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Dear Friend, At Primitives by Kathy, we’re all about helping you find the right décor that works for you. We bring this same mentality to our website which contains a variety of features all geared towards making your shopping experience easier and more exciting. So, for a … Continue reading
With Labor Day just around the corner, you might be feeling a bit blue at the thought of summer winding down. Many things change with the seasons, from new back-to-school schedules to weather shifts to fashion trends, but while the temperatures may be cooling, our products have … Continue reading
With many of us working from home and spending more time with our furry family members, it was only natural for us to design even more pawsome pet-themed items to love. That’s why we’ve added hundreds of new items to our 2021 Pet collection, including both fun … Continue reading
With our 2021 Main Catalog fresh off the press, there are some notable new additions that we’re excited to share with you to make your 2021 memorable in the best way. For starters, there’s the brand new Trending Up Collection which, as its name suggests, houses an assortment of trend-forward designs, styles, themes, … Continue reading
At Primitives by Kathy, we believe in the power of passion and the value of hard work, maintaining that true success is realized when we give back to our communities. Guided by these principles and our mission statement: “Combining our passion for creativity with our culture of … Continue reading
No tricks, just treats over here! Though we won’t likely be bobbing for apples this year, there are still plenty of Halloween and fall traditions to partake in and we have everything you need to make the most of the season. For starters, something many look forward … Continue reading
There are things we’ve come to expect over the course of a normal year—seasons changing, various holidays and their corresponding celebrations, students returning to school at the end of summer break—but we don’t have to tell you that this year has been anything but normal. As August … Continue reading
The recent release of our 2020 Supplement and 2020 Pet catalogs means two things: brand new collections to introduce, and expansions on existing collections with tons of new products for you and your customers to love. Here, we’ll highlight some of the items we are particularly excited … Continue reading
On December 5, the IU held it’s annual Holiday Student Bazaar showcasing student mini-businesses from IU13 and local schools! These events offer an opportunity for classroom mini-businesses to showcase student creativity, sales and customer service skills! Attendees can purchase treats, crafts, plants, and more while interacting with … Continue reading
Tis the season! Take a look around and it’s impossible to miss it–the holidays are upon us, which means the shopping craze is in full swing! All around us, customers are hurriedly preparing for get-togethers and celebrations, securing the perfect gifts for everyone on their lists, and … Continue reading
It’s no secret that the limited stationery options that were available for a very long time left much to be desired. They were all function and no fun–but no more! It is time to say goodbye to those dull yellow sticky notes and blasé legal pads, and … Continue reading
It feels great to give back, and the promise of that big surge of happy feels that follows is almost irresistible. Those feelings are often associated with philanthropic marketing. If you’re not familiar with this strategy, it is essentially a method of simultaneously promoting your store/products, and … Continue reading
From notepads and journals, to assorted stickers and magnets, we’ve got everything you need when it comes to stationery. Fresh new stationery products are abundantly exciting, but we also recognize that the task of merchandising them in an effective manner comes with its own set of challenges. So if your efforts … Continue reading
At Primitives by Kathy, we are proud to showcase original artwork from exceptionally talented artists. Throughout our catalogs and website, you’ll find everything from wall decor and wood carvings, to felt critters and hand-lettered designs, all featuring replications of unique, original designs from our artist partners. Block … Continue reading
You can’t miss ‘em. The distinct orange and black pattern, the subtle white markings, the ethereal grace with which they flutter through the air in search of milkweed plants. If you haven’t already figured out what I’m talking about, it’s the unassuming yet majestic monarch butterfly. From … Continue reading
If you have long endured a love/hate relationship with hosting, you are not alone. It is a grand undertaking that can be overwhelming to many as dreams of entertaining friends and family at lively dinner parties and vibrant celebrations are crushed by the reality that the preparation … Continue reading
We pour so much time into the intricacies of designing of our living rooms and bedrooms and kitchens—selecting the ideal color scheme, curating the perfect aesthetic with artfully selected throw pillows, décor and lamps, arranging everything just so—but there is one necessary and oft-frequented room that might … Continue reading
Cue the applause and standing ovations for the Twirl* theme from our Baby & Kids collection! With a variety of themed décor and gifts to encourage creativity and positive vibes, including items to commemorate recitals, emphasize a love of dance, and tote a young dancer’s gear to … Continue reading
There are approximately 250 babies born every single minute around the world. Put simply: that’s a lot of babies. For quite some time, the arrival of new babies has inspired endless celebration–baby showers to attend for expectant mothers, milestones to celebrate as the baby grows–thus, the demand … Continue reading
If you’ve been following design trends over the past several decades, you may recall the quirky Memphis trend of the 1980s. This trend was characterized by a juxtaposition of vibrant clashing colors, offbeat designs, abstract geometric shapes, and bold prints. One notable print from this trend? The … Continue reading