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Initials Inc. – Review & Giveaway

May 18, 2010 by Elaine

I like bags. And no, I don’t mean the ones under my eyes.

I mean cute ones that I can strap over my shoulder and function well for me.



Initials, Inc.
makes sassy, cute bags of all kinds and they personalize them with just about any monogram you want for free!

It goes without saying (but I will anyway) that I was very excited when they contacted me to sample one of their bags.

I chose the “Hippie Chick” and it’s so great! It’s good for going to the mall or grocery because I can just strap it across my body and have everything I need right on my hip. It can even hold my diaper sleeve for some diapers and wipes. The front flap is great for easy access to my keys and the inside has a zipper pouch, as well as a place for my cell phone.

And the cute “E” on the front makes it extra special, don’t cha think?



Here’s a little more about the company….

“Initials, Inc. was founded by sisters – Britney Vickery and Ivy Hall shortly after becoming SAHMs. During that time they loved being home with their children but found that they were seeking three things; to be challenged creatively, to have flexibility in schedule and to contribute financially to their homes… but they didn’t want to give up time with their young families to get it. Initials, Inc. was created to meet those needs as woman and new mothers. Over time, they quickly realized that the solution they they created for themselves could be a blessing to other women. Initials, Inc. officially launched in February of 2005. Today, Initials, Inc. is national in scope and is supporting women and families all across the country through home parties, selling personalized gifts. ”

Now I just know one of you would love to win a $50 gift certificate to apply to any product of your choice from their lovely catalog!

If so, Go HERE and ‘flip’ through the catalog and come back and leave a comment telling me what item catches your eye.

You can get a second entry for tweeting a link to this giveaway. Come back and leave a SECOND comment that you did so.

This giveaway will run until the evening of Monday, May 24th at which time I will choose a winner at random. Open to U.S. residents only. Please make sure I have a way to get in touch with you if you should win.

Good luck! I’m already a little jealous of the winner. 🙂

elaine

*Disclosure – I was contacted by Initials, Inc. with the opportunity to do this review. I was supplied with one monogrammed bag from their current collection, at no cost in order to do the review. These are my honest opinions and I was not paid for this review.

Filed Under: Fashion, Giveaways, reviews

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Comments

  1. Krystyn says

    May 18, 2010 at 4:12 pm

    The resort tote is super cute!
    reallyareyouserious at gmail dot com

  2. Heather says

    May 18, 2010 at 5:53 pm

    I need the Hippie Chick, too! I’ve been looking for a bag to carry across my hip like that!

  3. Skip, Stephanie, Emerald, Calvin, and Zachary says

    May 18, 2010 at 6:08 pm

    I am going to have to agree, the Hippie Chick bag looks perfect! I would love a bag that won’t get in the way, as I have my hands full as it is. What a cute idea 🙂

  4. TheSweetLife says

    May 18, 2010 at 6:37 pm

    There is not much in that catalog that I didn’t like. The Go Go Diaper bag would be perfect. I would love to have a party like this!! Thanks for sharing.

  5. Christina says

    May 18, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    Now this is a giveaway I love!!! I building my stock of grocery/all purpose bags and this would be the perfect addition! I would go for either the smart tote or hippie-chic…why must I decide?!

  6. Erin says

    May 18, 2010 at 7:05 pm

    I do love the Hippie CHick, but there was one that looked like maybe you could put a laptop in it? I couldn’t navigate real well to get a close up on the descriptions, though. Maybe it was the Portfolio?

  7. Jen says

    May 18, 2010 at 7:33 pm

    Oh my, their stuff is awesome. I love all the bags, especially the doodle bug collections.

    Oh I hope that I win.

  8. TheSweetLife says

    May 18, 2010 at 7:38 pm

    I tweeted about it here too:

    http://twitter.com/TheSweetLife17

  9. Shooting Stars Mag says

    May 18, 2010 at 8:39 pm

    i really like the bowler bag

    lauren51990 at aol dot com

  10. Bina says

    May 18, 2010 at 11:08 pm

    Oh the swagalini for sure!!!

    binaspad at yahoo dot com

  11. Bina says

    May 18, 2010 at 11:09 pm

    Twittered it 🙂

    http://twitter.com/binaspad

  12. Michelle says

    May 19, 2010 at 12:37 am

    I love the travel tote! I’d have a hard time picking between the brown and black one. 🙂 There stuff is really cute.

  13. Christina says

    May 19, 2010 at 4:02 am

    Oh, and one more thing. You are looking GOOD in that picture, my friend! Look at that trim waist! I want that shirt.

  14. Heather says

    May 19, 2010 at 12:11 pm

    I love the smart tote, but I also love the storytime bag…I know its a kiddie product but I love the fabric for the girls one.

  15. ~Mendie~ says

    May 19, 2010 at 12:19 pm

    I love the Bowler bag…so cute!!

  16. Katie's Nesting Spot says

    May 19, 2010 at 7:11 pm

    I like the swag style bag, so cute and great for everyday.

  17. Lori says

    May 19, 2010 at 7:41 pm

    I love the Resort Tote! Polka dots are my fave!

  18. girlytwins says

    May 19, 2010 at 10:31 pm

    That is too cute. I need a new laptop bag!!! Maybe I will have to some shopping 🙂

  19. Julie says

    May 19, 2010 at 11:38 pm

    Ooooohhhh I love the resort tote and the travel tote!

  20. The Crocker's says

    May 20, 2010 at 12:39 am

    I pink puffy heart the resort tote! Will look great in St. Lucia with me soon!!

  21. The Crocker's says

    May 20, 2010 at 12:40 am

    tweeted too 🙂 http://twitter.com/holdsmama

  22. Haley says

    May 20, 2010 at 5:55 am

    I really like the Upper East Side Collection!

  23. AngelaRC says

    May 21, 2010 at 8:52 pm

    Thats really hard….the hobo is really cute; but I also like the pitcher with initials….so many choices

  24. bluejardiniere says

    May 21, 2010 at 9:17 pm

    there are so many cut ebags, but i like the swag bag the best. very cute.

  25. Audrey says

    May 24, 2010 at 4:06 pm

    I definitely like the Hippie Chick style the best. 🙂

  26. Mendie says

    May 24, 2010 at 4:21 pm

    Tweet! http://twitter.com/ladybugs714/status/14633070492

  27. Audrey says

    May 24, 2010 at 4:53 pm

    http://twitter.com/seemamarun/status/14634813311

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