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PPC34: Windswept- A Bag for ME!

February 18, 2026
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PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Testing

Cignet Phone Pal / Double Take / Everyday Attache / Eye Candy / Gemini FlightBag / Walkabout Wallet

the February ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

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PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Introductory Video

Check out our Blog Archive! (below) by Studio Kat Designs

An orange handbag with sunflower design

You Oughta Be in Pictures!

By Kat | Feb 28, 2011
Due to our monthly ‘Handbag Contest’, we are constantly receiving handbag pictures from our customers. And you know what? I’m ...
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A collage of different types of bags with text

PPC30: Testers Times SIX

By Kat | Mar 6, 2024
So... one of my favorite parts of the pattern development process is the testing round. I just LOVE seeing what ...
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set of bag and pouch by Studio Kat Designs

A Purse Insert’s BEST Friend!

By Kat | Oct 31, 2012
So… can you take one more post showing off one of our patterns with a “vinylized” makeover”? By now you just ...
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A white tiger is running through the snow.

the Quilts of MAQF ’24

By Kat | Apr 2, 2024
So... If you've read our Show Reviews in the past, then you probably know that my absolute favorites are generally ...
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