There’s something about an unexpectedly cool, blue-skied summer day that makes me want to just get in the car and drive. With the price of gas, though, I enjoy these trips a little more when I’m actually going some place. So, why not Harrisburg, PA? Why Harrisburg, you ask? Well, Flaxie Packs has been accepted… READ MORE
Each Tuesday (or Wednesday if it’s been “that kind of a week”), we blog about the “People Behind the Packs.” We want to introduce you to the members of our family and our other partners, all of whom are working together to bring you what we hope is the best product of its kind on… READ MORE
Any ideas what this cheerful little array of fabrics might be for? You won’t have to wait long to find out. Next week, we’ll be announcing a new product here at Flaxie Packs. If you want to have a better chance of getting the announcement, LIKE this post. Just FYI: Did you know that Facebook… READ MORE
The oldest of the 3 girls in our blended family, Kate was born to be a teacher—and she has made that happen. For the past 13 years, she has been in the classroom, to her deep satisfaction and—if I might say so myself– the great joy of hundreds of students and families. She’s had wonderful… READ MORE
On October 11 & 12, 2014, Flaxie Packs will be taking it to the streets at the 51st Annual Catoctin Colorfest at Thurmont Community Park on Frederick Road. Space is limited and competition is fierce, so we are more than delighted to have scored one of the most popular spots on the craft show circuit–… READ MORE
If there’s one thing I know for sure about life, it’s that it should be marked FRAGILE. In huge red letters, right down the middle of every single day, so it can’t be missed. Last week, a good, young friend of mine whose mother is not too much older than I am had what the… READ MORE
Each Tuesday (or Wednesday if it’s been “that kind of a week”), we blog about the “People Behind the Packs.” We want to introduce you to the members of our family and our other partners, all of whom are working together to bring you what we hope is the best product of its kind on… READ MORE
Take care of your feet, and your feet will take care of you! That’s how the old saying goes, and truer words were never spoken. We had a wonderful vacation at Bethany Beach, but walking on the sand carrying all that gear seems to have aggravated my right Achilles tendon. Or something. All of a… READ MORE
From Monday, June 23 through Friday, June 27th, Flaxie Packs will be closed so our family can run away for our annual trip to Bethany Beach, DE Seems like it gets harder and harder to set that week aside, but I will always move heaven and earth to do it. Some of my happiest memories… READ MORE
Hook Dad up with a Flaxie Pack– ON SALE this week for $20! Does Dad like to golf? Does his lower back let him know that extra 9 holes was a bit too much for one day? Is Grampa a golden glove gardener? Do his shoulders ache a bit after a day of mulching? Know… READ MORE
