About the Brand
About
Sea Bags is a brand that specializes in creating bags and accessories handmade from recycled sail cloth. They are known for their durable and high-quality products, such as totes, travel bags, and home goods. Sea Bags is committed to sustainability and supporting causes that align with their values, and all of their products are made in the USA -- specifically on the working waterfront of Maine.
Sea Bags was founded in 1999, and to-date has helped keep more than 1.5 million pounds of sails out of landfills. Sea Bags was founded on 3 pillars: creating jobs, being green in product and practice, and giving back to its community. Today, Sea Bags has 50 retail stores from Maine down to Florida and across the U.S. along the Great Lakes and as far west as California.
Founding Story
Sea Bags started as a local business selling bags on Portland, Maine's Custom House Wharf in 1999. Sea Bags was incorporated in 2006, which is also when the brand started selling via e-commerce and to a few gift shops wholesale. In 2008, Sea Bags opened its second retail store. Today, Sea Bags has 50 stores from New England to Florida to the Great Lakes! Everything is still hand made in Maine.
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Team & Experts
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Sea Bags was founded in 2006 on the principles of being green in product and practice, being made in Maine, and acting as good stewards to our community and state. Sea Bags has employed over 200 people, many of whom Beth mentored and have gone on to run their own companies. Today, Sea Bags has 50 stores, a robust online business, and hundreds of wholesale accounts including Life Is Good and Ralph Lauren - along with a newly-licensed NFL collection.
As Sea Bags continues to grow, Beth remains focused on the core mission of the company: being sustainable in product and process, becoming a best-in-class employer, and keeping production local.
Beth also serves on the boards for the Maine State Chamber of Commerce and serves as Board Chair for the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. She co-founded the Maine Textile Consortium, actively mentors start-ups, and has been named a Woman to Watch by Maine Biz.
Press Coverage
BANGOR DAILY NEWS
Jul 20, 2026
Belfast downtown landmark for sale for $1.75M
The property currently houses a *Sea Bags* store and, in the small detached building, The Selkie's Pearl, a shop selling zines, comics and clothing.
GREEN LIVING MAGAZINE
Jul 20, 2026
Cool Outrageous Stuff – July 2026
The iconic glasses, which traveled to the moon with Apollo 11 astronauts, are built to provide you with the same protection and style for trips across the globe. aoeyewear.com Sea Bags Tote Bags Sea Bags aren't like other bags....
KENNEBEC JOURNAL
Jul 7, 2026
Belle of Belgrade tour bus service takes off for 'experiences,' not just visits
Coming up, they have a "wick and wander experience" scheduled where the bus will go to Sea Love in Freeport and visit Sea Bags, then Mothertree....
TRULYEXPATTRAVEL.COM
Jul 4, 2026
9 Best Things to Do in Portland, Maine (2026 Guide)
On Custom House Wharf, tucked between the fishing boats and lobster crates, is Sea Bags—a shop that makes totes and accessories out of genuinely recycled sails. You can watch the bags being sewn on-site, and every single one is one-of-a-kind since no two sails are the same.
TRULYEXPATTRAVEL.COM
Jul 4, 2026
4 Days in Portland, Maine: My Honest Itinerary
Down on Custom House Wharf, right among the fishing boats, I stopped into *Sea Bags*, a shop that makes totes and accessories out of genuinely recycled sails. You can watch them being sewn on-site, and since no two sails are alike, every bag is one of a kind.
ADELE HORIN BLOGS
Jun 28, 2026
Sea Bags Review : Turning Recycled Sails into Timeless Coastal Accessories
What Makes Sea Bags Unique? The hallmark of Sea Bags is its unwavering commitment to sustainability. Each bag is crafted from recycled sailcloth, rendering every product environmentally friendly and unique.
YAHOO (CURRENTLY)
May 4, 2026
Palm Beach retailers tout another season of robust sales
YAHOO (CURRENTLY)
May 4, 2026
Business booms in Palm Beach for the 2025-26 season
SGN MAGAZINE
May 3, 2026
Bring it home
NBC NEWS
Apr 5, 2026
here’s what she’s doing next
NBC NEWS
Apr 5, 2026
here’s what she’s doing next
THE HUNT MAGAZINE
Apr 5, 2026
6 Stylish Bags for Jaunts Around the Brandywine Valley
CONSUMER QUEEN
Mar 27, 2026
Spring Refresh Guide: Fresh Finds for the Season
CONSUMER QUEEN
Mar 27, 2026
Spring Refresh Guide: Fresh Finds for the Season
CONSUMER QUEEN
Mar 27, 2026
Spring Refresh Guide: Fresh Finds for the Season
CONSUMER QUEEN
Mar 27, 2026
Spring Refresh Guide: Fresh Finds for the Season
CW39 HOUSTON
Mar 24, 2026
BestReviews: Spring cleaning + home décor finds to refresh your home
Spring cleaning doesn’t just mean scrubbing and organizing — it can also be the perfect excuse to refresh your home with easy upgrades and stylish décor. If you’re ready for a seasonal reset, these BestReviews spring picks bring the perfect mix of function, beauty, and fresh energy into any space.
DOCKWALK
Mar 19, 2026
How to Build a Thoughtful Guest Welcome Package
When guests first step aboard, every detail communicates the level of care they can expect throughout their trip. A thoughtfully prepared welcome package not only offers comfort and convenience but also sets the tone. It is more than a bundle of items; it’s a signal the crew has anticipated guest needs before they arise.
KETK-TV (TYLER, TX)
Mar 19, 2026
Spring cleaning essentials and home refresh items
Spring has sprung, but spring cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore. It’s an opportunity to refresh the whole look of your home! BestReviews sent us a spring cleaning box with some gorgeous decor and some powerful cleaners to make it feel like your whole house has blossomed! Right now, Amazon is holding its spring sale that has discounts of up to 40 percent off on more than 35 categories. Here are some of BestReviews top picks for spring cleaning essentials and home refresh items.
DOCKWALK
Mar 19, 2026
How to Build a Thoughtful Guest Welcome Package
DOCKWALK
Mar 19, 2026
How to Build a Thoughtful Guest Welcome Package
FAMILY TRAVEL WITH COLLEEN KELLY
Mar 18, 2026
2026 Springtime Gift Guide for Active Families
FAMILY TRAVEL WITH COLLEEN KELLY
Mar 18, 2026
2026 Springtime Gift Guide for Active Families
FAMILY TRAVEL WITH COLLEEN KELLY
Mar 18, 2026
2026 Springtime Gift Guide for Active Families
MYSTATELINE.COM
Mar 16, 2026
Besties, Let’s Get Spring Cleaning!
Tonight, on Instachat, we’re talking about our latest Bestie Box that’s all about spring cleaning!
DAILY MOM
Mar 14, 2026
The Best Non-Candy Ideas for Easter Baskets — Fun No-Candy Easter Basket Ideas, Fillers, and Gifts for Kids
If you’re looking for non-candy ideas for easter baskets this year, you are in the right place. Whether you’re tired of the sugar rush that follows every chocolate easter haul, trying to skip the junk, or simply searching for non-candy options that kids will love just as much as a bag of jellybeans, this list of easter basket filler ideas has you covered. From colorful outdoor fun finds and unique easter surprises to weighted stuffed animals, fun activity alert-worthy kits, and real dollar-stretching gift ideas, we’ve rounded up 30 non-candy easter basket ideas that work for kids of all ages — toddlers, older kids, and everyone in between. Besides candy, there are so many non-candy items and alternate easter treat options that are perfect for any age, and we’re here to prove it. So before the easter bunny’s big night arrives, crack open this guide and get ready to fill their baskets with something way better than sugar. No cheap plastic easter eggs stuffed with junk, no sugar crashes, no regrets — just genuinely fun, creative, no-candy easter basket ideas and basket fillers that kids will actually use and love. Whether you’re shopping for class parties, gift baskets, or simply want to explore non-candy options, this free resource covers filler ideas for every budget, every kid, and every style of easter celebration.
HUFFING POST
Mar 14, 2026
TikTok
HUFFING POST
Mar 14, 2026
TikTok
CAPE GAZETTE
Mar 13, 2026
Sea Bags - when sailing and golf go together
Some companies talk a good game about recycling and other environmentally friendly business policies. Others put recycling at the heart of what they do. Sea Bags is one of them.
CAPE GAZETTE
Mar 13, 2026
Sea Bags - when sailing and golf go together
CAPE GAZETTE
Mar 13, 2026
Sea Bags - when sailing and golf go together
FOX23
Mar 3, 2026
Owners of Custom House Wharf in Portland hope to have repairs done by summer
The owners of the Custom House Wharf in downtown Portland hope to have repairs and construction done by the summer.
THE PORTLAND PRESS HERALD
Mar 2, 2026
Owners of Portland’s Custom House Wharf set ambitious rebuild timeline
Overwhelming support for the fishermen and businesses impacted by a devastating fire in December is helping to fast-track work to stand up new buildings by this summer.
THE PORTLAND PRESS HERALD
Mar 2, 2026
Owners of Portland’s Custom House Wharf set ambitious rebuild timeline
Overwhelming support for the fishermen and businesses impacted by a devastating fire in December is helping to fast-track work to stand up new buildings by this summer.
NEW YORK LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
Feb 28, 2026
MANIFESTING SPRING’S VERDANT HUES
Green grass is starting to show through the mud battered snow, a sign that spring is around the corner. Admittedly, March is my least favorite month with its all-over-the-place forecasts that swing like a pendulum between winter and spring. I find myself craving fresh asparagus and the smell of fresh cut grass. So, this month, I’m manifesting green in every imaginable shade—from St. Paddy’s Day cocktails to pistachio-hued Dutch ovens and the perfect travel sneaker for men—in a versatile moss color. In the meantime, keep your binoculars nearby. The birds that flew south are meandering back to help us usher in warmer weather.
NEW YORK LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
Feb 28, 2026
New York Lifestyles Magazine
NEW YORK LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
Feb 28, 2026
New York Lifestyles Magazine
BEAUTY NEWS NYC OFFICIAL
Feb 26, 2026
A Lucky Tote for St. Patrick’s Day
Embrace St. Patrick’s Day all month long with Sea Bags’ Four Leaf Clover Large Tote. This cute, festive bag offers everyday practicality and truly thoughtful craftsmanship in one standout accessory that you can use long after March 17.
HUFFING POST
Feb 26, 2026
These 20 Amazon Products Were Bestsellers Last Month — And You'll Notice A
HUFFING POST
Feb 26, 2026
These 20 Amazon Products Were Bestsellers Last Month — And You'll Notice A
YAHOO CREATORS
Feb 11, 2026
53 Romantic and Elevated Valentine's Day Gifts for Her
A carefully selected edit of chic and memorable gifts for every style and budget.
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Feb 9, 2026
Should Own in 2026, From $18
YAHOO CREATORS
Feb 9, 2026
53 Romantic and Elevated Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Feb 5, 2026
I Take 100+ Flights a Year—Here Are the 50 Luggage Pieces Every Traveler Should Own in 2026, From $18
Great luggage exists at every price—and these picks prove it.
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Feb 5, 2026
I Take 100+ Flights a Year—Here Are the 50 Luggage Pieces Every Traveler
MEETINGS + EVENTS MAGAZINE
Feb 4, 2026
There’s So Much to Love When You Meet in Portland, Maine
Wow attendees with award-winning dining, private boat charters, and more in Maine’s largest seaside hub
PURE WANDER
Jan 8, 2026
What Conscious Travelers Are Really Asking For This Year (It’s Not More Gear)
PURE WANDER
Jan 8, 2026
What Conscious Travelers Are Really Asking For This Year (It’s Not More Gear)
EVERYDAY HEALTH
Dec 1, 2025
Help Him Level Up His Routine With Our Ultimate Healthy Gift Guide for Him
Show the man in your life that you care with a gift that supports his well-being. Whether he is a fitness junkie, is an aspiring (healthy) cook, or simply has expressed a desire to prioritize his health or mental health this year, a holiday gift is a great way to help him achieve his goals.
PURE WANDER
Nov 27, 2025
The 10 Best Eco-Friendly Consumables & Experiences for Conscious Travelers
PURE WANDER
Nov 27, 2025
The 10 Best Eco-Friendly Consumables & Experiences for Conscious Travelers
NEWSDAY
Nov 25, 2025
10 great gifts for grandparents
NEWSDAY
Nov 25, 2025
10 great gifts for grandparents
YAHOO CREATORS
Nov 14, 2025
Festive home essentials that bring all the holiday magic
YAHOO CREATORS
Nov 14, 2025
Festive home essentials that bring all the holiday magic
EVERYDAY HEALTH
Nov 5, 2025
The 37 Best Healthy Gifts for Him in 2025
EVERYDAY HEALTH
Nov 5, 2025
The 37 Best Healthy Gifts for Him in 2025
PETGUIDE.COM
Oct 27, 2025
Accident Proof Your Dog Walks Now with These Simple Leash Accessories
YANKEE MAGAZINE
Oct 27, 2025
Wrap It Up: 2025 New England Holiday Gift Guide
BROBIBLE
Sep 24, 2025
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DAILY MOM
Sep 24, 2025
Your Autumn Style Guide
DAILY MOM
Sep 24, 2025
Fashion Trends Autumn 2025: Fall Fashion & Accessories for the Whole Family— Clothing, Shoes, Handbags & Chic New Looks
Autumn is calling, and this year’s wardrobe refresh isn’t just a seasonal suggestion—it’s practically a public service. Fashion trends autumn 2025 has officially landed, and it’s not here to whisper. From the bold silhouettes stealing the runway spotlight to the cozy-meets-polished vibes dominating street style, this guide breaks down fall 2025’s biggest style moments for the whole crew. We’re talking women’s and men’s clothing that actually makes layering look cool, kids’ outfits that deliver more than just back-to-school basics, pajama sets chic enough to answer the door in, shoes that do the most (for both adults and little feet), and accessories—hello handbags and jewelry—that instantly make you feel like you’ve got your life together.
BROBIBLE
Sep 18, 2025
Trojan Created The G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Trojan). Here's Where You Can Get
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Aug 28, 2025
Season, According to a Local
THE SKIMM
Aug 28, 2025
Peach Crumb Bars, Cleyvis Natera’s “The Grand Paloma Resort,” and Cape May, New Jersey
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Aug 18, 2025
Maine’s Summer Weather Is Unpredictable—Here’s What to Pack for Visits This
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Aug 18, 2025
Maine’s Summer Weather Is Unpredictable—Here’s What to Pack for Visits This Season, According to a Local
APPETITO
May 2, 2024
Mother’s Day Gift Guide With Little Luxuries and More
MAINEBIZ
Jan 7, 2024
Tote Touchdown
Mainebiz announces the launch of the Sea Bags NFL-licensed collection.
FORBES
Dec 14, 2023
11 Great Gifts for National Parks Enthusiasts
Forbes highlights a curated list of the best gifts for the adventure-seeking, national parks lovers, and includes the Sea Bags vintage Mount Desert Island Tote - where Acadia National Park is based.
SAILING WORLD
Oct 30, 2023
The Great Gender Shift
Sailing World editor spotlights the Sea Bags Women's Sailing Team - a competitive, women's J/24 sailing team who are chasing victories across the globe, saving sails from the landfills, and advocating for a more sustainable race.
FOX NEWS
Aug 16, 2023
9 Made in the USA Products for Back to School
Fox spotlighted Sea Bags as a "Made in USA" brand to know about for back to school this year - from backpacks to pencil bags to totes.
TRAVEL + LEISURE
Mar 12, 2023
18 Best Beach Bags and Totes for 2023
T+L editors share their top picks for summer beach bags, include the unique portability of a Sea Bags courier bag.
Press Releases
Jan 8, 2024
Sea Bags Scores with Official NFL Licensing Deal, Launches a New Line of Recycled Totes and Accessor
Sea Bags launches a new NFL-licensed collection ahead of playoffs and Super Bowl LVIII.
May 1, 2023
Sea Bags Marks Company Milestone with 50th Retail Store Opening
The iconic Maine designer and manufacturer continues to expand its footprint into new markets as it opens five retail stores in two months, celebrates 50th opening milestone.
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