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	<title>Ora Recycled Leather Bags &#187; Friends</title>
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		<title>the worship museum</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/09/the-worship-museum/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:12:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Worship Museum is an online catalogue comprised of various arts and crafts and other unique gifts designed by a diverse number of individuals. We are proud to be included in this carefully curated catalogue, you can find Ora Bike Bags in the Accessories section of their online store. The Worship Museum was recently featured [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.theworshipmuseum.com/" target="_blank">The Worship Museum</a> is an online catalogue comprised of various arts and crafts and other unique gifts designed by a diverse number of individuals. We are proud to be included in this carefully curated catalogue, you can find Ora Bike Bags in the Accessories section of their online store.</p>
<p>The Worship Museum was recently featured on Urban Outfitter&#8217;s Blog, check out the post here http://blog.urbanoutfitters.com/blog/the_worship_museum</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a peak at some of the magical things you can find on <a href="http://www.theworshipmuseum.com/" target="_blank">www.theworshipmuseum.com</a></p>
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		<title>Mel Greene + Alpaca Life + Sitka Surfboards</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/07/mel-greene-alpaca-life-sitka-surfboards/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:02:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mel is rad. When she isn&#8217;t busy helping me out with everything Ora, she&#8217;s doing all kinds of great things as the Director of Communications for local Victoria/Vancouver brand Sitka Surfboards. And as if all that isn&#8217;t proof enough of her radness, she has enough time and creative energy to make her own custom t [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mel is rad. When she isn&#8217;t busy helping me out with everything Ora, she&#8217;s doing all kinds of great things as the Director of Communications for local Victoria/Vancouver brand <a href="http://sitkasurfboards.com/" target="_blank">Sitka Surfboards</a>.</p>
<p>And as if all that isn&#8217;t proof enough of her radness, she has enough time and creative energy to make her own custom t shirts called The Alpaca Life.</p>
<p>Mel recently did some cut and sew Alpaca Life shirts for Sitka that will be available for Spring/Summer 2011. Here&#8217;s a sneak peak, and you should check out her blogs too</p>
<p><a href="http://melgreene.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">melgreene.tumblr.com</a></p>
<p><a href="http://tens.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">tens.tumblr.com</a></p>
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		<title>The Worship Museum Studio Sale</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/05/the-worship-museum-studio-sale/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 04:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Worship Museum is officially launching this weekend. You&#8217;ll find tons of vintage and new goods, including Ora Bags. Better yet, new bag styles! Randi has whipped up some Crystal Pouches to wear around your neck, keep in your pocket, hang somewhere special or do whatever you like with. They&#8217;re small and full of good [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-933" title="01-magazine" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/01-magazine.jpg" alt="The Worship Museum Studio Sale" width="500" height="645" /><a href="http://theworshipmuseum.com/" target="_blank">The Worship Museum</a> is officially launching this weekend. You&#8217;ll find tons of vintage and new goods, including Ora Bags.<br />
Better yet, new bag styles! Randi has whipped up some Crystal Pouches to wear around your neck, keep in your pocket, hang somewhere special or do whatever you like with. They&#8217;re small and full of good vibes.<br />
Just in time for summer, Randi has come up with some bike bags that fit onto handle bars to carry all your necessities on all your adventures. Or just on your way to work. Either way, very handy.</p>
<p>The Worship Museum is at 369 Powell St. (Corner of Gore and Powell) and will be open from 11-8 on Saturday and from 11-6 on Sunday. See the poster above for more details. Hope to see you there!</p>
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		<title>Gastown Shop Hop Update</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/04/gastown-shop-hop-update/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:45:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Look at me posting 2 days in a row, good girl. I was really busy there for a while, but I&#8217;m back on a mellow train and will update regularly from now on, Scouts Honour. Anyway, as you know, the Gastown Shop Hop is going down tomorrow, but Nouvelle Nouvelle just announced they&#8217;ll discount stuff [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-924" title="nnonedaysale" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/nnonedaysale-472x800.jpg" alt="" width="472" height="800" />Look at me posting 2 days in a row, good girl. I was really busy there for a while, but I&#8217;m back on a mellow train and will update regularly from now on, Scouts Honour.<br />
Anyway, as you know, the <a href="http://www.gastownblog.com/gastown-spring-shop-hop/" target="_blank">Gastown Shop Hop</a> is going down tomorrow, but <a href="http://nouvellenouvelle.wordpress.com/2010/04/20/april-22-gastown-shop-hop-one-day-sale/" target="_blank">Nouvelle Nouvelle</a> just announced they&#8217;ll discount stuff by 30%! Perfect time to get some Spring pieces. See you tomorrow!</p>
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		<title>Gastown Shop Hop</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/04/gastown-shop-hop/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:57:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Thursday April 22 is the 2010 Gastown Shop Hop! Head to Gastown between 5 and 9 pm to share in spirits and deals with some of the nicest Gastown boutiques, including Ora stockist, Nouvelle Nouvelle. It&#8217;s always a great time so we hope to see you there!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-920" title="Spring2010_ShopHop" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Spring2010_ShopHop-620x434.gif" alt="Gastown Shop Hop" width="620" height="434" />This Thursday April 22 is the <a href="http://www.gastownblog.com/gastown-spring-shop-hop/" target="_blank">2010 Gastown Shop Hop!</a> Head to Gastown between 5 and 9 pm to share in spirits and deals with some of the nicest Gastown boutiques, including Ora stockist, <a href="http://nouvellenouvelle.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Nouvelle Nouvelle</a>. It&#8217;s always a great time so we hope to see you there!</p>
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		<title>Randi in Skewed Magazine!</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/03/randi-in-skewed-magazine/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 02:56:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Randi &#8211; owner/designer of Ora Bags &#8211; is featured in issue nine of Skewed Magazine. There&#8217;s an interview about her past, present and future as well as a number of photos of her bags, other works and her beautiful self. Randi has been an inspiring friend and mentor for a while and I&#8217;m very pleased [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-908" title="Randi in Skewed Magazine" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Picture-25-620x397.png" alt="Randi in Skewed Magazine" width="620" height="397" />Randi &#8211; owner/designer of Ora Bags &#8211; is featured in issue nine of <a href="http://www.skewedmagazine.com/" target="_blank">Skewed Magazine</a>. There&#8217;s an interview about her past, present and future as well as a number of photos of her bags, other works and her beautiful self.</p>
<p>Randi has been an inspiring friend and mentor for a while and I&#8217;m very pleased to share <a href="http://www.skewedmagazine.com/issues/skewed09.pdf" target="_blank">this article</a> (Caution! Leads to a PDF) that shows some of her awesomeness. Enjoy!</p>
<p>Photos: Lexa Naicu and Lord Loxley<br />
Interview: Lexa Naicu<br />
Hair: Vanessa Maclean<br />
Make-Up: Gracee Shorter<br />
Style Assistant and Lighting: Yours Truly &#8211; Mel Greene</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-909" title="Picture 26" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Picture-26.png" alt="Randi in Skewed Magazine" width="426" height="470" /></p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-911" title="Picture 27" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Picture-271-620x590.png" alt="Randi in Skewed Magazine" width="620" height="590" /></p>
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		<title>HERE is NOW show featuring Michelle Ford</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/01/here-is-now/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:05:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The lady behind the lense responsible for all Ora photo stories, Michelle Ford, will be featured in upcoming show HERE is NOW at Chapel Arts January 29th. This show is not to be missed, featuring the work of amazing local artists  Jody Rogac, Heather Martin of Mono Clothing, and Salazar Collective, just to name a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The lady behind the lense responsible for all Ora photo stories, <a href="http://michelleford.ca/" target="_blank">Michelle Ford</a>, will be featured in upcoming show HERE is NOW at <a href="http://chapelarts.com/site/?page_id=2" target="_blank">Chapel Arts</a> January 29th. This show is not to be missed, featuring the work of amazing local artists  <a href="http://www.jodyrogac.com/" target="_blank">Jody Rogac</a>, Heather Martin of <a href="http://www.monoclothing.ca/" target="_blank">Mono Clothing</a>, and <a href="http://salazarfilm.com/" target="_blank">Salazar Collective</a>, just to name a few. See you there!</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-712" title="17546_408263000365_644475365_10560313_5353942_n" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/17546_408263000365_644475365_10560313_5353942_n.jpg" alt="17546_408263000365_644475365_10560313_5353942_n" width="415" height="604" /><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-713" title="17546_412846830365_644475365_10600956_5046883_n" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/17546_412846830365_644475365_10600956_5046883_n.jpg" alt="17546_412846830365_644475365_10600956_5046883_n" width="415" height="604" /></p>
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		<title>Vincent Parker&#8217;s Poster Art</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2010/01/vincent-parkers-poster-art/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We think Vincent makes rad posters. Check out his art, design work, and music here]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We think Vincent makes rad posters. Check out his art, design work, and music <a href="http://www.vincentparker.ca/" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-large wp-image-704" title="rubywebproof-662x1024" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/rubywebproof-662x10241-517x800.jpg" alt="rubywebproof-662x1024" width="517" height="800" /><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-705" title="destroyer-2-low-res-web-662x1024" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/destroyer-2-low-res-web-662x10241-193x300.jpg" alt="destroyer-2-low-res-web-662x1024" width="193" height="300" /><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-706" title="land-of-talk-two-color-flat-662x1024" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/land-of-talk-two-color-flat-662x1024-193x300.jpg" alt="land-of-talk-two-color-flat-662x1024" width="193" height="300" /><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-707" title="RYAN-DAHLE-good-web-res--662x1024" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/RYAN-DAHLE-good-web-res-662x10241-193x300.jpg" alt="RYAN-DAHLE-good-web-res--662x1024" width="193" height="300" /><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-708" title="thunderheist-full-colour-667x1024" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/thunderheist-full-colour-667x10242-195x300.jpg" alt="thunderheist-full-colour-667x1024" width="195" height="300" /></p>
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		<title>lucky lady</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2009/12/lucky-lady/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 01:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A very handsome boy I know took one look at this jacket and asked me to make a custom backpack for his girlfriend for Christmas. This jacket was given to me by a gentleman who acquired it in the &#8217;60&#8242;s. His son has informed me that he was quite the stylish guy in his day, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A very handsome boy I know took one look at <a href="http://orabags.com/2009/11/before-vintage-gem/" target="_blank">this jacket</a> and asked me to make a custom backpack for his girlfriend for Christmas. This jacket was given to me by a gentleman who acquired it in the &#8217;60&#8242;s. His son has informed me that he was quite the stylish guy in his day, and that he happens to have been a good friend of Johnny Cash. I hope I&#8217;ve done him proud by reincarnating his jacket as a backpack. I threw in a few extra internal pockets and a custom laptop pocket in the organic cotton lining.  I hope she loves it.</p>
<p><img class="size-full wp-image-599 alignleft" title="MandysBP1" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/MandysBP1.jpg" alt="MandysBP1" width="360" height="480" /><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-600" title="MandysBP2" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/MandysBP2.jpg" alt="MandysBP2" width="360" height="480" /><img class="size-full wp-image-601 alignleft" title="MandysBP3" src="http://orabags.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/MandysBP3.jpg" alt="MandysBP3" width="360" height="480" /></p>
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		<title>my friend Carly&#8217;s new billy backpack!</title>
		<link>http://orabags.com/2009/12/my-friend-carlys-new-billy-backpack/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:19:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[organic cotton lining, adjustable double straps, lotsa pockets.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">organic cotton lining, adjustable double straps, lotsa pockets.</p>
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