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Hi! My name is Chris and thank you for contributing to our Kickstarter Project.

Seattle Burlap is a small business based in the Pacific Northwest. Since 2009 we've worked with national and local coffee roasters to reclaim their used burlap bags. We then partner with gardeners, farmers, landscapers, hardware stores and nurseries to repurpose these bags for all sorts of projects including large community gardens, landscape restoration, seafood cold storage and even sack races! To date, we've reclaimed over 92 tons of burlap bags that would have likely ended up in a landfill.

We're now looking to launch a project to manufacture fashionable products using this highly versatile, earth friendly material. With the funds raised through Kickstarter, I'll be able to purchase the necessary industrial sewing machines so I can give my poor, over-worked home sewing machine a rest. I'll also be able to purchase cutting dies, a press and an industrial fabric cutting knife. I'll also use the funds to purchase more reclaimed materials such as straps, buttons and metal hardware for use in the products.

Additionally, I'll also be able to work with locally based professional designers, printers and sewers who can help refine the products into polished, finished goods.

Rewards

The Coffee Sleeve

Protect your hands and the environment by using and this coffee sleeve made from reclaimed burlap.

Coffee Sleeve - protect your digits

The Gift Tote

The perfect size for couple of jars of jam, a card, some crackers and any other delicious gifts you want to bestow onto a loved one. For the more adventurous, throw in some dirt and add a few plants to give the gift of gardening

The Grocery Tote

A reusable tote that's functional, fashionable and very strong. These handmade totes reuse the existing artwork found on the original burlap bags retaining that rustic and artistic feel.

The Tablet Tote

Never has high-tech looked so down to earth. This padded tote is designed to fit a tablet measuring up to 10 x 8. While your tablet will be tucked into it's own pocket, this tote is roomy enough to hold your other belongings yet compact enough to not get in the way.

Room enough to hold your gear and enough pockets to keep your stuff secure and separate.

Special pocket with snap to hold your tablet snug!

The Messenger Bag

If you've got stuff to haul around and we have a bag for you. This highly functional messenger bag has enough storage you'll never go without. Pockets and pockets of all shapes and sizes.

Thanks again for taking the time to visit our page and for your contribution. I can't wait to get started!

Acknowledgement and Thank You!

Brad Robertson and Countrycide - A Seattle based band who's bringing country back to the city! Check out their music when you have a moment!

Robin Laskowski and Children's Playgarden - a space where children of all abilities can play outdoors and stretch their imaginations and independence.

Jaime Ramirez - Videography