Meet One of Our New Zimbags!

Hello there. Happy bag elf here! I would like to introduce you to one of our newest bags, The Zimbag Folding Shopper.

A smart little fellow, this guy would love to accompany you on your next trip to the grocery store. Careful, he's small enough to stowaway without you even knowing about it.

Here he is, hiding in the bushes (look how small and cute he is):

And here he is, showing off his size:

A bit more compact than its friend The Zimbag Shopper, this bag folds and Velcros closed into a neat little packet measuring 7” by 4”. Perfect for slipping into your purse or glove compartment so you are never without a reusable bag. When unfolded, your bag will have 2 pockets, perfect for storing your keys, coupons, chap stick, gum, or any small thing you must have with you when shopping. Not only will you be helping the environment by eliminating wasteful plastic bags, you will be helping women in Zimbabwe overcome extreme poverty.

Each bag features sadza artwork created by women artists from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and sewn onto bags here by bag elves in the US. When you purchase your bag you have the choice of Safari Animals or Cultural Scenes, make sure to specify your choice! Each Zimbag comes with the story of a woman artist and tells you how you are helping to Bag Poverty.

Size: Open: 15"W x 16"H - No Gusset; Closed: 7"W x 4"H
Capacity: Can replace one paper grocery bag
Material Type: Non-Woven Polypropylene
Care Instructions: Wipe down with a damp cloth

About Sadza

Sadza (pronounced Sud-za) is corn ground into a fine meal, often cooked and served with vegetables or meat sauce. A staple in Zimbabwe, it can also be used to create a beautiful painting. The painting technique involves using sadza on the fabric to separate colors when applying paint. After the paint is applied, the canvas is left to dry. Once dry, the fabric is washed of the sadza, leaving behind beautiful Zimbabwean designs.

You can now visit our store: click here.

Thanks,

The Happy Bag Elves

Sneak Peak

As we get closer to our store re-launch we wanted to give you a preview of what is to come.

We have added new products, the women have created new designs (along with some old ones), and we have revamped our website.

The Happy Bag Elves have been hard at work sewing patches, brewing coffee, brainstorming, and assembling bags. 25,000 gallons of coffee and numerous serious discussions with sewing machines later, the patches are sewn and the bags are being put together.

Why are these Bag Elves so happy? Well, it does something good for the spirit to sew fabric painted by loving hands thousands of miles away. Touching the same fabric that women artists in Zimbabwe designed, painted, cut, and shipped brings a smile to our faces. There is something inspiring about the vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges the women paint with - it's like a spot of hope in a bleak horizon.

Want to own a little piece of hope yourself? Email us at contact@zimbags.org and you can order bags directly from us while our store is down.

Keep checking back for spotlights and previews of Zimproducts.

Together we can Bag Poverty!

Thanks,

The Happy Bag Elves

Exciting & New!

Here at Zimbags we are working on some exciting new products that showcase the beautiful artwork of our women artists. We are working hard to re-launch our store so that you can be part of Zimbags mission to empower women to overcome extreme poverty.

Soon we hope to share our new products, revamped website, and new ways to get involved.

Stay tuned for periodic updates and re-launch date.

Thanks,
The Zimbags Team

Sometimes Technology Bites You

So today we found out that our store had been taken down because the marketplace we used is being discontinued. We are now on a trek to find the best way to share and sell Zimbags products.

We are sorry for any inconvience and appreciate your patience as we work through this small glitch.

In the meantime, if you find yourself needing a Zimbag, some cards, or a journal - please email us at contact@zimbags.org and we will work with you to get you what your heart desires.

Thanks,
The Zimbags Team

Zimbabwe & Zimbags

Check out the current situation and what you can do! Simple as that.

Have a great day,

Zimbags