Anchored East | Diaper Bag

If you are a new mom looking for your first diaper bag to put on your registry, or you are a seasoned mom needing to replace your old one that is falling apart, this is an amazing option!  Anchored East has created a functional yet fashionable bag that can work for any mom and for any occasion! As a backpack style, it is perfect for busy moms on the go and for chasing after your little ones as they run around.  The interior has space for everything you need for baby and there are even a few spots perfect to keep your personal items!  As a mom, I love being able to support other mom owned businesses, so read on for a behind the scenes look at this adorable diaper bag and the woman who made it happen.  If I have already sold you and you just can’t wait to have this bag for your next day out of the house you can grab it right here!IMG_5992-2.jpg

THERE IS MORE TO MAINE

The Anchored East Company is based out of Maine, bringing to mind sailboats and New England style lighthouses scattered along a rocky shoreline.  The name itself is a blend of th classic nautical theme and the feel of being at home on the east coast.  The founder and owner of Anchored East, Emily, was born and raised in the state and still lives there today with her husband and two children.  She began the company after her second child was born, wanting to expand professionally as well as contribute to her family’s finances.  This is something I believe many full time moms can relate to, myself included.  And since she is able to run the business remotely, thanks to the flexibility of the internet, she still gets to spend her days with her children while continuing to build and grow her business.

The birth of the company occured in June 2017, only after the design was perfected to create the ideal combination of fashion forward and mommy function approval!  As production began, all the final details needed to launch the small business were completed. Emily hopes to add other color options for the bag in the future along with other products to the line.  The diaper bag can be bought from Amazon (Prime members rejoice!) or from a few local boutiques located throughout Maine.  This is great news because with Amazon you can get your 2 day FREE shipping and their customer service PLUS you can put it on your registry!

MOMMY’S BAG OF TRICKS

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When I look at this diaper bag, this is what I think of, because there are so many useful pockets and spots to put stuff!  I don’t know about you, but I stressed way too much over picking out my first diaper bag when I was still pregnant but if I had seen this one it would have been a much easier decision!  The color, a nice neutral gray (I seriously love me some neutrals) even makes it easy for Dad to carry too!  They say parenting is a team effort, why would that not also refer to the diaper bag, right?  The material is waterproof/juice-proof/spit up-proof basically all things messy proof which is a must for a bag like this.  This is consistent on the interior of the bag as well, which is large and spacious with room for pretty much anything you can think of! This includes, an insulated slot to put a bottle of breastmilk or formula, for a day trip or just running some errands, as well as 3 other pouches and one zipper pocket.

Some of my favorite features are on the exterior of the bag, besides the color and material.  On one side, there is a pouch to put a packet of baby wipes with a zipper for incredibly easy access, which has already come in handy on numerous occasions!  On the other side is a pouch perfect for your personal water bottle of any size.  The front has a pocket that is great for anything you need to grab nice and quick- pacifiers, favorite teether or snacks- or even your own personal items – wallet, keys, and chapstick.  And the last pocket on the exterior of the bag is actually on the back, putting it between your back and the bag when worn.  This is for anything you want to keep safe or out of reach, and there is padding to protect your back from anything you put in there.

Like I have already mentioned, this is a backpack style bag, but what I haven’t mentioned is that it can stand alone when you set it down.  You see, it has four little metal feet on the very bottom which allow it to stay upright every single time you set it down.  This is such a great feature especially for when you need to get into the main section of the bag.  It’s ability to support itself makes for easy access to all the pockets and also keeps things from falling out.  Last but not least, it includes adjustable clips that can be used to attach the bag to just about any stroller and/or shopping cart.  This bag basically has every single one of the best diaper bag features for a fraction of the cost without having to sacrifice on style.  And what makes it even better, is it doesn’t have to be used as a diaper bag! With it’s sleek design and versatility in can be used for almost anything you need a bag for!  So if you are just dying to have this adorable bag all to yourself you can head on over to Amazon to get your very own Anchored East diaper bag!

 

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This ‘Spotlight Article’ was sponsored by Anchored East however, all suggestions and opinions are my own. I do not represent or endorse any business I do not feel deserves praise or would not be of interest to my readers.  Supporting small businesses is my passion and helping them grow is my goal!

 

InStitches Embroidery & More

Are you looking to get jackets made for your kid’s sports team, or maybe group t-shirts for a bachelorette party?  InStitches Embroidery & More should be your first stop to fulfill all of your personalized clothing or graphic design needs.

HARD WORK FOREVER PAYS

In a quaint little town in rural Vermont you will find a woman burning the midnight oil as she combines colors and switches screens on her machines.  You might hear the tick tick of the embroidery machines running in the background as camo hats are turned into personalized uniforms for a local company.   The impeccable design style combined with beautiful color creations set this company next to some of the best in the industry.  It can be hard to succeed as a small-business in a small town, but the fact that this town and the surrounding area has supported and returned to this company for all of its personalized clothing and advertising needs speaks volumes.

InStitches Embroidery & More is a woman owned custom apparel and design company run by Kayla Bessette based out of Bristol, Vermont.  She purchased the company in February 2017 after being employed for six years as a Graphic Designer and Project Manager.  Looking back at her first year, with her first anniversary approaching, she has acquired several new large clients and has regained the trust of former customers who had previously moved on to different companies.  Positive feedback and loyal returning customers will continue to help this company grow and flourish in the years to come.

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PRODUCTS FOR ALL 

Her products range from custom embroidery and screen printing on clothing and hats to graphic design and promotional advertisements.   Every single one of her products are professional looking and of the highest quality.  At InStitches, the customer’s vision comes to life in a personalized custom product and brand to promote their business or event.  If the product cannot be produced on the premise by Kayla, she will happily find the best option to outsource any project.  She is dedicated to her clientele and has even driven two hours to buy shirts from a retailer for twice the price, because her wholesale supplier fell through, but the client needed the products that weekend.  This type of customer service and commitment to her craft is what will continue to help InStitches thrive and be successful.

InStitches, with Kayla at the helm, is a crucial part of the local community and even donates items to charities for good causes. She works with the Three Day Stampede, a yearly fundraiser to raise money towards finding the cure for Cystic Fibrosis.  She creates a new featured design each year and all of the proceeds are donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, seaking to find the cure.  She has also coordinated with the Vermont Air National Guard to make t-shirts for the organization.  Although the company is based in Vermont, InStitches is willing and capable of working with customers from anywhere to design your perfect product which will be shipped directly to you.  To start your order today you can contact InStitches at institches@gmavt.net or visit her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/InstitchesVT/?pnref=lhc.

 

THE CHARITY OBJECTIVE

Stay tuned for more on the Three Day Stampede Toward the Cure for Cystic Fibrosis in my ‘Create Good Karma’ section.  In the meantime, you can check out these links below to learn more about the disease and the way a small community has come together to battle it.

http://threedaystampede.org/

https://www.facebook.com/threedaystampede/

www.cff.org

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