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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we want to make sure you know: LAGA IS HAVING A SPECIAL PROMOTION!

We’re starting the celebrations EARLY, so be on the lookout for our amazing Laga Specials starting TODAY! We will be giving you lots of wonderful gift ideas over the next week. Please be sure to CLICK HERE to sign up and receive our emails so you don’t miss out!
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We had such a great time at MQX New England for our first time, but there’s no time to waste so we made our way down two days later to to set up for the biggest and best quilt show in the East: AQS QuiltWeek Paducah!  And, of course, that’s the reason you will find Laga Handbags here!!!

Please don’t look for us in the Pavilion – we are no longer there! Because OUR. LAGA BOOTH. HAS. MOVED.
This year, Laga Handbags can be found in the Expo Center in booth 1109! And if you have a difficult time finding us, we have an ad in the Show Book. Be sure to refer to that ad because you will receive 10% off if you do… and we are also participating in “I Am AQS” so AQS members get an additional 10% off!!
We are so excited to see you! COME FIND US!!!

AQS QuiltWeek Paducah
Schroeder Expo Center
Laga booth #1109
315 Park Avenue
Paducah, Kentucky 42001

Preview is TONIGHT!
Tue, April 17 – 7pm to 9pm

Wed, April 18 – 9am to 6pm
Thu, April 19 – 9am to 6pm
Fri, April 20 – 9am to 6pm
Sat, April 21 – 9am to 4pm

For more show information, click here

What a wonderful time to visit Paducah! Quilters and others alike will also enjoy visiting The National Quilt Museum, take a stroll along the river to enjoy the flood wall murals “Wall to Wall Murals,” and maybe even get a glimpse of the Mississippi Queen River Boat as it sails by. Oh, and don’t forget A Night with Ricky Tims (musician and quilter) at the Carson Center on April 20th!

What make this time of year in Paducah so special to me is the beautiful Dogwood trees that are in full bloom. Oh. My. Goodness. What a spectacular sight! Last year, the City of Paducah led a 10-mile lighted tour and it was absolutely breath-taking! This year the tour ends before AQS QuiltWeek Paducah begins (April 1-15), so if you are in town before the quilt show starts, it is definitely worth taking! In any case, you can always get a map and drive your car for a self-guided tour. You will definitely not be disappointed! https://www.paducah.travel/dogwoodtrail/

As far as dining goes, Paducah does not disappoint in their variety of restaurants and eateries.

Some of our faves are Flamingo Row (ask for Crash because she’s the best!) , Tribeca known for its amazing Mexican cuisine, Kirchhoff’s Bakery which is open mainly for breakfast and lunch and features highly recommended Weekly Specials, and don’t miss JP’s Bar & Grill (same owners as Tribeca) which has live music and features Happy Hour from 5-7pm every day.

And don’t forget about the amazing shopping opportunities all around town! Paducah is definitely not to be missed if you’re a quilter! But even if you’re not (like me), it is truly adorable and such a quaint place to visit.

We, at Laga Handbags, would be so pleased to have you come visit us in Paducah to attend this fabulous show and to help support us as we endeavor to continue our work with and for our beautiful and talented artisans in Aceh. When you do, please mention our LAGA HANDBAGS BLOG and our Free Gift offer exclusively for those of you who are on our email list!

CLICK HERE to go to our website!

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Damai “peace” has steadily been our most popular Laga handbag over the last ten years. She continues to be popular no matter the season.

Damai features two exterior pockets (which may be one of the biggest reasons she is so popular), one on each side. Strong rolled and beautifully embroidered handles, silver-tone hardware and unique Acehnese embroidery patterns in Laga signature style. Embroidered handles are made to be worn gently on your arm. Nylon-polyester material and thread. Stain and water resistant. Comes in a variety of color combinations. Onlookers will be sure to notice this stunning handbag and will certainly make you the envy of all.

You cannot go wrong with Damai!

Dimensions: 6.5″H x 10.75″L x 5″W | Strap Drop Length: 6″

popular color combinations:

Brown/Red/Cream ~ Black/Red/Yellow ~ Silver/Pink

BUY DAMAI NOW

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**Laga Handbags gives all of its profits back to the skilled and talented artisans who make all of our handbags and accessories. We use no animal products. We do no animal testing. Our mission is to provide education through training, empowering women to become productive citizens within their community.

When you know where something comes from, and who made it, that something becomes more meaningful. More valuable. And it can encourage you to be thoughtful in how you use it. We feel that sentiment and care should be extended to the people we work with and for. So we strive to ensure you that we support human rights, social justice, uphold ethical and fair trade systems. And we offer fair wages and safe working conditions. Everyone deserves to be treated with integrity. We believe that when products are made with integrity, we can change the world.

We believe that when we do it all with love, we can make life better for everyone.

Our hope is that you will be compelled to come alongside to support our work with and for the tsunami survivors we serve.

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Fun Fact:
Facebook, Skype and Twitter are all banned in China

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Besar pronounced “beh-SAHR,” means “great” and is met with “oohs” and “ahhhs” everywhere she goes. Zippers extending down both sides make this handbag easy to open. Embroidered straps rest comfortably and gently on your arm. Silver-tone metal rings on the side are there for the detachable strap comes with Silver-tone metal rings on the side are for our matching straps and allows Besar to be carried as a cross body.

Interior features:
Zippered pocket
Cell phone pouch
Open pocket

Exterior features:
Double zipper closure
Embroidered flap with magnetic closure
Metal feet on bottom to protect the beautiful embroidery and for added stability

Dimensions: 8″H x 13″L x 6.5″ | Strap Drop Length: 4”

popular color combinations:

Blue/Cream ~ Brown/Cream ~ Brown/Red/Cream ~ Blue/Red/White ~ Black/Red/Yellow

BUY BESAR NOW by calling 888.524.LAGA.BAG (524.2224) and get 30% off any color combination currently in stock. March 5 thru March 8, 2018.

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Fun Fact:
You cannot snore and dream at the same time

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Pagi large “morning” is much more roomy than it appears. Double zippered entry gives you easy access. Flat handles lay comfortably over the shoulder.

Inside you will find an open pocket, a zippered pocket, cell phone pouch and pen holder. Luxurious synthetic silk-satin lining is a beautiful finishing touch to this very popular Laga Handbag. Pagi large‘s intricate embroidery makes a statement that’s sure to capture the eye of fashionistas everywhere.

“Dimensions: 8″H x 11.5″L x 4″W | Strap Drop Length: 14”

POPULAR COLOR COMBINATIONS:

Black/Brown ~ Black/Red/Yellow ~ Brown/Red/Cream

BUY PAGI LARGE NOW

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**Laga Handbags gives all of its profits back to the skilled and talented artisans who make all of our handbags and accessories. We use no animal products. We do no animal testing. Our mission is to provide education through training, empowering women to become productive citizens within their community.

When you know where something comes from, and who made it, that something becomes more meaningful. More valuable. And it can encourage you to be thoughtful in how you use it. We feel that sentiment and care should be extended to the people we work with and for. So we strive to ensure you that we support human rights, social justice, uphold ethical and fair trade systems. And we offer fair wages and safe working conditions. Everyone deserves to be treated with integrity. We believe that when products are made with integrity, we can change the world.

We believe that when we do it all with love, we can make life better for everyone.

Our hope is that you will be compelled to come alongside to support our work with and for the tsunami survivors we serve.

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Harapan, which means “hope,” has quickly become one of our most popular handbags. She comes in three sizes and each has risen in popularity due to its own merit.

There’s an amazing amount of room in the small version of this beautiful Laga bag. Pronounced “HAH-rah-pahn,” expect the same stunning embroidery, in our signature Laga style. Even check out the bottom!

Interior:
Open pocket
Zippered pocket
Cell phone pouch
Pen holder

Exterior:
Double zipper entry
Intricate embroidery
Nylon-polyester material and thread
Metal feet on bottom to protect embroidery

Harapan Small also has beautiful but sturdy embroidered handles which fit very comfortably over the shoulder.

Dimensions: 8″H x 13″L x 6″W | Strap Drop Length: 13″

popular color combinations:

Black/Brown ~ Black/Grey ~ Burgundy/Black ~ Blue/Black ~ Brown/Cream

BUY HARAPAN SMALL NOW

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Harapan medium is also uber popular. A larger variety of the small, this beauty also comes with interior pockets (one open, one zip) and a cell phone pouch and is even roomier than its counterpart. She holds all of your daily necessities and more! Carry her all day, every day. And soak in all the compliments you’ll get!

Harapan Medium handles are a versatile length which can be arm-carried or worn comfortably over the shoulder.

Dimensions: 11.5″H x 14.5″L x 7″W | Strap Drop Length: 8.5″

popular color combinations:

Black/Red/Yellow ~ Burgundy/Black ~ Brown/Cream ~ Brown/Red/Cream

BUY HARAPAN MEDIUM NOW

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Harapan large in the largest size in this style and yet another very popular Laga handbag. As with the Small and Medium, her interior features open and zip  pockets and a cell phone pouch. Harapan Large is the roomiest of all its counterparts and exhibits the same stunning embroidery as all of our Laga handbags, including the bottom which has silver tone metal feet to protect it. Carry your laptop and all your business materials, or use it as a tote to the beach. She will never disappoint.

Dimensions: 12″H x 17″L x 8″W | Strap Drop Length: 8.5″

popular color combinations:

Burgundy/Black ~ Blue/Black ~ Burgundy/Cream

BUY HARAPAN LARGE NOW

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