Creative Gift Ideas – How to Style Our Tote Bags as Thoughtful, Artful Presents
Tote bags aren’t just for carrying your essentials — they also make unforgettable gifts, especially when they’re hand-painted and artfully embellished. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, hosting a gathering, or just want to surprise someone special, our tote bags double as both a gift and the gift wrap.
Here are some fun and creative ways to turn our totes into themed gift bundles:
🐾 For the Friend With a New Dog
Bag: Abstract Dog Tote Bag
Welcome a new pup with a gift that’s both adorable and practical. Fill the tote with:
- A stylish collar and leash set
- Poop bags in a cute dispenser
- A couple of fun, squeaky toys
- A bag of training treats
Optional add-ons:
Food and water bowls, a grooming brush, a puzzle toy, or a beginner’s dog training book.
🌴 For a Girls Trip or Beach Vacation
Bag: Girlfriends at the Beach Tote Bag
Set the mood for a girls getaway with a bag full of fun-in-the-sun essentials:
- A colorful beach towel
- Sunscreen
- A beach read or vacation journal
Optional add-ons:
Reusable water bottle, sunglasses, snacks, bath bombs, nail polish, sheet masks, or a compact travel game.
🍷 For a Winery Day With Friends
Bag: Wine For Two Tote Bag
Perfect for the wine lover in your life. Style it like a picnic basket and include:
- A winery map or tasting pass
- A small cheese board
- Crackers, nuts, and dried fruit
- A wine journal for tasting notes
Optional add-ons:
A corkscrew, wine charms, or a cozy blanket for lounging under the vines.
👑 For a Birthday Fit for Royalty
Bag: Crown Tote Bag
Turn a birthday gift into a pampering experience:
- Essential oils
- Bath bombs
- Face and eye masks
- Body lotion
Optional add-ons:
Candles, fuzzy slippers, hand and foot cream, a journal with a pretty pen, herbal teas, or favorite treats.
💍 For a Bachelorette Party Favor
Bag: Yes to the Dress Tote Bag
Give the bride tribe something fun and functional:
- Mini “hangover kit” with Advil, gum, Emergen-C, and Propel
- Sleep mask or under-eye patches
- Personalized tumbler or champagne flute
Optional add-ons:
Custom T-shirts, temporary tattoos, cute snacks, hair accessories, or engraved keychains.
🍞 For a Thoughtful Hostess Gift
Bag: Cornucopia Tote Bag
Thank your host with a gift that’s beautiful and delicious:
- A nice bottle of wine
- A rustic loaf of bread
- Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a spice blend
Optional add-ons:
A pretty tea towel, a candle, artisan napkins, or a set of coasters.
Wrap It With Heart
The beauty of gifting with our totes is that the bag itself becomes a part of the present — one they can use again and again. Don’t forget to tuck in some bright tissue paper for that perfect finishing touch (we’ll be showing some of our favorites in the photos throughout this post).
Whether you're gifting to a dog lover, a beachgoer, a wine enthusiast, or a soon-to-be bride, we hope these ideas spark inspiration and make your next gift-giving moment even more meaningful.
Let us know your favorite gift combo — or tag us if you’ve styled a tote your way!
Warmly,
Dana