Monday, November 17, 2008

{our mom-preneur}

for November is Robin with Rag-a-Muffin Totes I'm really excited to introduce this mommy to you for two reasons....one, her bags are AWESOME and two, this is not just for the locals. She has a great website and will take orders from out-of-state! And, of course, there will be a contest so if you're interested read through to the bottom to find out how you can win!!! Here's some fun info about Robin and Rag-a-Muffin Totes....

How did you come up with your name?
A couple of reasons. The totes are made in the style of a rag quilt, and as a child, I always wanted to dress myself and never let my mom brush hair, so I was always being called a rag-a-muffin.

What is your official website?
www.ragamuffintotes.com

How long have you been in business?
A little over a year

Tell us about your totes and how you developed the concept behind it.
I make tenderly tattered totes, handbags, diaper bags, baby quilts, security blanket and more! I've always been a purse girl and I'm sure my hubby was tired of buying them, so I decided to put two of my pastimes together - sewing and purses. I made a couple of bags for myself but so many people loved them that I decided to start selling them.

How do you balance your business and your family?
I've come up with a system of days. On certain days I work on orders, and on the other days I work on housework, etc. And I generally work only during nap times, that way, when my kids are awake I can be attentive to them and their needs.

Anything we can look forward to seeing in your business in the future?
Hopefully some "Daddy diaper bags"! and always, new fabrics

My favorite shopping link is etsy.com - I can spend HOURS on it!!


My favorite find in Ft Collins is Kahlua Madness and the Human Bean (yes, I agree)

My favorite restaurant in Ft Collins is HuHot Mongolian Grill (yep, absolutely!)

Most days I just need some coffee!!!

Don't count on me to be caught up on laundry! Ha! Or spend a lot of time chatting on the phone...really you are a lucky person if I actually answer it!

If I'm typically craving something it is A coffee drink and dark chocolate (umm...agree here too!)


















Thanks to Robin for being a willing participant of my mommy-preneur 'thing'! Check out her website, www.ragamuffintotes.com, and see for yourself how cool these are!! (You can see all the totes she currently has in stock and all the fabric choices available on the website.)
SOOO....if you are interested in purchasing a custom made bag for yourself or for a fun Christmas gift, leave a comment and your email and you will be put in a drawing for a gift certificate of $25 towards purchase! You have until November 30th at 10pm!

9 comments:

Bridal Concepts by Christy Aspinwall said...

Robin's bags ARE great! I'd like to get one for my sister for sure! christy.aspinwall@gmail.com

Natalie said...

I have several expecting friends. What a cute gift idea! Love, love, love it!!! picturesbynatalie@gmail.com

Jenn said...

Not only is Robin herself one of my favorite ladies, but the bags definitely feed my addiction to cute carryalls! Can a person win twice? I need something to carry my cupcakes in!

Unknown said...

I just LOVE Robin, and her bags too! I'm so with you on the coffee drink and dark chocolate. As well as HuHot - for sure! I think we might be related somehow.

Melissa

Unknown said...

Oops! I forgot to leave my email.

melmullins@mac.com

sarahbri said...

sarahbri@gmail.com
I want in on this contest! Robin is one of my favorite people too. So is Lynds. So it works out for the two of them to collaborate on this project.

Kristine said...

Wow! Those are so cute!! I'd love to win :) The Lexi tote (02) in the gallery would sure be a nice change from my beat-up Vera Bradley!

Anonymous said...

I'm a proud owner of an amazingly adorable tote... but what gal is satisfied with ONE?!

Must buy more.... must buy more...

Kayt
kpourbaix@comcast.net

Anonymous said...

These are adorable! Can't wait to check out all the fun fabrics.

~Elizabeth Barber