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The Maker Behind the Magic

“I believe a great bag doesn’t just complete a look—it tells a story. I create each one from upcycled cowboy boots, blending craft, character, and a touch of Western soul.

XO, Chris Thompson

Crafted with Heart, Worn with Pride—Why CTBags Are Different

Quality - Hand-crafted from premium-quality boots.

Sustainability - Saved from the landfill, bags with soul.

Uniqueness - Signed & Numbered. No two made the same.

Made in the USA - Proudly crafted in my Arizona studio.

cowboy boot wine and whiskey totes from chris thompson bags featured in cowgirl magazine

As Seen in Cowgirl Magazine

My best-selling Barware Totes turn repurposed cowboy boots into eye-catching bottle carriers— rustic, functional, truly unique gifting, and Cowgirl Magazine-approved.

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custom memorial bags made from your cowboy boots at chris thompson bags

Turn Your Boots Into Something Extraordinary

Have boots with meaning? I’ll turn them into a custom bag, tote, or barware you’ll treasure. Perfect for preserving memories or creating heartfelt memorial gifts.

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What People Are Saying About My Bags

"...The craftsmanship is excellent and the whole look is perfect for me: sophisticated hippie cowgirl :-) I love it!" - Eva, Crested Butte, CO

"Artistic design and craftsmanship at its finest! ...Worth. Every. Penny." - Mary, Fort Worth, TX

"The design, quality and workmanship is excellent... Reasonable price for the quality and style of the bag." - Debra, Scottsdale, AZ