February 28, 2011

Bags as a Present Idea

Many girls and women like bags. And they can buy them for themselves. But wouldn't it be nice giving a handmade bag that YOU made as a present? Some would really appreciate the fact that you sat down, thought of a design and made the bag yourself. So why don't you?

As a bag maker, I know it's easier for me that instead of thinking what to buy as a birthday present and go to the store, consider, debate, I can make a bag especially for that person. And especially when I know that person likes bags, and likes MY bags. And I know they'll be happy to get my handmade bag for free. Free as in a gift. That's why I'm happy that I have a useful job/hobby. And that's why I'm happy I didn't stop and quit back at the beginning of it. And not only that I can make it by myself, I can also make whatever I think fits. If I'm at a store, trying to decide which item to buy, I usually end up buying the closest thing to what I'm looking for. But when I make it myself, I get to decide what I really want and need. I can make it the way I know the receiver would want it. Big plus, huh?

Also, some people would appreciate handmade things more. It's much more personal than something you buy. And they know you’ve put many thoughts on it. Let alone the work you did on it. That shows more care, that you actually put some work and not only brain and money on the gift. And every year/event you can come up with different designs, there are many more choices, because YOU choose the choices.

Even if it's someone else's design. Even if it's someone else's handmade bag. there is something in handmade bags that can be really appreciated. Because it's all in one: it's functional, it shows how much you care, it saves money and strength, and you have many more choices.

There can also be more items included. You can make a set of bag, wallet, make-up pouch, purse organizer and more! That kind of gift you will not see at the stores! And if you make it especially for that person, there are more chances it would be the perfect gift. Sometimes I decide to give someone a bag gift from the collection I already have. But sometimes I'd make one that I think would be perfect for that person, and I wouldn't skimp. There are also people who buy my bags as gifts for someone they know. That's why I better make the bags as good as I can, because I don't only sell them to the person who buys them, but also to the one who receives it in the end.

Out of many crafts, handmade bags have a very big potential to be not only a fun hobby, but also to be received as a present. Bags is something people use all the time, they don't only love them, they also need them. They're not only a decoration. And it's something people around will see, because you carry it around. And because it's handmade, you put a lot of thought and work in it. Bag making – can be a big plus when birthdays, Christmas or anything, come. So better getting better and better, so your gifts will be better!


1 comments:

  1. nice one... i always love handmade gift ideas...

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