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Custom Embroidery Giveaway – Tote Bag Embroidered With Herbs

Crooked Brook is sponsoring a Custom Embroidered Tote Bag Giveaway just in time to “tote” your stuff from the farmer’s market!

tote bag rosemary

tote bag thyme bag

One winner will receive two, 10″W x 14″H x 5″D, gusseted bottom, 10 oz., 100% cotton canvas tote bags personalized with two of the winner’s favorite herbs embroidered, one on one side, of each bag.

Total value including SHI…$50.00

Here is the list of herbs that winners can choose from:

 

  • Basil
  • Caraway
  • Chamomile
  • Chives
  • Coriander
  • Cumin
  • Dill
  • Fennel
  • Lemon Balm
  • Marjoram
  • Myrrh
  • Oregano
  • Parsley
  • Peppermint
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Spearmint
  • Tarragon
  • Thyme

 

Images of the embroidered stitch outs can be found here: embroidery designs.

Tote bags have become one of the most used bags in America. They can be utilized for a multitude of purposes, which explains why they have become so popular. These bags are truly an American Classic. For those looking for convenience and ease of carrying things, the tote bag is often the best suited for the job.

The word tote started to be used back in the mid 1700’s and literally means to carry, with technically unknown origins; originally attested in Virginia. The Oxford English Dictionary questions the popular theory of its origin in a West African language (cf. Kikongo tota “pick up” and Kimbundu tuta “carry, load,” linked to Swahili tuta “pile up, carry”).

Embroidery a form of art that involves decorating a surface, typically fabric, with designs created by using a needle and thread (or yarn) that started out as a form of hand sewing and eventually advanced into a type of machine sewing. The exact origins of embroidery are hard to pinpoint, but there are many early examples that have survived throughout the centuries from ancient Egypt, Northern Europe and the Zhou Dynasty in China. In many cultures throughout history including ancient Persia, India, Japan, Byzantium, medieval and Baroque Europe – embroidery was a sign of high social status and wealth and became a hugely popular art form.

 

Terms and conditions:

  • You must be 18 years or older to enter.
  • Crooked Brook will ship the prize to the winner within 30 days of contest end.
  • Physical address required for shipping; no PO boxes, US recipients only residing in one of the 48 contiguous states. If address is undeliverable or prize is unclaimed and sent back, winner is responsible for re-shipping charges.

Cant to wait to see if you won? Receive a 20% discount on all Crooked Brook custom shirts (embroidered or printed), custom polo shirts (embroidered or printed), custom sweatshirts (embroidered or printed) or custom hoodies (embroidered or printed) custom lab coats (embroidered or printed) and custom embroidery from 5/21/14 through 06/15/14 with the Coupon Code “Mommy Ramblings Custom Embroidery Giveaway”.

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Shopping For The Urban Dweller Is Easy With Rickshaw Bagworks!!!

Rickshaw Bagworks

Do you take extra steps to shop local and buy locally made goods?  I know in our town we have special days during the holiday season where shopping local and supporting local businesses is highly encouraged.  It makes people feel good to support local businesses and help them prosper in a tough economy.  Along with buying locally, many people today think of where something is made, how it’s made and how the company gives back to the community.  You will hear a lot about fair trade, organic, sustainable and recycled materials, soy based inks and dyes, safe working conditions and manufacturing right in the USA.

When I shop for holiday gifts it means so much when I  can get a person something special that has a great story behind it.  For instance if the product I buy them was made by a company that cares about the environment and manufactures in a green way, employs local artisans, manufactures in the USA which provides jobs for Americans and pays fair wages, provides safe working conditions and turns out  high quality products, it’s a win-win.

Companies that are created as a result of purpose and passion serve as  an example that it’s possible to build a successful business doing or creating something that fuels your spirit, mind and body!

Rickshaw Bagworks is a new San Francisco-based bag company. Inspired by the creative energy of their city, urban cycling and an intense desire to make great products,   Rickshaw  was born to satisfy their own personal passion for bags. They know how people love their bags and how they grow attached to their favorite bag. Rickshaw knew that choosing the right materials is paramount to the durability of the bag. In Inc magazine article, How To Build a Sustainable Business, Rickshaw founder, Mark Dwight talks about how they partnered with one of the few remaining upholstery mills in North Carolina.  Working together they developed a proprietary collection of Rickshaw Performance Tweed: a gorgeous, rugged fabric made from recycled beverage bottles and finished with an eco-friendly, stain-resistant coating. With a little extra effort, Rickshaw developed a fabric that met their goals for sustainability, style, durability, and affordability.

There is something about urban living, big cities bring an excitement, diverse culture and creativity to its residents who reside in this fast-paced metropolitan environment filled with  palpable energy.  A mecca of art, music, restaurants, parks, theaters and more in every direction appeals to  city dwellers.  Rickshaw bags are the perfect choice for people who thrive on urban life and celebrate the creative spirit. Rickshaw may be a new company but they are not new to designing and manufacturing great bags.  In addition to the passion for bags, they embrace a strong set of humanistic, environmental and social values that guide the way they conduct every aspect of their business.  The name of the company is derived from three Japanese characters meaning “human powered vehicle”–delightfully apropos for a company making bags for bicycle enthusiasts, and their metaphor for the strength of the human spirit.

 

The Velo Collection is a great choice for the urban commuter. The ultra lightweight waterproof sailcloth backpack bags are made to order in San Francisco and feature a top loading main compartment. Seatbelt shoulder straps, signature reflective strip and light loops, included MacBook Pro sleeve, organizational front pocket and padded base and lumbar support ensure these bags are comfortable and useful.  Available in medium or large these backpacks are the perfect choice for all the urban dwellers and cyclists on your gift list.

VELO-Edition BackPack

The large Zero Messenger Bag is big enough to hold a 15″ laptop while the medium can handle a 13″ laptop.  Also made in San Francisco the name Zero is inspired by the minimal waste in the manufacturing process.  Featuring  quick adjust shoulder straps, front pockets, D Ring, and the ease of being machine washable make these bags convenient and functional.  There are small and mini options of the Zero Messenger Bag so it’s easy to find the right size bag that understands one size does not fit all!

Large Zero Messenger Bag

Stuffed Large Zero Bag

With a selection of commuter laptop bags, totes, limited edition styles, sleeves, pouches and even custom orders shopping for your favorite city lover has never been easier.  For more information or to see all the available bags and accessories  visit Rickshaw Bagworks.  You can also like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter to get all the latest news and updates.

City Messenger Rickshaw City Messenger

 


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