some interest. 
You can click HERE to see more pictures of this sample or HERE to pick up a package of it for your "collection"! 
 
Rest in Peace- Alan Arkin
 
 
Rest in peace Alan Arkin, who recently passed away at the age of 89. Mr Arkin was a favorite of mine. He seemed like a regular guy who easily be your next door neighbor! :) 
He had a long and diverse career as a character actor who specialized in comedy but was equally adept at drama. He died on at his home in San Marcos, Calif. 
Click HERE to read more
 
Here's this month's Discount Offer-  the Double Take
Our discount offer for this month's issue of  "Bag Making is Fun" is our Double Take pattern

The Double Take is a low profile bag with two completely separate zippered storage pouches and a room area in between that perfect for other small items. There's also a slot pocket on the bag front that's perfectly sized for your cell phone and protected by a magnetic snap! 

And check this out--- from now thru midnight on Sunday night, July 16th you can use this code - 93TYDBLE - and get $3.99 off either the the Double Take pattern or the Double Take Supply Kit!
This coupon code cannot be used for previous purchases, or in combination w/other discount offers & will expire at 11:59pm on Sunday night, 6/16/23. 
 
 
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Here's Our Upcoming Show Schedule
 
International Fall Quilt Market 2023- Oct 28-30, 2023 - Houston, TX
International Fall Quilt Festival 2023- Nov 2-5, 2023 - Houston, TX
Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival 2024 - Feb 29-Mar 3, 2024 - Hampton, VA
AQS Quiltweek Paducah 2023 - April 24-27, 2023 - Paducah KY 
 
In closing- 
Thanks for reading this month's edition of Bag Making is FUN. I hope you enjoyed it and that brightened your day if only for a short while! So that's it until later this month when we'll write to you again!
 
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Advance, NC  27006
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