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Memorial Day Weekend Recipes and Casseroles

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Mixed Bag Designs Memorial Day Recipe ideas

With Memorial Day around the corner, we thought we would share some fun summer picnic recipes that are perfect for a weekend picnic or family gathering. To keep foods fresh for longer, keep them in one of our stylish insulated coolers. Made by Mixed Bag Designs, they’re a lightweight, eco-friendly alternative to traditional coolers  and are perfect for your picnic this Memorial Day Weekend.

Navy Geo Cooler by Mixed Bag Designs

Grilled Veggie and Hummus Wraps by MyRecipes

Radish Salad by Country Living

Nectarine and Berry Salad by RecipeFinder

Strawberry Hand Pies by Country Living

Be sure to also check out our insulated casserole totes. They’re perfect for the beach, tailgating parties, and summer family BBQs.  Have a Happy Holiday Weekend!

Insulated Casseroles - Memorial Day PIcnics Mixed Bag Designs

Cute Spring Travel Outtfit – Just add a Reusable Bag!

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Mixed Bag Designs Spring outfitWith Spring in full swing and Summer just around the corner, we’ve put together a fun, refreshing outfit for the weekend getaway. We added a touch of our eco-friendly style with our hip weekender tote in flower swirl. Our eco-friendly totes are stylish, and are sure to go great with your Spring wardrobe for every occasion.

Flower Swirl Weekender Tote Mixed Bag Designs
‘Broome street’ Denim Capri Pants by Kate Spade NY Nordstrom
Basic White Blouse Old Navy
Black and Silver Buckle The Buckle
Adara White Slingback Sandals Trendy Shoe Shop
White sunglasses Marc Jacobs
Floral Clip Set Wanelo

Eco-Friendly Wardrobe Tips: Don’t Forget a Reusable Bag

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Mixed Bag Designs Wardrobe and Reusable Bags

Using stylish reusable totes by Mixed Bag Designs is one way to make your wardrobe more green, but how can you be more eco-conscious when it comes to the rest of your wardrobe? Unfortunately, sometimes our wardrobe choices and the clothing manufacturers we use can have a negative impact on our planet. Going green is easier than you might think….just consider these tips that are environmentally friendly and don’t make you sacrifice your sense of fashion or individuality. If you follow a few of these wardrobe tips and remember your reusable bags, you’ll realize that looking great and being kind to the earth has never been so easy!

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Great Ideas for a Reusable Bag Fundraiser at School

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Go Green School Fundraiser Lesson PlansWe believe that school fundraisers that use our reusable bags will have great success due to the winning combo of our best-selling products and our dedicated sales team who works with each fundraiser chair to make the most of their fundraiser. There are helpful resources fundraiser chairs can use to help boost those sales.

One of the most successful strategies has been incorporating the fundraiser into a school-wide lesson plan about instituting healthy habits and new attitudes about going green. Kick off the school year with a new going green initiative and use our reusable bag fundraiser as your first fundraiser of the year. Not only will you be able to raise extra funds, you’ll also make a positive change at your school! Here are a couple easy-to-use lessons to kick-start a going green campaign at your school:

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Mother’s Day Weekend Brunch Outfit with A Cute Lunch Tote

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Mother's Day Brunch-Mixed Bag Designs style

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend!!! Check out this fun brunch outfit–Mixed Bag Designs style! We put this together for a fun day on the town. This Mother’s Day, go celebrate by taking your mom to brunch, or borrow this healthy chicken and chutney wrap recipe and pack it to go in one of our adorable lunch totes. It’s a versatile, eco-friendly solution for all your homemade meals on the go! Replace those plastic and paper bags with a stylish reusable tote that will save the environment and get tons of compliments!

  • Grilled chicken, aged cheddar, and chutney wrap by Health 411
  • Coral lace dress by Ava
  • Vintage sleeveless jacket by Moto
  • Brown infinity scarf on Etsy

Weekend Picnic Ideas with a Cute Mixed Bag Reusable Bag

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Mixed Bag Designs Picnic in the Park

Summer is here! Take advantage of the weekend and throw a picnic in the park or in your own backyard. Don’t forget your eco-friendly cooler by Mixed Bag Designs shown here in Navy Geo to keep your picnic fresh. For the ultimate picnic plan, here are a couple healthy recipes plus a cute picnic outfit in case you’re looking for inspiration. Enjoy! Happy Weekend!

Keemia Roxanne dress Sunday Brunch
Navy Jacket Ralph Lauren
Cream Chunky Platfrom Wedge Heel OhBBK
Recipes featured:
White Bean and Tomato Salad Foodista Pepper Chicken Live to Eat
Cloth Picnic Napkins Etsy

Top 5 Mother’s Day DIY Gifts Ideas

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Top 5 DIY Mother's Day Gifts 2013 - Mixed Bag Designs

Mother’s Day doesn’t have to involve buying expensive gifts; Moms love gifts made by their children and cherish them! Any of these craft projects can be hand-delivered by Mom’s little ones in a decorative reusable bag from Mixed Bag Designs. We have lots of Spring prints perfect for Mom, and it’s a gift she can use again and again! For those looking for some simple, thoughtful gifts that can be made at home, check out these top 5 DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas.  Continue reading →