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XOXO, Lady Samantha

It’s hard finding the right thing for friends and family. That’s where Build-A-Bag comes in. The Boat N Tote from L.L. Bean has a cult following, and there’s good reason for that. Not only is it the perfect canvas for creative expression, but it is still made here in the US. If you’ve ever seen these bags in the jungles of Goodwill, you’ll know that these bags can take a beating. They, quite literally, can last a lifetime.

There’s been a whole trend of “ironic boat totes”. It’s where you embroider a witty phrase where your monogram would normally be. Now, I’m all about showing my wit, but I of course, have to take it a step further. Visions of bedazzled boat bags were dancing in my head, so I took to Etsy. I have found just about everything one would need to build a personalized bag for a loved one (or yourself).