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PPC35: DragonFly Dance

June 3, 2026
Gemini FlightBag / Sling Along / Wrapsody

the June ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

Tutorials / Zippers

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Retail Shows

AQS Paducah’26: the Recap

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Studio Kat Designs

PPC21: Choosing the Side Slinger Cover Model

So... with yet another pattern almost in the books, it's time to choose the ONE bag sample that best represents ...
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PPC24: the Original Sketch & Prototype

So.... As I'm writing this post, it's mid-December and for the first time since 2006, I'm actually starting my 4th ...
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My 12 Favorite Customer Bags EVER!

So... I just recently realized that we had a significant anniversary last month and it's definitely worth observing AND celebrating! ...
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2012- What Worked… and What Didn’t

So.... as another year draws to a close, it's customary for us to do a long, hard assessment of what ...
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