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Friday, October 12, 2012

We all love our dogs, they are more than just dogs, they are members of the family. They make us laugh, greet us with such joy when we come home, and no matter how many mistakes we make on a daily basis, our dogs still love us.

Bags By Hags has created the perfect Tote Bag for dog lovers everywhere.

Made from a recycled dog food bag, this tote is perfect as a market tote, or great for everyday use as well!

I lost the best 4 legged companion I ever had almost 2 years ago. I still miss her. Her favorite treat was bananas, just the other day I was making a Banana Pudding and while cutting up the bananas I started to cry, I always saved one banana for Cookie Monster. Her paw prints will be on my heart forever.

I am also a big advocate for adopting/rescuing dogs from a Shelter, especially older dogs as they seem to get overlooked because everyone wants a puppy. I saw this daily as back before I became Bags By Hags, I worked for Animal Control in Fairbanks, Alaska.

So love those dogs with all your heart, they sure love you! And please if you are thinking of adding a new dog to your family, visit your local shelter first, your best friend may just be waiting on you!

P.S. Please don't tell the cat about this post!

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags

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Friday, June 8, 2012

Time for some Friday Finds from Pinterest, this week my theme is Recycle and Re-use!

Now this is really a wow factor for me!

This idea I really like!

A Recycled Cycle!

Made from Recycled Pickle Jars!

Recycling is good for all of us, my favorite thing to do is to take a pair of denim jeans and turn them into a number of things, Purses, Totes, Bible Covers, Bookmarks, Christmas Stockings, the possibilities are endless! So the next time you have something you are going to toss, STOP think for a minute I wonder what I could make from this. (Disclaimer: I am by no means suggesting you become a hoarder when in doubt throw it out!)

Have a Fabulous Friday!

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Be Still......

We live in a 24 hour, get it in an instant world today. It used to not be that way, I come from a generation of working hard to reach your goal and good things will come to those who wait. I fear the young folks of today don't know about that, due to the fast paced world we all live in they all think you start at the top, get everything you want at once, and get rich quick.

I too am sometimes guilty of wanting it all now. I want my shop to be a success, but I know that I cannot have that in an instant. I must work hard on my products, marketing my shop, and good things will be my reward if I work hard enough.

For me I know that sometimes I just need to "Be Still" and keep the Faith that the Good Lord above will guide my next step. I have found that most times my ideas for my items come to me when I am just sitting still. Take for instance this Bible Cover, I was struggling on how to design it, I walked away and left it. I got still and low and behold it came to me like a ton of bricks. Here is the finished Product.

This is one of my favorite Bible Covers.

I hope everyone takes the time to "Be Still" you never know what may come to you, or what you may see!

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Things to do with Denim....

I love working with denim, my favorite thing to do is to take a pair of denim jeans and recycle them into something new! I love to take a pair of jeans and make several items out of just one pair. I usually start with cutting them off like shorts and make Denim Purses. Each purse is made unique and one of a kind, with different straps and adornments. This is one of my favorite ones.

I then can take the legs and make tote bags like this one.

During Christmas I take the legs and turn them into Stockings. This was a custom order I received this last Christmas:

I also love to make Bible Covers out of denim, in fact these are my favorite things to make! Again each one is made unique and different, you can be assured you are getting a One of A Kind Item.

Keep watching Bags By Hags you never know what may turn up in denim next! Or if you have a particular item or style in mind feel free to contact me and I will be more than happy to do a Custom Order for you!

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Keeping Your Sense Of Humor.....

Trying to have a successful business is serious stuff. I am working so very hard to make Bags By Hags a success, it is my dream - My Handmade Dream. However I firmly believe you should keep your sense of humor, how can you go through the day without lightening up and laughing a bit? Especially at yourself sometimes.

Children know all about laughing and playing (we could learn a lot from children) this is my middle granddaughter Anna. She is such a little cut up always giggling and laughing, yesterday she decided to put the strainer on her head to look through the holes and giggle.

I laughed and laughed at this photo, laughter is good for our soul!

Sewing is also something that soothes my soul, I love to design and create unique items, yesterday I took a lightweight denim jumper, designed a tote bag and came up with this.

This is my Americana Tote perfect for the Summer!

I hope you do something today that soothes your soul, especially laugh! I know I will be going back to look at that picture of my granddaughter to get me a good giggle for days to come!

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags

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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Good Things Come In Small Packages....

Yesterday I worked on my Prayer Quilts. I talked a little about these last week. I just love these little items. They are small but pack a big punch. Inside the quilt I have put a cross that you can feel as you touch the quilt. These would make a great gift to pass on to someone and I guarantee they will remember your act of love and kindness every time they touch the little quilt.

I actually got a custom order for several of these from Cutterstone Jewelry they have such a great shop! They ordered them to pass along to others. After I finished her order I made up a couple more using some recycled denim.

These would be perfect to give to someone who is in the hospital, having a rough day, or as a just because gift. They would also make the perfect item to tuck in as gift to your customers. I would be more than happy to talk to you about ordering these in bulk. You can contact me through my shop or through any of my links posted below. To see the other available styles we have on hand you can visit here

Good Things Come in Small Packages...........

Marsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags