#localloving

“We’ve always wanted to set up a shop that would let us meet people who share the same wavelength. Our items are all handmade, which range from stickers, accessories, stationery, to pet toys. Our products are mainly inspired by animals but sometimes move to weird and twisted directions. With that being said, a brand extension was created called “The Rabid Hole” to showcase original artworks which are a little bit darker than the crafted items Eenieminniemo has to offer. This extension contains a range of products from original paintings, art prints, postcards, stickers, and dolls (inspired by the characters from the paintings). The proceeds of our store’s products go to the food fund of nine rescued cats and three dogs and possibly help other rescues.”

While they cater to most Filipinos, Eenieminniemo has also already found their place in the foreign community. They have an Etsy account set up and have been contributing to the successes of getting foreigners to support Filipino-made products.

“We believe that being free means being able to share your creations or skills with those around you. With the wide reach that social media provides, we also cherish the opportunity to show our items and interact with others who also like arts and crafts or just enjoy seeing/having them.”

Inspiring travel quotes grace the wholly local-made components of the Just GO bags.

“We try to solve every need of a traveler when it comes to their bags/luggage, we are trying to figure out what's the best travel bag every traveler should have. Our bags come in different kinds (Backpack, Tote bag, Drawstring bag, Sling bag - small and medium size, pouch, coin purse) and the prices range from P50- P550 as of now.”

The 24-year-old Normarei wants to cater to the growing passion of her generation to travel with the bags fit for this endeavor. She aspires that her brand continues to inspire movement and encourages more people to support local.

“I think traveling and art are the best ways to express freedom, and through our products, we were able to bring these two things together very well. I really want my generation and the next to get inspired through my brand and realize as early as now that seeing new places, spending money on buying that plane ticket to your dream destination is never a waste - it is INVESTING. Investing on your own value. I'm also hoping for those who are older than us to enjoy their lives and give themselves a break through traveling. The whole purpose of creating these products is to share my passion - traveling + arts + love for bags. That way, we all feel free because doing what you love is freedom.”