Any Day on the Water is a Good Day
Any Day on the Water is a Good Day
Our Bags Are Made of These Days
Our Bags Are Made of These Days
Who We Are
Who We Are
Sea Bags start life as sails, conditioned by days on the water, and are carefully transformed into nautically inspired tote bags and accessories. We keep durable sail cloth out of landfills and turn treasured material into keepsakes people actually want, use, and cherish for years.
How We Started
How We Started
Founded on the working waterfront in Portland, Maine over two decades ago, Sea Bags has been making the go-to tote bag for fishermen and fashionistas alike. In fact, one of our early sail bag designs was made from an old sail for a local fisherman who used the durable design to tote his tools to and from the wharf daily. The original bag, fondly referred to as the “Jeb Tote” in honor of the fisherman who carried it, is still intact today and inspired the design of our Wharf Tote bag. Influenced by the character of the Maine coast and working waterfront, Sea Bags headquarters are still based on the wharf where it all began still proudly making every Sea Bag from recycled sail cloth in Maine.
Community-Driven
Community-Driven
Our work is rooted in the working waterfronts, sailing communities, and people who simply love the water. We collect sails one at a time from passionate boaters, partner with local organizations and community events, and employ skilled craftspeople at home in Maine, so every sail bag carries a story of place and people.
“A mainstay of the Sea Bags mission has been supporting causes that align with our sustainable, community-centric values.”
“A mainstay of the Sea Bags mission has been supporting causes that align with our sustainable, community-centric values.”
- Beth Greenlaw | CEO
Sustainability Focused
Sustainability Focused
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. By repurposing old sails and utilizing every scrap with eco-minded production processes, we divert significant material from landfills and avoid new resource consumption; since 1999 we’ve kept over 1.5 million pounds of material out of the waste stream. The result: sustainable, durable products designed to be used, repaired, and treasured.
Made in the USA
Made in the USA
Every sail bag is designed and sewn on the coast of Maine using locally sourced materials and American craftsmanship. Keeping production local preserves traditional skills, supports the regional economy, and ensures the rugged quality our customers depend on.
Community-Driven
Media Inquiries
We love sharing the Sea Bags story—from our handcrafted designs made from recycled sails to our commitment to sustainability and Maine’s coastal heritage. For media inquiries, interviews, brand assets, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to our Public Relations team at press@seabags.com. We look forward to connecting with you.