Sponsored Giveaways | July Nine

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GIVEAWAY |  One (1) person will win a Rainproof Bag in the color of your choice from July Nine. US entries only please.

ABOUT | Growing up I wanted to make a hang glider and fly. My mom, being the good parent that she is, encouraged me to make kites instead. And at 10 years old she handed over a sewing machine and so it began. My head could be in the clouds but my feet were still safely on the ground.  The hobby became a craft and after years of self-teaching and chatting up old ladies at various fabric store counters I had found something I loved.

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I took a long detour through the college of engineering, a business minor, and then decided to go back to my original passion of creating with thread and fabrics. This is when July Nine was born.

July Nine for those who are wondering is not my birthday (or my pug's birthday). It's inspired by the widest street in the world, July Nine Avenue, located in Buenos Aries Argentina. It now stands for an Oregon based brand focusing on unique American made goods. Patrons find July Nine simple but overwhelmingly functional. July Nine bags are now being carried nation wide from LA to New York, and internationally in Japan, Hong Kong and South Korea. Custom projects range from left handed bags to 125 custom totes for Wieden & Kennedy and their client Diet Coke.

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As you read, production is growing and new designs are being patterned, tested and created.  The latest being a reusable bag launched on the website kickstarter. It is currently running through late August.

This bag unfolds into a spacious carry all, and then rolls back up into its leather handle making it very convenient to carry and use when needed.

Thank you for reading our story and I hope you can take part in the upcoming chapters.

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CONNECT | Shop | Facebook | Kickstarter


 

TO BE ENTERED into this giveaway please leave a comment below (if you are reading this post on Facebook please come to my blog to leave a comment). Comments will be closed at 8pm Pacific on Sunday, July 28th The winner will be announced shortly after. Please be sure to check back or subscribe (click here to get posts delivered to your email box) to see if you are receiving one of the items.

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  1. Jocelyn Thompson says…
    07/27/2013

    oh I am such a bag lady! Love these!!

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  2. Julie G says…
    07/27/2013

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  3. Susan A says…
    07/27/2013

    Awesome story, wonderful bag. Thank you for a chance to win.

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  4. Beverly Janelle says…
    07/27/2013

    thanks Ali for the opportunity to win and thanks for the "heads up" on this company and their products...can't wait to shop!

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  5. J Allen says…
    07/27/2013

    Love! Love! Love these bags, love that they are made in the USA! Thanks for the chance to win, happy Saturday ;)

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  6. Jacque says…
    07/27/2013

    This bag lady would love this bag!! Thanks for the chance to win and the info on this company.

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  7. Lindsey says…
    07/27/2013

    These bags are adorable!! Thanks for the giveaway :)

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  8. Cheli Ruth says…
    07/27/2013

    What a great bag! Pick me! Pick me!

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  9. Patty says…
    07/27/2013

    Wonderful bags. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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  10. Lizzy says…
    07/27/2013

    I love learning about american made ccompanies. Thanks for introducing me to July Nine.

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  11. bridget says…
    07/27/2013

    Sounds like a great bag.

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  12. Jessica S. says…
    07/27/2013

    Yay! A cool bag made in the USA. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  13. Jayne says…
    07/27/2013

    Always like to hear how people have an idea and start their business. Would love to win. What gal couldn't use another bag?

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  14. heathergw says…
    07/27/2013

    oh how awesome!!! Looks like the perfect CSA pick up bag! Thanks for the chance!!!

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  15. Judy P says…
    07/27/2013

    Great style. Would love to win.

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  16. Laura BC says…
    07/27/2013

    Someone who thought about all us left handers? I have to check them out. Thanks!

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  17. Tonya S. says…
    07/27/2013

    I love the simplicity of the bags!!! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  18. PaulaV says…
    07/27/2013

    That is an inspiring story...and classy bags. I'd love to win.

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  19. Rene says…
    07/27/2013

    Love the story behind the great looking bag. Perfect for a teacher going back to school in a few weeks! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  20. Marissa S says…
    07/27/2013

    Who couldn't use another great bag! Thank you for the chance to win.

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  21. Karen Bagdonas says…
    07/27/2013

    What a great giveaway - thanks so much!!

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  22. Cristina says…
    07/27/2013

    This would make an awesome gift for my mom! Thanks for the chance!

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  23. Cassie k says…
    07/27/2013

    What an amazing tote. This would be perfect for traveling and airplanes.

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  24. Marsaille says…
    07/27/2013

    Who doesn't need that? Thank you!

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  25. annette allen says…
    07/27/2013

    wow that is an awesome tote... thanks for the fun giveaway..

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