I have been asked to come up with a yoga bag, so I am asking for your help. What type of bag is the most functional? What features do you absolutely need?
I have seen quite a few that look like my tote bags but are shorter and longer so it would be an easy transition. It seems as though I could put outside straps to hold the matt or do you want to carry it inside the bag? Should the bag be lined? or is unlined better?
I would like to have a few of these ready for the show Febuary 27th so the more design kinks we work out the better. Thanks in advance for you suggestions and ideas
Mama Io
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Bag Bundles
Been working on a few ideas and one that I thought was a good one was to sell a grouping of bags that already exist as a "Travel Bundle."
The Wickford extra large tote has already been used for everything from a gym bag, library bag, beach bag and overnight bag. The Perrryville tote was designed as a lunch tote, but it is currently being used for everything from an art supply bag to a cosmetic bag. The third bag is the Sakonnet was designed to carry a bottle of wine, but I recently had someone use one to carry her curling iron and travel hair drier in it to the gym.
These three bags together make a nice quick getaway package. They are similiar in shape and style
This is the Perryville with an inside view - the pocket fits an ice pack for you lunch, but it is being used for many other uses. It has a 6" x 6" base and is 10" tall.
The Wickford Town & Country extra large tote is large and roomy. Has a small outside pocket and a large inside pocket. This bag has a 11" x 6" base and is 15" tall.
The Sakonnet is similar to the Perryville but has a 4" x 4" base and is 14" tall. There is a pocket on the inside that runs top to bottom.
Seperately these 3 bags are great, but I believe they make a wonderful package. Nice overnight set. They could also be used as bridal party gifts - wouldn't it be great to have everyone use them to get ready for your wedding and then have these great totes to use again and again!
The Wickford extra large tote has already been used for everything from a gym bag, library bag, beach bag and overnight bag. The Perrryville tote was designed as a lunch tote, but it is currently being used for everything from an art supply bag to a cosmetic bag. The third bag is the Sakonnet was designed to carry a bottle of wine, but I recently had someone use one to carry her curling iron and travel hair drier in it to the gym.
These three bags together make a nice quick getaway package. They are similiar in shape and style
The Sakonnet is similar to the Perryville but has a 4" x 4" base and is 14" tall. There is a pocket on the inside that runs top to bottom.
Seperately these 3 bags are great, but I believe they make a wonderful package. Nice overnight set. They could also be used as bridal party gifts - wouldn't it be great to have everyone use them to get ready for your wedding and then have these great totes to use again and again!
Friday, January 15, 2010
My First Blog
This is my first attempt at blogging, please be patient and bear with me! I have launched a new web site for my business, MIO Bags -http://www.mamaios.com/.
The history of MIO is long, so here is the short version. I, Beth Algren Iovino, have been left-brained right-brained challenged my entire life. I started designing and sewing for my "Baby Alive" doll when I was about 8 years old. At the same time, I would usually be the treasurer when my friends and I would have a lemonade stand. As it turned out, I went to college and became and accountant because it was practical and pursued that career for the last 25 years. All the while, I designed gardens, wedding gowns, curtains, clothing of all kinds. You name it and I was trying to figure out how to personalize it and make it my own.
This past spring, major decisions were made and a change of career was in order. MIO Bags was born shortly before my mother passed away April 28, 2009. She would have loved them! MIO comes from the nickname my son's rugby team gave me - Mama Io. Originally the company was going to be called "Mama Io's Oilcloth" but then I thought we should shorten it and the initials in Italian mean my or mine. When I found that out it seemed fitting. MIO Bags - My Bags - Custom designed bags - make one your own!
It has been an interesting journey to this place and I hope I can take you along on this new phase. See you soon!
The history of MIO is long, so here is the short version. I, Beth Algren Iovino, have been left-brained right-brained challenged my entire life. I started designing and sewing for my "Baby Alive" doll when I was about 8 years old. At the same time, I would usually be the treasurer when my friends and I would have a lemonade stand. As it turned out, I went to college and became and accountant because it was practical and pursued that career for the last 25 years. All the while, I designed gardens, wedding gowns, curtains, clothing of all kinds. You name it and I was trying to figure out how to personalize it and make it my own.
This past spring, major decisions were made and a change of career was in order. MIO Bags was born shortly before my mother passed away April 28, 2009. She would have loved them! MIO comes from the nickname my son's rugby team gave me - Mama Io. Originally the company was going to be called "Mama Io's Oilcloth" but then I thought we should shorten it and the initials in Italian mean my or mine. When I found that out it seemed fitting. MIO Bags - My Bags - Custom designed bags - make one your own!
It has been an interesting journey to this place and I hope I can take you along on this new phase. See you soon!
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