Today’s giveaway is from Mamoo Kids, the small U.S. based business of mama, Anna Patty. I asked Anna to share the story behind her shop with you all today along with a little about the adorable child sized bags she has created. You can connect with Anna on Facebook | Twitter | Pinter
When I was a child, my mom and I would spend our summers together in Japan visiting family. I loved these summers. We would explore Tokyo by train, bus, and along the crowded sidewalks. Afternoons would be spent adventuring around town to find our way to a family member’s house or to a park where my mom and her sisters would sit and talk for hours while I played on my own.
It was during those times, as a little girl, while the adults were catching up with old friends and family, I first felt the earliest buds of confidence that came from doing and accomplishing small things on my own. This burgeoning self-confidence, sense of personal responsibility and independence came from the little bag my mom gave me before setting out for the day.
“Fill it with a few of your favorite toys,” my mom often told me. “You’ll be happy to have them when I am busy, so make sure you take care of them and the bag.” I would do as she said, and packed my favorite play-things in my bag and headed out for the day’s adventures. I remember how I would hold my bag tight while commuting on the busy trains and as I brushed past people on the sidewalks. I cherished having the select books and dolls during my travels each day.
When I started a family in San Francisco, I decided to give my children a similar gift that my mother once gave me. My boys were given a special everyday child-sized bag that they could use to hold the most treasured toys they collect as they journey through life.
Mamoo bags are special handmade kids bags made of 100% all-natural fibers, and offer a clean, modern design. We are committed to supporting our local community, therefore all of our children’s bags are made in San Francisco, California. With recent statistics pointing out that approximately 60% of today’s school children are carrying bags weighing more than 10% of their body weight, Mamoo Kids set out to create, lightweight, eco-friendly bags that are both captivating to the younger crowd and proportionate to their size. Mamoo’s all-natural cotton bags appeal directly to the 3-6 age group by being small enough to fit little kids’ bodies, yet still hold a book and folder, or special treasures without weighing them down. For every bag that’s sold, Mamoo gives 5% of net profits to a children’s literacy program, Reading Partners. Reading Partners is a national non-profit that works hard to elevate the literacy of children in low-income schools.
My mom trusted me to decide for myself what I put into my bag all those summers ago. In doing so she helped to give me my first feelings of independence, responsibility and confidence. Today Mamoo wants to help give your child the same wonderful feelings. I believe all this begins with something as simple as a bag. Please join our community and let Mamoo Kids bags help nurture and open up little worlds.
For today’s giveaway, Anna is offering one winner his or her bag of choice. In addition, receive 15% off all orders through August 15th. To receive the discount use coupon code SMALLTHINGS15 at checkout.
For a chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post. For a second chance to win, “like” Mamoo Kids on Facebook, and leave a second comment letting me know that you’ve done so. Comments will close and a winner will be randomly selected on Monday, August 11th. The winner will be notified via email and announced within this post.
Comments are closed and the winner is Alison, who commented, “These are lovely! I have made special bags for my older kids. I think my 5yr old guy would love this!
I really enjoyed the interview with Anna.
Thanks so much!”
Thanks, Anna and Mamoo Kids!
Rebekah says
I love the versatility of the handle and shoulder strap. The giraffe is our favorite.
Andree says
liked on Facebook too 🙂
Andree says
beautiful bags, so lovely!
Jane says
Beautiful bags! All three of my little ones would just love them!
Deanna Manley says
Liked on FB.
Deanna Manley says
I love these bags! Thank you for sharing this mom and her business with us. I always have my girls pack a bag whenever we are going somewhere. I had no idea what impact this small habit may be having on my children. I hope they feel as empowered as Anna did when she did the same as a young girl.
Kirsten says
Liked on fb!
Kirsten says
So much better than the backpacks they sell at target!! Love the giraff one!
Sonia says
What a beautiful story! We’ve been encouraging our daughter to do this, but have been using metal lunch boxes. It is so hard to find beautiful bags that are her size! So happy to hear about this lovely brand.
Lana says
I love these bags and I have a little grandson who would treasure on of his very own.
Patricia says
The designs are so beautiful and creative, would love to have one for my granddaughter.
Patricia says
I “LIKED” Mamoo on Facebook. They have such great things!
Leila lewis says
Super cute bags! Thanks!
Dee says
Liked and shared!!!
Dee says
These are fantastic!!! As a homeschooling mom, and nature walk and collecting addicted family, I am sure that we can find a million uses for one of these!!!
Melissa N. says
Those bags are great, what kid couldn’t use one? Thanks!
julie says
I love these bags, such a wonderful idea
Shari says
The bags are adorable but I really love the story and idea behind them!
nele says
whaw, these are so beautiful !
my youngest son turned 8 today (but he’s a small one), he would love the giraffe bag !
thanks for the giveaway !
Nele
Beverly says
These are adorable. My 7 yr old grandson would love one. I like you on Facebook.
Anne Marie says
great bags.
Tamra says
LOVE the concept behind these bags! And the bags are delightful, too!
Nicole-Lynn says
I like Mamoo Kids on FB (Nicole B.)
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Nicole-Lynn says
Oh how nice! What great little bags. Thanks for the opportunity!
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maryann moyer says
liked them on facebook; would love one for my 8 yr. old granddaughter who loves day hiking with her dad. they just did 2 miles into “the narrows” in Zion National Park last week.
Mattie says
Guess it should be in a separate comment about the fb like. 😉
Mattie says
Liked them on FB and love the bags. Charming and so useful.
Sheila says
Lovely! Thanks!
Danette says
Beautiful bags and such a great, simple story.
Beth Ann says
Love these bags!
Camille says
What a fun gift! With 6 kids I can always use a good bag to carry our stuff in.
ginger g. says
I like them on Facebook as well!
ginger g. says
I love those! How cute!
Beth M. says
These are beautiful bags. Love them.
Alice R. says
These bags are wonderful! Thank you for the chance to win one, and for letting me know about a lovely, new to me, shop!
Hope says
Simple, classic style. Love these bags!
Jennifer says
I posted the link on my Facebook. Love the opportunity to support a homegrown business like yours! I wish all the best success!
Lori says
Touching story -I’m stealing this idea.
Heather says
So, so cute! And they look durable too!
Erin Ellis says
I like Mamoo on Facebook (Erin Ellis)
Erin
fairyfractal at gmail dot com
Erin Ellis says
These are exactly the kind of bags I have been looking for for my girls. Sweet, modern, and timeless. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
Erin
fairyfractal at gmail dot com
mary says
Charming and useful bags
mary says
The bags are charming!
mnpglass says
Good lookin bags, can always put a good bag to use!
Robin says
WOW!! What a great creator!! These are so fun.
forestfire says
Love them!!! Many thanks
yvette says
With 9 little ones I would to have one for each to fill but I have one little girl of mine that I know would fill it up with lots of joyful things.
Patty says
I liked Facebook. Thanks!
Patty says
Great story! The bags are adorable. My son likes the blue car.
Melissa Marie says
The bags are beautiful! I love the red bag! 🙂