Success Stories

The absolute best person to go to! She’s so kind and has the prettiest jewelry!! And don’t forget the patch bar, customizing your own hat is a game changer! She has the cutest hats and patches to go with it! Absolutely a 10/10 experience! It’s so unique and fun at the same time! If you go to get jewelry or a beautiful hat, she’s the person to go to!!

Lynley Pittman

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Gold Hill, NC

Katie is always a joy to work with! She always has a smiling face and willing to help with all your needs. I met Katie getting permanent jewelry and have became friends!! She has made me 4 bracelets and numerous hats go check her out!!❤️💕

Karen Barbee

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Concord, NC

I Love my permanent jewelry from Miss Katie! I purchased one each in gold and silver in November. I had so many compliments on them and decided I wanted to add a rose gold this week! Love my 3 stack. Go by and see amazing young lady that loves her jewelry and her caps. Miss Katie is a sweet lady that treats you like family the first time you meet and always has a smile!

Sharon Barbee

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Concord, NC

It’s always a fantastic time when Katie joins us @ ARWorkshop Belmont ! Her trucker hats and permanent jewelry are an absolute hit with everyone. Whether you’re looking for stylish new Pickleball hat or the perfect date night jewelry, Katie selection is second to none. She always brings the latest and greatest fashion trends, making it easy to find something you’ll love. Keep an eye on our schedule for more dates featuring Katie in the workshop through 2025 you won’t want to miss it! Xoxo 💋

Debra Rushing

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Belmont, NC

I had the absolute pleasure of hosting a High Heels and Hard Hats event that brought together women from the construction and design world, and let me just say—WOW, what an unforgettable experience! Kate Nanto, owner of Kintsu was the highlight!  The atmosphere was vibrant, welcoming, and full of energy as we came together to celebrate creativity, craft, and community.
 
We kicked off the event by making our very own patch trucker hats. I was absolutely blown away by how Kate guided us through the process, helping each of us design something unique while allowing for personal expression. The materials were top-notch, and I couldn’t be more in love with the final product—I left with a hat that not only looked amazing but also felt like a badge of pride representing my role in an industry.
 
Next up was the permanent jewelry experience, and it was nothing short of magical! Kate’s expertise shone through as she delicately and skillfully created pieces that were both meaningful and beautiful. The whole experience was so special and personalized.
 
If you ever have the chance to attend or plan one of these events, don’t hesitate! You’ll leave feeling inspired, empowered, and, quite frankly, pretty fabulous. Thank you, Kate, and Kintsu, for making this event a day to remember! Can’t wait for the next one!

Amy Sullivan

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Charlotte, NC

“We had the BEST experience getting a trucker hat made!! She was so helpful and patient while I picked out patches for the hat and was super personable. I cannot recommend her enough and will be a lifelong customer.”

Courtney Carrilli

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Raleigh, NC