I do remember it was right around the time my daughter (like many of your children now) was starting school, specifically Kindergarten. It was the first of many school-related shopping excursions. First lunchbox, first binder, first backpack.
When Lily choose her backpack her father took her to Walmart and let her pick out what she wanted. So of course, she picked a purple and teal Tinkerbell bag.
But if I had my way, I would have bought (or made) one of these bags in a heartbeat and taken a million pictures of her in it. So charming! So unique. So fit for a toddler.
I was so delighted when Rae agreed to do a guest giveaway with Grosgrain. Not to mention a bit envious of the future winners. Even though Rae is a brand new mommy she was generous enough to make this bag for Grosgrain. It's called 'The Jackpack'. Cute enough for either little boys or little girls.
AND she will ALSO be offering her backpack pattern which she sells on her blog. One to two separate winners.
If you don't want to wait for the end of the giveaway (like me) or would like to see what else she has available, check out her available patterns. If you visit her blog these pattern links are on the left sidebar.
And remember, once you make your sweet backpack, post your creation in the Made by Rae Toddler backpack flickr pool. IN FACT, I recommend just visiting it for some good eye candy.
As usual, if you would like a chance to win this backpack or pattern just link back to this post.
If you have any questions see the "questions and answers" link to the right. If you use blogger just use the "create a link" link at the bottom of this post. If you don't use blogger, that's fine too. Just create a link on your page as you normally would and I will see it using Technorati.
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This is WAY too adorable to NOT enter. My youngest is starting Pre-School and I would love to send her with one of these beauties. Thanks for the chance!
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omygosh! that is toooo cute!!!
xoxo-
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i couldn't get the create a link option to work for some reason but i did add a link manually at beeinthebalm.blogspot.com
Love the backpack but would love to win the pattern even more! Wonderful giveaway as always. I blogged here http://athenley.blogspot.com/
Who knew you could buy or make a backpack this cute? I love that you sell you pattern and your bags.
Thanks for the give away. My little Jackson would look great with a Jackpack!!
www.pippertfamily.blogspot.com
I love Made by Rae and would love to win anything of hers. I blogged about it at mommycreations.blogspot.com
We want this!!! So cute!
mamafraker(at)hotmail(dot)com
BLOGGED THIS!!
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This is one of the cutest giveaways you've had!
blogged! I'd love to win that pattern to be able to make my own :)
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Thank you!
hurleyy_999@hotmail.com
Blogged! http://katiekadiddlehopper.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
I already have the pattern, but haven't had time to make up the backpack and my ds starts preschool next week! The Jackpack would be PERFECT!
Oh, man, I've been wanting this pattern for so long! Count me in too!
laziestjane.blogspot.com
How cute! I threw mine (in progress or not as the case may be!)down in frustration last night. I've messed something up and it's not coming together. They look so cute and easy to make. Maybe by next week I'll have the kinks worked out.
I blogged!
http://sewingtime.blogspot.com/2009/09/more-toddler-backpacks.html
we want it!!
my boy just started early preschool and we really need a backpack...
and this one, well. it is a real beauty!
thanks for the giveaway.
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what a cute print!! i've been eyeing this pattern for a while too!!
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I love this backpack. I hope I win. I blogged on my site.
lbroadstreet.tds.net
so cute! love it!
I linked to this blog on my blog!
http://kcsramblings.blogspot.com/2009/09/back-pack-giveaway.html
My three year old daughter would love this! So cute!
cmwark at telus dot com
I have already made one of these backpacks (mine is the Little Red Riding Hood one in the backpack collage picture)....but I would love to win one for my son!
This is perfect for my daughter,lovely colors.
If I weren't on a crafting hiatus, I would have to get this pattern. So cute.
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These are tooooo cute! Yes, with that many 'o's!
Blogged here: http://thechunkymunky.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
LOVE this giveaway!!
Blogged this!!! Love it!
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http://nadiney.blogspot.com/
Super cute!!!
how perfect can backpack be?
i totaly love it!
and i blogged about it 2
thanks!
We love it too!
We love it too!
Yes, thanks, I'll take it!
I blogged about it!! I have one of these patterns and it is wonderful!! :))
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My grands would love this! I think it is darling.
I love little backpacks - it's so sad when kids start needing the monster big ones.
http://sugarrosies.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
shou.milk@gmail.com
this is just perfect for my little preschooler. :)
Love Rae's blog - her stuff is adorable!
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Blogged it! I love Rae and already have licensing rights to the buttercup bag. I would love this backpack for me or the pattern!
I've been looking for weeks for a cute non-commerical backpack. I want to win!
Very cute! I would love it, I mean, my daughter would love it:)
aaronandlucyhansen.blogspot.com
blogged it!
http://chronoillogical.blogspot.com/
The print is too adorable!
I blogged at www.jessicahom.com. This is so cute!
I blogged about this cute giveaway!
http://whimsycoutureboutique.blogspot.com/2009/09/giveaway-cute-backpack-from-made-by-rae.html
http://super-kate.blogspot.com/
cutest backpack ever!!
I love this! Thanks for the chance to win it!
greenappleorchard at gmail dot com
to cute so perfect for diaper bag for my 1 year. Thanks
super cute and fun, used the create a link, it worked but I didn't see it at the bottom of the page so here you go
http://grosgrainfabulous.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
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http://thepaullparty.blogspot.com
I have several little ones in the family which would love this little backpack!
I've blogged the giveaway here:
http://yourfabricplace.blogspot.com/2009/09/grosgrain-made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack.html
I Love Love Love this giveaway. That is the cutest backpack ever! It would be perfect for my daughter who wants to be like her big brothers and carry a backpack!
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Love it ! And my little son and daughter too !
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I love these little backpacks, they are so cute, and Rae is so clever!!!
Oh! how I love this backpack. I would love to win it or the pattern. I could make every child I know one.
Linked back to you in this blog post:
http://every-day-inspirations.blogspot.com/2009/09/its-in-bag-giveaway.html
LOVE this bag!!!
catherine s.
imaginethatdesignstudio at gmail dot com
what a great giveaway! those backpacks are so adorable.
http://www.carrieoke.net
Adorable! It would look great on my little girl. :) I'm linked!
so cute! thanks
http://tidbitsbykelly.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
I bought the pattern, but am a little nervous to start. How wonderful it would be to have one made special already by Made by Rae!!
I linked back from:
http://stellasefflorescence.blogspot.com/
This is soooo great! I would love to have either the backpack or the pattern I have been drooling over for months! Thanks :)
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Oh my - how adorable -I think I'll be making backpacks in the near future!
I just love the backpack!!
I blogged about it here...http://thecraftycrook.blogspot.com/
My little guy would just love this.
I posted a link
http://backyardhomesteader.blogspot.com/2009/09/i-cant-help-myself.html
Posted a link, too.
My kids are WAY too old for the backpack, but I could so use the pattern to make them for my many friends with little ones.
I linked to this on my blog - could we be so lucky?
Linked it on my blog!
http://thesimplelife-marcy.blogspot.com/
Blogged! Thank you for the opportunity.
http://pickupsomecreativity.blogspot.com
Love your site, as well as Made by Rae. I actually just made my own bag using her buttercup bag pattern the day after I found her blog!!! I'm very happy she's linked to your blog so I can add you to my favorites!!
http://naeslife-carpediem.blogspot.com/
I have been eyeing this pattern ever since Rae put it up. SUPER cute bag. Would love it
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http://keepers-at-home.blogspot.com/2009/09/crafty-giveaways.html
Rae is awesome! She did some great versions of AMH's smashing smock.
That is the cutest little backpack!
This backpack is adorable!
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I did my first link on my blog. Would love to send a backpack to my granddaughter in Germany who is starting American preschool this week.
I love this backpack - adorable! Would love a chance at the pattern giveaway as well.
Blogged about this (manually) on my site, btw.
How CUTE!
I linked here: http://kblog.labombard.net/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
Blessings,
Kim
ooh - I have her bookmarked and hope to win the pattern!!!
have popped a link on my blog!
Loved it!
I'm dreaming of a Jack-pack!!!
xoxo
http://buggiedoodles.blogspot.com/
Blogged about this ADORABLE giveaway! I LOVE these fabrics! AHH!! SO amazing! Thanks so much!
Nichole
I've been eyeing this pattern for awhile now. It is adorable! http://afrecklefacedgirl.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
Wow, that bag is gorgeous. I've created a link in my blog. Hope no one follows it though (all the more chance for me to win LOL).
Such a great pattern...thanks!
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Seriously.
What a Cute backpack! This would be great for my little girl for Kindergarten next year!
Thanks!
Also blogged about this!
Super Cute!
Hah - made the link. http://knittingcalmsme.blogspot.com
Kindergarten has just started and this would be a welcome addition.
I love this bag, such a cute idea. checkout my blog www.beckymaeonesty.blogspot.com
http://blakeandboo.blogspot.com/
what a cute bag. I love it! the perfect size for a little one.
My daughter would Lurve that!!!
http://spring-bean.blogspot.com/2009/09/jack-tastic.html
Blogged!
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Love Made by Rae...she is truly an inspiration!! I check in on her from time to time, I love the baby pants she did from one of her old shirts...too cute! :D
I totally love this backpack. Here's a link to my blog where I posted:
http://sewingforkeikis.blogspot.com/
rebecca_chinn@yahoo.com
Incredible! If I don't have a blog, does that mean I can't win? My little girl would be so happy to have such a cute little backpack for school!
This bag would be perfect for trips to Grandma's house! Maybe I'll have time to make a couple before Halloween costumes...
unfortunately i don't have a blog that i can use to link to this post but i would still love to have this backpack. i stumbled upon rae's blog about 3 months ago and have fallen in love with her - she has such great ideas, she writes extremely well, she is so funny and she is so amazingly creative. i have made the itsy bitsy dress for one of my nieces and i think the buttercup bag is going to be *the* gift this christmas season. fittingly enough, my son is named jack and i think it would be lovely for him to own his very own jackpack :) my e-mail address is jennykipawa@yahoo.ca
This would be a great backpack for one of my grand daughters
Blessings
Ellice
I loooove this backpack. I have been eyeing it for a while and since we are "strapped" I'd love to win it or the pattern. I may be too late but thank you for hosting the giveaway
Love this super cute backpack! Great for my little pre-schooler next year!
Super cute backpack! Love it!!
My little girl would love rockin' this to Kindergarten! I linked back from here: http://hopscotchlemonade.blogspot.com/2009/09/sweetest-little-backpack-in-town.html
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This is so adorable. I would love this for my baby girl who isn't even here yet!
fantastic and oh boy oh boy 'i hope i ween'
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I soooo love this! From the fabric to the backpack design! This is sooo fabulous! I linked back from my blog:
tisforturtle.blogspot.com
Blogged this here:
http://pinkpeony.squarespace.com/pink-peony/2009/9/12/grosgrain-giveaway-made-by-rae-toddler-backpack.html
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Oh, I love this so much. Linked, and fingers crossed!
http://onebluetree.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
Oh this so sweet but I'm blogless *sob*
This is adorable! I blogged it at: http://thepapas02.blogspot.com/?zx=a69ab597cb424e26
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twittered! izazbz at yahoo dot com
This backpack is adorable. I'd love a change to win.
love it, my Elliot would go nuts! I linked you!
What a difficult choice! I blogged this as well.
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dude. that is adorable. i blogged & now i will sit & pine for it to be mine, err, my daughters
Sabrina
www.twigglesandtrunks.blogspot.com
Ohemgee I have been looking at these cute little backpacks for a while now. Thanks so much for the giveaway! I may have to finally buy the pattern. These are way too adorable!
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http://purplebookbloggingmommy.blogspot.com/
Love love love it! :)
Hi!
Allthough I have allready bought the pattern I would love to win the sweetest backpack ever! :)
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http://enigmacr.blogspot.com/
:)
had to make a blog to do it!
blogged about it... http://justthemorningcoffee.blogspot.com/
blogged about it....http://zac-katie.blogspot.com/2009/09/backpack-give-away.html
Love this bag and pattern!
http://enigmacr.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
^blog entry!
starting to get the hang of this! lol.
I don't know how to create a link but I would really like to win this pattern. Have been admiring it for some time now. I have my fingers crossed.
I don't know how to create a link either, but this backpack is so adorable. Hope I have a chance to be part of the drawing for it. Thanks! :}
I absolutely love this backpack!! My little Avery is only 9 months....but I would love to save this for when she starts kindergarten! I posted a link @
www.ourdreamstogether.blogspot.com
Hope I'm not too late on this one.
http://rabbitandpiggie.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-giveaway.html
Oh my goodness - what alot of hits!!
Could I please nominate one of my friends to win this? She shared your link http://myinspirationjournal.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
:)
Oh I hope I'm not too late too. This is the most gorgeous bag! I would -love- to win the pattern! I'm in love :)
Blogged at http://romijade.blogspot.com
Thank so much for this generous prize!
How wonderful - that is a really gorgeous bag and lovely pattern! Please pick me!!!
I have blogged about this on my blog.
www.cherri-berri.blogspot.com.au
Fingers crossed!
I love it!
http://kellyfamily-4.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-backpack-giveaway.html
nikrobkelly@gmail.com
What a whimsical backpack. Such a nice alternative to the boring traditional backpack all the kids carry.
Love these back pack, my two year old would love it, carry around her goodies when she goes to Grandma's house. SO CUTE!!
Put a link at http://pshimmel.blogspot.com
Blogged it at http://flictedsewingroom.blogspot.com
YES PLEASE! Tired of Hello Kitty and Tinkerbell (and I have 5 girls, so we see all too much of the above.)
http://thedillspiel.blogspot.com/2009/09/divine-mentioned-she-needed-new.html
oh, what a great giveaway! i love made by rae's blog!
blogged at- http://weepereas.blogspot.com/2009/09/grosgrain-backpack-giveaway.html
http://luv2knit-luv2knit.blogspot.com/
this is so cute!! i made a link on the top of my blog,, under the giveaway header, thanks
Blogged:
http://tragicallyordinary.blogspot.com/2009/09/grosgrain-made-by-rae-backpack-guest.html
tragicallyordinary at gmail dot com
So cute, I'd love to win! I used the "create a link" to link, but you can find it at:
http://sewmuchado.blogspot.com/2009/09/grosgrain-made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack.html
blogged! thanks for the opportunity to win such a delightful giveaway!
mrsgingras at hotmail dot com
I'm in love. Check out the link. http://www.littlelizardking.blogspot.com.
I love to win......
Baukje
had to enter, too cute!
http://theadventuresofroryandjess.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
Blogged at Little Red Bus!
http://community.little-red-bus.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
ann [!@] little-red-bus dot com
This is my first "link to post" but this backpack is sooo cute and I found it by way of a friend's blog! Maybe I'll win - first time for everything! :)
http://threelittlesmiths.blogspot.com/2009/09/win-this-super-cute-backpack.html
I looooove this fabric, and have been eyeing the pattern for some time!
http://clickofsticks.blogspot.com/
oh so cute!
http://dqmountaingirl.blogspot.com/
sooo cute. I saw these a while back and I'm glad there is now a giveaway.
I have linked to this post. I love Rae's patterns.
http://clairesmakeanddo.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
Done! I would love the pattern so I could have a go at making one, they are so adorable.
I have linked to my blog here
http://grosgrainfabulous.blogspot.com/2009/09/made-by-rae-jackpack-backpack-guest.html
debbiey01@gmail.com
Love this pattern, and all by Rae. Thanks! Blogged at shayeamanda.blogspot.com.
I am in love with this fabric! Adorable backpack, and great blog BTW. I've posted a link to my blog: www.rookno17.blogspot.com
Thanks!
Love the backpack, would really love the pattern!
Blogged about it at:
http://quirkymomma.com/freebies-and-reviews/
Also, if you have more giveaways that you'd like us to mention let me know
Count me in!
Love the jackpacks...soooo much better than the mainstream logo'd, mass marketing backpacks.
Super cute!
My daughter starts school this year and she would love it! So cute. Linked and commented :) pieceofcakery.blogspot.com
Who knew you could buy or make a backpack this cute? I love that you ... 2cutebackpacks.blogspot.com
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