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Tanbark Octopus Medium Tote

Tanbark Octopus Medium Tote

Regular price $190.00
Sale price $190.00 Regular price
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Description

We're very excited to bring back tanbark bags. We find very few of these used sails, and it has taken over five years to gather a supply of tanbark large enough to create a new collection. In the days when only natural materials were available to make sails, sail makers would dip sails in a tanning solution made from tree bark. The process helped protect them from the environment and, as a by-product, stained the sails a distinctive red-brown color. This dramatic tote features an artful illustration of one of the most mysterious creatures of the sea. Inside you'll find a hidden surprise: a creative print inspired by Charles Darwin's handwritten notes from The Origin of Species. It's a fitting match for a tote rich with history. Printed on recycled sail cloth. Please note: slight variations in color may exist due to the rarity of tanbark sail.

Size & Fit

Size

Medium

Dimensions

14.0 L x 6.0 W x 14.0 H

Guides

Size & Fit Guide

Care Information

Care

Machine wash, line dry

Guides

Caring for your Sea Bag

Maine-made tote held by woman on the sea shore or harbor
Splicing rope handles by hand, for use on recycled sail tote bags Made in the USA

Community Focused, Locally Sourced

Sustainability is at the core of everything we do.

a woman sewing a sea bag tote with rope handles

Always Handmade

In the USA

Overall rating: 4.8125 / 5 from 32 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Tanbark Octopus Medium Tote is celebrated for its beautiful design and rich, unique colors. Customers appreciate the high-quality craftsmanship and the historical inspiration behind the tote's artful illustration and creative print.

Summary topics

  • Design Quality: 14%
  • Color Richness: 28%

Review topics: [colors, looks, quality, bag, design, christmas, piece, tote, story, holds, history].

Review highlights

  • "Not only is this design different from the traditional sea bags, the story is pretty great too."Sarah A.
  • "The tanbark is a rich color."Marianne C.
  • "I love the quality of this bag and the beautiful colors of it!"Tara B.

Reviews

Just as I thought it

"Just as I thought it would be. Very nice"

Nancy P. (5/5)

This is a very study

"This is a very study bag with a lot of space. It's design and colors look great in person and the clasp for the top works great."

Kathryn C. (5/5)

I just love it!

"I just love it!"

Nancy T. (5/5)

Love it!

"Love it!"

Mary M. (5/5)

Favorite SeaBag

"This was my first Seabag and it’s still my favorite. It’s perfect for traveling, commuting to work, sewing and as a lunch bag. The design of the Tanbark is what drew me to this bag. Thank you Seabags for a job well done."

Ruby (5/5)

Great bag! Perfect size!!

"Love this tote! I would suggest adding in some more pockets for organization, but there is a cellphone pouch. It easily holds large cellphones. I purchased an organizer to fit in it and it is now my favorite bag to carry. Because of the sail cloth material, it is very light, even though the tote is large and roomy. Easy to clean and very well-made. The colors are great for an antiqued maritime look. I might also suggest offering antique bronze or brass hooks and clips on the bags instead of the chrome. The chrome looks great on the lighter bags, but this one benefits from antique hardware. I changed mine out."

Laura M. (5/5)

Rich, unique color, gorgeous against

"Rich, unique color, gorgeous against the black, I’m carrying in the spring despite the more fall hue."

Jill G. (5/5)

Product doesn’t match visual on website

"The item received did not match the image on website. Color is accurate but white zig zag stitching is all around the top of the bag. This was a gift and was well liked by recipient."

Holly K. (3/5)

Fantastic bag

"I love this bag! Well made, unique and perfect for our boating and traveling life. I particularly like the length of the straps and the hook on top."

Noelle M. (5/5)

Love it. Took it Cozumel

"Love it. Took it Cozumel on vacation. Great bag!"

Jenn M. (5/5)

Q&A

Recycled Materials

Sea Bags transforms recycled sailcloth into
unique, eco-friendly totes.

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Sewing a leather Sea Bags patch onto a canvas heritage tote bag in Maine