Every bag begins as a cowboy boot with character, transformed into wearable art meant to be carried, noticed, and cherished.

Find the one that speaks to you.

Brown leather boot with fringes and decorative elements, featuring a ribbon indicating 'Third Place' at the St. George Art Festival.

Award-Winning


This one-of-a-kind leather bag earned recognition at the prestigious St. George Art Festival in Utah—proof that every bag I make carries its own story, from rescued boots to a piece you’ll never see anywhere else.

Display of various leather shoes with a focus on brown and tan colors.

Mules - Coming Soon

You’ve seen them turning heads at my shows and events… and they’re almost ready to make their way online.

I’m dialing in sizing to ensure the perfect fit—because one-of-a-kind should feel just right the first time. Subscribe to be notified when your new “solemate” is available!

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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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

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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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.

chris thompson holding multiple handbags in front of a wooden fence

Meet the Artist Behind the Bags with Soul

Hi Friend,

I’m Chris Thompson, and I elevate cowboy boots into wearable art. Every bag begins with character—found in boots I’ve treasured since day one—and becomes a one-of-a-kind piece for women who value originality, artistry, and a style that speaks before they do.

Enjoy the journey!
Chris