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PPC35: DragonFly Dance

June 3, 2026
Gemini FlightBag / Sling Along / Wrapsody

the June ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

Tutorials / Zippers

It’s Easy to Transform Your Zipper!

quilts / Retail Shows

AQS Paducah ’26: My Favorite Quilts

Retail Shows

AQS Paducah’26: the Recap

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What Interfacing Do You Recommend

Ask Kat: What Interfacing Do You Recommend?

By Kat | Jan 26, 2013
(Please be aware that this recommendation was revisited in early 2021 in view of the fact that new and improved ...
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Woman smiling behind colorful handbag in a kitchen.

PPC33: the Cignet Phone Pal Introductory Video

By Kat | Jul 28, 2025
The Cignet Phone Pal pattern and webpage have been released! It's a great little  bag that perfect for carrying your ...
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Studio Kat Designs

PPC25: Help Us Choose the Cover Model

By Kat | Aug 4, 2021
So..... with yet another pattern almost in the books, it's time to choose the ONE bag sample that will truly ...
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A purse with a wallet, cell phone, and other items in it.

PPC29: Breezy, from Kate Colleran Designs

By Kat | Nov 17, 2023
So... A couple of months ago (in August) I released the Easy Go Wallet pattern and in the process of ...
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