All-Natural Face Paint  Halloween is just around the corner and the kids are all excited! Everyone is talking about what costumes the kids will chose, what candy they will pass out and what decorations they’ll hang. Why not add in some great, simple ideas to make your Halloween as eek-o-friendly as possible? It’s far easier than you could ever imagine!                                 When it comes to costumes, being “green” is incredibly easy! Not only is it easy, but its fun to set up a costume swap with a local parenting group. You can trade.. Read More »

The Skinny on GOTS Certfication Organic clothing: you see the words and you think it’s a good choice, but is that all there is to it? Many people simply have the opinion that organic is better. While in some instances that can be the case you still want to look into things a bit further. Clothing that is made from organic fibers may not be organic after it is converted into a piece of clothing. Have you ever thought about the manufacturing process and what cotton goes through to become clothing?  Cotton fibers go through a lengthy process from washing,.. Read More »

Here is a great review from a Cindy T. a YouTube fashion blogger who asked to review some of our products.  Cindy also made the DIY denim bracelet video a couple of weeks ago.  You can view this video on TheMaggieBags YouTube channel. CORRECTIONS on the video:  She mentioned me (Kerri) as the owner of Maggie Bags.  This is incorrect.  I am the Senior Director of Marketing but do not own the company. All seat belt webbing used in Maggie Bags production is new webbing that has been rejected by auto manufacturers. No webbing used has ever been in a.. Read More »

Less in landfills means more in Eco-chic    As of May 2012 Maggie Bags has used nearly 1 million yards of rejected seat belt webbing to produce our handbags. Wow – that is a huge amount of seatbelt webbing. Seatbelt webbing is typically rejected by the auto manufacturers because either it does not meet safety standards or the color variations are not acceptable.  Sometimes just part of a webbing spool may be damaged and the entire roll is rejected.  This is all good news for Maggie Bags because we purchase this surplus webbing and turn it into beautiful Eco-friendly handbags... Read More »

D.I.Y. Instant Summer Accessories: Maggie Bags Bracelet? Yes, I said it. Think outside the box, get creative! Just because someone says its a shoelace doesn't mean its only a shoelace. It's a belt, tourniquet, hair accessory, cat toy, tool for tie dying, braid them into friendship bracelets, let your imagination run WILD! It's not about shoelaces it's about re-imagining materials and what they can become. Think tire-swing. This is exactly how Maggie Bags came to be. We had a surplus of raw material that would otherwise go to landfills so we let our imagination take flight and came up with.. Read More »

Konane, our fabulous Maggie Bags designer is a very unique and creative individual. She applies her creativity into several designs of her own in addition to the designs she creates for Maggie Bags.  One of my favorites is the Butterfly Bag.  It is truly unique and most definitely a conversation starter! I love designing for Maggie Bags because I value creative freedom and working with people who care to have a positive impact on the planet. As a designer having my hands in the process of making these products is very important. Working with seatbelt can be a challenge and.. Read More »

Our bag designers have been hard at work creating new styles for 2012. Here is your sneak peak of new bags you can purchase very soon! The Butterfly Bag Step out in style with the beautiful and unique Butterfly Bag. Combine it with your sense of style and you will be one eco-chic chick! It features the signature Maggie Bags lining and inside pockets plus outside pockets on each side that wrap around the sides. As an extra bonus the outside pockets have tiny zipper pockets great for the essential you need to keep at your fingertips! The Butterfly Bag.. Read More »

In today’s world everyone is looking for ways to save money. Holiday gift giving will be no exception. Here are some tips on working within a budget and some great ideas for gift giving on a budget. Get creative in finding gifts to fit your budget. We hope our lists can give you ahead start in checking everyone's name off your list. Create a Budget In working with a limited amount of cash it is recommended that you first establish a budget of what you can afford to spend. Next, make a list of everyone you wish to buy for. .. Read More »

Holiday shopping can be quite the challenge. In today’s world we are all working to make each dollar stretch farther. We have put together a few gift giving guides to help you shop this 2011 Holiday Season. Whether need gift ideas for Mom, for your student or gifts specifically on a budget we have put together some great suggestions. Each guide includes eco-friendly gifts, budget gifts, cool gifts and fashion gifts too. Don’t forget to take along your Maggie Bags Tote of Many Colors to carry all those fabulous gifts you will be buying! Happy Shopping! -The Maggie Bags Team.. Read More »

Stocking stuffers are often an afterthought during the gift buying process. We often dismiss the task thinking it will be easy. Sometimes that is not the case. Buying the right stocking stuffers can be a challenge. Space is limited in a stocking so it is best to determine your goals first. Are you looking to fill it with a few “big” thins or many “little” things? Having a game plan before you start shopping can save you time and energy. If you buy too many little knick knacks it can end up taking an hour to pull everything out of.. Read More »

Many times Moms handle the bulk of the Christmas shopping for the family. As a result sometimes purchasing Mom’s gifts are forgotten or are shopped for at the last minute. Moms are precious. We want to help you get Mom great gifts this year. Here are some gift ideas. Hopefully these will get your creativity flowing to uncover gift ideas that your Mom will love. Great Gift Ideas for Mom Favorite makeup items: lip gloss, lip stick, eye shadow, mascara, makeup brushes etc. Take Mom to lunch (you buy the lunch) Personalized item like this casserole dish The new Maggie.. Read More »

The Holiday Season is upon us,and there much shopping to be done. Shopping for students can sometimes be difficult for aunts, uncles, parents and grandparents. You could try and buy the latest laptop, cell phone or iPad only to have your student ask for the upgrade in a week! High school students, as well as college students always want the latest and greatest products. We suggest another idea…gift cards! You can get gift cards for so many things restaurants, grocery stores, iTunes, your students favorite clothing store or just give them a bank gift card they can use anywhere (BEWARE.. Read More »

Here is another Video Holiday Gift Guide by Chantilliscious featuring Maggie Bags. Enjoy! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0nRVFdm7fM&w=560&h=315] You can find more information on her blog as well. ~The Maggie Bags Team Read More »

Check out this Holiday Gift Guide by Cindy's Fab Reviews. It is full of Maggie Bags and other great gift ideas. You can also read about her gift guide in her blog post. Enjoy! ~The Maggie Bags Team Read More »

When the snow and leaves clear after winter, many people are ready to shed their heavy coats as well as give their homes a heavy dose of spring cleaning. While sorting through warm clothes to store away and pulling out tank tops and shorts to enjoy the spring sun in, some may find odds and ends in their venture to spring cleanliness such as stained shirts, jeans with holes, plastic shopping bags, old magazines, old craft supplies, mismatched cell phones and chargers, and multitudes of other things, but these are just the beginning of what could be at the bottomless.. Read More »

Going green is the new black. Everyone wants to be more eco friendly and what better way to show the world than through your wardrobe. Here at Maggie bags, we have decided to try and be as “green” as possible this summer. Here are a few tips to get you started when creating your best summer wardrobe yet! Buy Vintage or Used: Through the years we have seen all kinds of trends pop back up from the past. Bell bottom jeans, leopard print, and big hair have all made a full circle and we are seeing them all again. Make.. Read More »

Summer is the time for finding your new favorite outfit, or maybe more than one! You may find yourself shopping all throughout the summer for items here and there, or you may find it all at once. But don't stop at finding the perfect outfit, because no outfit is complete without the perfect bag. And what better way to have a great summer than knowing part of your ensemble is a durable, recycled product, great for the environment. Since summer time usually means more time outside enjoying the weather, take a look at all of the bright colors we have.. Read More »

You know we can't get enough of recycling here at Maggie Bags, and we're constantly looking for new sources of sustainable fashion inspiration! Since our handbags are made by completely revamping rejected seat belt material, we love creative ideas that turn trash into something beautiful and unique. Take a look at this high-fashion jewelry created from bottle caps. Designer Yoak Kotik polishes each piece to perfection and proves that unexpected beauty can be found in everything. Kotik Precious Metals are innovative, and their luxurious look is perfectly balanced with their sustainable, eco-friendly design. Make a bold look with a statement.. Read More »

Hey Maggie Bag lovers! We wanted to create a new, bigger space to share more insights, ideas, and happenings with all of you, hence our spanking new blog! Stay tuned for updates on all things Maggie Bags, mixed in with our favorite eco-friendly products, articles, and tips. Read More »