Now Available for Custom Orders

I've made diaper bags, blankets and boppy covers for a couple years but they never sold well at shows. They did work well as private orders so I want to keep offering them to individual customers. It's nice for a group of coworkers or relatives of an expectant mom and dad to pool their money and give the expectant parent[s] things they'll need at a reasonable cost. I try to coordinate the items to the nursery colors and/or character preferences.
The Diaper Bags [shown here in blue and pink prints] measure 22 inches wide, 16-18 inches tall. All have a zipper closure and have 6-9 pockets inside and out. The straps are double stitched to ensure durability. Machine wash on a cool, gentle cycle; line dry. $40.00
Boppy Covers[for those who had their kids in the 70's and 80's and are clueless], are pillows shaped like a giant piece of elbow macaroni. It fits around the waist; the baby rests on it for feedings--or when Grandma's shoulders need a rest. $10.00 each; 2/$15.00.
For Blankets, I offer two styles and sizes. The receiving blanket is reversible flannel, usually a print on one side and coordinating solid color on the opposite and measures 40-42 inches square--plenty big enough to swaddle a fussy newborn. $7.50.
The crib blankets are two layers of fleece and edged with satin binding. Sizes vary, but usually run 25-30 by 25-30 inches. $10.00
I'm working on reversible bibs but the jury's still out on those items.
Alone, the diaper bag goes for $40.00.
"Stuffed" [two blankets, two boppy covers, two bibs] is $65.00.
Then I suggest the 'givers' stop at the local Dollar Store and stock up on rattles, spoons, more bibs, washcloths, diaper cream and of course the all important pacifier. For a total of $75.00 you've got yourself a great gift that your friend will always thank you for.

The Jelly Tote

One new bag I've had a lot of fun making is called the Jelly tote. It's fashioned from strips of calico, then gathered beneath a coordinating top band. It closes with either Velcro or a funky button and loop. A zipper wouldn't work with this style bag, nor would pockets either inside or out. In some cases, the bags are reversible depending on the fabric I choose to line them.
Wash in cool water, gentle cycle, line dry and rejuvenate it with a moderate steam iron.
They will sell for $20.00 + S&H.
Shown to the right are bags currently available: shades of orange, shades of purple, and aqua and brown. Future bags will be shades of medium pinks, more purples [naturally!] and black/yellows/grays.
Hope you enjoy.

See the new bag!!

We are very pleased to offer our customers something new: the cell phone bag.

At 4 X 5 inches, it holds [because we tested it as we took photographs] a small point and shoot camera or an I-Phone/Smart phone/I-Pod. It features two pockets, front and back and a Velcro or button & loop closure. The neck chain is optional. My own personal phone bag comes without a chain as I wanted something to keep the phone safe inside the voluminous shoulder bag I carry.
Available immediately are the black with red lips [lots], pink and gray hearts on white [many], and black with iridescent blue alphabet letters [two] as well as pink ribbons on black, hot pink polka dots on brown, a funky black swirl on white and gray; and a southwest print.
Cost: $5.00 + S&H.
Enjoy!

New tote bag styles for the New Year

My business partner, Anne [famed for the delightful children's aprons and reversible No Frills Totes she creates], has designed a padded tote which is big enough to hold an iPad or iPad tablet. It is shown here at the right and is reversible.
Crafted from 100% calico, they measure 9 X 11 inches and are absolutely lovely. Since I originally posted this picture Anne has made more in a grape purple and another in orange. Both have either a button & loop or Velcro closures. All are washable on a gentle cycle, cool water. Personally, I'd let it line dry to preserve the vibrant color quality.
These will sell for $15.00 + S&H.

Hope you enjoy
kathy and anne

Perinton Square in December

On the first and third weekends Kat's KarryAlls was and will be involved at the huge craft show held at the Perinton Square Mall in Fairport, NY. See the pictures to the right and left.
A variety of crafters will be at the mall throughout the month, some every day.
On the second day I practically sold out of Large No Frills totes--thanks to a crafter friend who purchased several bags for Christmas gifts.
Better news were the customers to took the time to discuss the possibility of me making jewelry bags, the kind to safely store and pack jewelry during travel. It would be complicated--at least the first one will be-- but we shall see.
Best news is by the end of the month my new machine--a used Singer Industrial--will be living in my sewing room. I can't wait. There are so many things I'll be able to make, and apparently much faster. That way, I'll be able to save my other machines to sew the delicate and lighter weight fabrics and finish off seams.
Hope you enjoy the show.
Kathy

Fanny Packs Now Available

I began making fanny packs strictly for survival at craft shows. Carrying a clunky cash box to the ladies john is such a pain. Plus, I wanted some thing at hand to stash a note pad, business cards and an asthma inhaler. Voila--survival mode kicked in.
My first attempt was so successful, I sold it off my waist to a customer who loved the colors and pattern. At the same show I took an order for a child's fanny pack, so those will be available by special order.
The adult packs range from 12-14 inches wide and are 8 inches deep. I make the waist strap big enough to expand or tighten as needed. They sell for $15.00 and are washable on a gentle cycle, cool water, line dry to preserve the vibrancy of the colors.
Hope you like them!
Kat

The "cosmetics" bags, a few of which you'll see at the side of this post, 6-8 inches in size are great for holding those pesky items that always get lost in the bottom of my purse, the cell phone or pager, pens and small note pads. Unless otherwise marked, these babies are fully washable [either by hand or in the machine, gentle cycle, cool water]; line dry to protect the vibrant colors. Prices after December 1st: $5.00 [small]; $6.00 [medium]; $7.00 [large] + S&H.
The toiletries bags were designed to hold hair gels, electric toothbrushes, toothpaste, hair spray--all those things which I need to have in one spot in the suitcase and keep my clothes safe from spills when I'm traveling. They're made from the same washable [in most cases] quilted fabrics, same care instructions. Spiff them up with a medium-hot steam iron. These bags are a bargain at $10 -- 12.00 + S&H.
Tell me your favorite color or print, I'll make it to your liking. I accept cash, personal checks and Paypal. Come early, stay late, and SHOP!!!!