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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306 thoughts

  1. Kelli says…
    07/27/2013

    LOL ... a left handed bag?!?! That cracks me up. I never thought about that. What is the difference I wonder? I am sure there is a difference that us righties just never though about.

    Cool idea for a beach tote! Someone is always splashing my bag .... fun idea!

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  2. Cheryl T says…
    07/27/2013

    I love that bag! Count me in!

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  3. jengd says…
    07/27/2013

    Fabulous bag! Thanks for the chance!

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  4. Ari says…
    07/27/2013

    This is a fantastic giveaway! I've been looking for something a bit more stylish to commute with than my backpack, haha... thanks for the chance to win!

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  5. Stacy E says…
    07/27/2013

    As I consider embarking on a business that is driven by my passion, I'm inspired by your story!

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  6. Leslie says…
    07/27/2013

    This would make an excellent diaper bag for me! Rainproof (waterproof) amazing!

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  7. Vennesa says…
    07/27/2013

    My sister would love this! I'd like to win one for her!!

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  8. Nicolle says…
    07/27/2013

    Would love to give this as a gift.

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  9. Kim says…
    07/27/2013

    I LOVE "MADE IN AMERICA". GREAT GIVEAWAY!

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  10. Lee W says…
    07/27/2013

    July Nine? never heard of this company before

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  11. Ashley says…
    07/27/2013

    Love the bag! I love in an extremely rainy area so rainproof is perfect!

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  12. Susan C says…
    07/27/2013

    Beautiful bag, thanks for the chance to win such an awesome prize, Ali.

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  13. tammy g says…
    07/27/2013

    Loved the introduction to what looks like a great design idea.

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  14. HawaiianLibrarian says…
    07/27/2013

    Fab tote for all sorts of weather and gear. Mahalo for the op to win one.

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  15. Jenny W says…
    07/27/2013

    Bags! Cool giveaway. Thanks.

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  16. Joanna K says…
    07/27/2013

    What a great bag!

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  17. lexi says…
    07/27/2013

    Genius! Love this tote!

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  18. Jessica says…
    07/27/2013

    Rainproof? So perfect for the pacific northwest where we are blessed with just two seasons: summer, and the rainy season! : )

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  19. alexandra says…
    07/27/2013

    such a great tote!! I would love one for when I'm on the fly taking the kids to all of their activities... especially now since I'm enrolled in school again and lugging books around all the time.
    thanks for the chance!! xo

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  20. Yanina says…
    07/27/2013

    Looks like a great bag! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  21. Donna Mayo says…
    07/27/2013

    Very cute bags, and who couldn't use another cute bag. Thanks for the fun giveaway.

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  22. HeatherO says…
    07/27/2013

    Wow. Love it!
    Thanks Ali!!

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  23. Vraysmith says…
    07/27/2013

    These bags look so cool. We have 5 children so I am always needing a bag to carry extra things in. I love that these are made in America! Thank you!!

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  24. Linda Pierce says…
    07/27/2013

    My birthday is July 9, so one of these bags would be perfect!

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  25. Dee Cummins says…
    07/27/2013

    Wonderful story and wonderful bag! Thanks.

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