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‘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!

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?