Maptote by Rachel & Michael Berick
Get To Know The Maker
Where are you from/where did you grow up?
Rachel escaped the mean streets of Boca Raton, Florida for New York City to study art at New York University. Michael grew up in sunny San Diego, CA, and attended the University of Oregon, where he cultivated his love of nature and the outdoors. He moved to NYC to experience city life. They have two kids that were born and are being raised in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Park Slope.
Why did you start your business?
In 2006, they wanted to start a business making reusable cotton tote bags to limit their plastic bag use at grocery stores.
How does your work connect to Brooklyn?
It was important that the bags were made close to them to limit their carbon footprint. They work closely with two Brooklyn factories that cut, sew and screen print their products. They proudly source USA made cotton. Today, Maptote is a certified Women's Owned business.
Coo-coo from Brooklyn! đŚ This pint-sized charm celebrates NYCâs sassiest residentâthe streetwise pigeonânow ready to clip on and go wherever you do. Screen printed with an all-over pigeon print, this cheeky charm adds a touch of Brooklyn charm (and squawk) to any tote, backpack, or key ring. Cut from sturdy 100% cotton canvas and finished with a shiny gold-colored clip-on ring, itâs a quirky tribute to the boroughâs most unbothered bird. OODLES OF USES: Perfect for jazzing up your bag at Smorgasburg, tagging along to Prospect Park, or helping you find your keys in a bottomless tote. It adds instant Brooklyn flair to any plain bagâand never complains about commuting. Clip it, flaunt it, love it.
