Many people equate a little goodie bag as those which are handed out to children at a little friends birthday party; others equate a goodie bag to that which is handed out to super stars on the night of the Oscar presentations; both definitions are equally true.
A typical child’s goodie bag is often a small paper or fabric bag which contains a few small toys and perhaps a candy bar. These goodie bags are given so that the little children do not feel slighted that their friend is the only one who is getting anything, at this age they are not fully aware of how birthdays work. From this innocent beginning, burlap favor bags have become a very popular way of saying thank-you to customers, especially customers’ of spas and beauty salons.
Many high end salons find that burlap favor bags are an ideal way of giving a small gift to their customers. As a burlap bag is substantial, the bag will be continue to be used for other purposes, constantly reminding the customer of the salon, urging a repeat visit. Although they are given as a “free gift”, they are only free after the customer has spent a certain amount in the shop. The contents of a goodie bag from a salon usually contains a few samples of skin care products, a couple of sample tubes of lipstick and perhaps a small container of mascara. The bag is then used as a tote or makeup bag.
Most weddings include a small gift which is given by the bride and groom to each wedding guest. The contents may be a simple memento of the day, beautifully presented in one of the many burlap favor bags that are readily available.
Favor bags are also used by many companies that promote and sell their products through house parties. A woman will agree to having a representative of the product come to her home, the lady of the house will have invited friends and neighbors to drop in and see the products and hopefully purchase some. The hostess usually sets up small party games to keep the ladies interested and occupied, the winners of these games often get sample products presented in burlap favor bags.
Burlap favor bags are available in a host of sizes and colors.