So you’ve gotten your vacation inspiration, chosen your destination, downloaded all the appropriate travel apps and even bought new luggage. Looks like you’re all set for your vacay, minus one very important piece: a luggage tag. Use a fun, bright tag to help your bag stand out in baggage claim and lead you back to your suitcase should it ever get lost. And while there are plenty of tags out there to buy, we always prefer the DIY route. So we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites to get you inspired. Bon voyage!
1. Vintage: Looking for a tag that stands out and is easy to spot? This tag does just that and lets you make use of an extra scrap paper at the same time. (via Maggie Holmes Design)
2. Leather + Pom Pom: This tag packs the leather punch we love with an added bonus: pom poms. (via Sugar & Cloth)
3. Polka Dot: This DIY comes together in a snap because it’s a simple upgrade to the basic, boring tag you’ve probably already got laying around the house. And how cute are those polka dots? (via Lovely Indeed)
4. Leather + Travel Quote: You won’t find a more timeless look than a classic leather tag. Personalize it with an inspirational quote that will travel with you. (via Eclectic Trends)
5. Scrapbook: Use those extra scrapbook goodies to DIY yourself a unique and oh-so-colorful tag. (via Tater Tots and Jello)
6. Monogrammed: It’s no secret we’re big fans of all things monogrammed, and this tag ensures your bag stands out from the rest. (via Ginger Snap Crafts)
7. Colorful Leather: Follow these step-by-step instructions to create a one-of-a-kind leather tag that looks store bought. (via Home Depot)
8. Watercolor: This free printable gives you just what you need to make a stellar watercolor luggage tag that’s totally on trend. (via Design*Sponge)
9. Geometric: The geometric trend is huge right now, so there’s no better time to hop on board and purchase this DIY leather tag kit to show your luggage some geo love. (via Maker Crate)
10. Fabric: Looking for a way to use up that scrap fabric? Create these fab luggage tags for all those future vacations. Resourcefulness FTW! (via Twirling Betty)
11. World Traveler: A really sweet suitcase calls for a stand-out tag. Outfit your luggage with this vintage pick and you’ll be itching for your next stylish vacay. (via One Charming Party)
How do you identify your luggage? We’d love to hear about your favorite travel DIYs below!
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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