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Mrs. Meatball, Hollywood Age and Occupation: 30, Actor/Writer/Office Maven Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Actor/Writer Engagement Date: October 7, 2007 Wedding Date: May, 2009 Blogging Since: September 16, 2008 Venue: Private Garden/The Bungalow Club About Me: I love melty cheese and diet coke almost as much as I love my man. I'm from Chicago, he's from NYC, and we both miss public transit and great pizza. We have an adorable muppet dog called Paco. I'm part hippie with a healthy dash of hip hop superstar, have excessive empathy for animals, and have not one, but two bionic eyes (long story). We're broke and it ain't no joke. It can't stop us from planning the bold and whimsical wedding of our dreams, but we've had to get pretty creative to make it work, yo!
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Bag Lady from Bali

October 17th, 2008 @ 2:22 pm by Mrs. Meatball

‘Memba how I promised you I’d reveal the greater uses of our Ganesha inspired logo?

You can stop holding your breath, cuz you’re about to get some info, yo! My awesome sister (and trusty bridesmaid) recently returned from a 6-week trip to Bali, where she helped get my awesome out-of-town bags made!

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We always knew we wanted personalized bags (cuz that’s how we roll), and definitely wanted reusable ones to suit our Eco-Green endeavors… but being broke-ass doesn’t really suit either of those desires. So, when my sister and bro-in-law came through town on their way to Bali, and mentioned they could get bags made for a fraction of American prices, I was all about it. I sent the file to their contact in Bali, and the bags were ready within a week! My sis was generous enough to carry all 50 home with her, to save me shipping costs. I couldn’t believe how beautifully they turned out! They were even better than we dreamed they’d be.

All told, we got 50 custom canvas bags with two colors printed, for $80 dollars. You just can’t beat it! Yes, I know I could have used paper bags for much less, but my carbon karma would have been no bueno. And I think… I hope… that they’re just cute enough that people will actually reuse them, even if just for groceries.

Ah, how I wish we could get everything from Bali. Our broke-ass wedding would be. so. pimp.

We plan to stuff the bags with all sorts of goodies, creature comforts and travel necessities—along with the requisite itinerary and maps, of course! We’ll attach a note to explain the meaning of our logo, too—so our friends and family aren’t like, “What the (insert expletive) does this elephant have to do with weddings?”

What do you think? Worth the splurge? Would you use it again?

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14 Responses to “Bag Lady from Bali”

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Tea

in a word: ab-so-freakin-lutely.

 
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shannamt (message)  130 posts, Blushing bee

I think that is the cutest OOT bag! I like that it isn’t screamin’ wedding. I think that increases its reuse chances. I would totally rock that bag at the market.

 
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Miss Cheese (message)  647 posts, Busy bee

You are so darned creative! I love them.

 
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Mrs. Lemon (message)  427 posts, Helper bee

So wonderfully unique and perfect :)

 
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frenchbulldog (message)  6,067 posts, Bee Keeper

Awesome! I would totally use that again, I think your guest will love it :)

 
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Kini

So cute! And we have the same wedding date!

 
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Miss Dumpling (message)  650 posts, Busy bee

Id use it again and I must say…im a little jealous of your guests! If you have an extra…….

 
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Mrs. Avocado (message)  1,412 posts, Bumble bee

I think it is just abstract enough to get used again. If it was all hearts and swirls people might be embarrassed or hesitant, but how sweet is that graphic? I’m with Dumpling about the extras :)

 
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Miss Sea Breeze (message)  912 posts, Busy bee

High five! Definitely pimpin’! I think it’s great that you’re attaching an explanation of the logo, that will make them even more special.

 
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MissReeves

YES! Are you kidding? Everyone is going to l-o-v-e them.

 
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December (message)  370 posts, Helper bee

They’re really beautiful, and I don’t mean to rain on your parade, but I’m always a little worried when I hear “cheap [fabric item] from [Asian country]“. Yes, it is saving trees, but are humans being exploited because of it? I really don’t mean to be judgmental, and I do hope that you were a step ahead of me and thought of this already. :)

 
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Miss Meatball (message)  613 posts, Busy bee

@ December: I am one step ahead :) Kadek, the man who makes these bags, is a friend of my sister. We know exactly how he works and who works for him - so we could feel confident he is on the up and up. Its definitely a valid concern in other circumstances, and one that I am always looking out for :)

 
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December (message)  370 posts, Helper bee

Oh good. May the karma fairy smile upon you. :)

 
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