The Eibert den Herder Botter Sailing Regatta in Harderwijk is an event where history, experience, and networking come together. For this special day, we designed and delivered exclusive promotional bags that are not only functional but also serve as a tangible memory for our employees. In this blog, you will read how design, storytelling, and sustainability come together in one powerful product.
Reusable cotton bags with full colour printing
For the botter sailing regatta, we deliberately chose reusable cotton bags. This allows the organization to benefit from a sustainable solution that seamlessly matches the appearance of the event. The bags are fully printed in full colour, ensuring the design stands out perfectly. The combination of quality and appearance ensures that the bag is not only used during the event but also regularly afterwards. In this way, the memory of the event continues to live on naturally. Moreover, proud residents of Harderwijk will gladly continue using this bag in their daily lives.
A design with a story from Harderwijk
The design of the bag goes beyond just an attractive image. The bag features a photo of a painting of the Harderwijk fleet from 1931, showing old botters in front of Harderwijk from the time of the Zuiderzee. This gives the bag an authentic and nostalgic look. A special detail in this design is the HK83, the botter of Karel Foppen Sr.'s grandfather, who was also named Karel. This family line continues from Karel Foppen Sr. to Aart Foppen, owner of FF-PACKAGING, and his son Karel Foppen Jr.
For this occasion, we photographed Karel Foppen Sr. with the bag. In the background, his grandfather can be seen at the old mill of Harderwijk. One of the stories Karel shares adds even more depth to the design. He remembers waiting for his grandfather at the harbor and how they would walk around the harbor together after returning from fishing. It is precisely these kinds of personal stories that make a promotional product powerful and distinctive.
A unique collector’s item for participants
The botter sailing regatta is an event where companies rent a botter together and take part in a day full of experiences. The day revolves around fishing heritage, with delicious local delicacies and a sporting competition on the water. After a day of sailing and networking, each participant receives this special bag as a keepsake. Thanks to the combination of history, design, and quality, it becomes a true collector’s item that participants are happy to keep.
Why choose custom promotional bags
When you choose custom cotton bags, you are choosing more than just a practical product. You create a lasting memory that reinforces and showcases your story. Especially at events with a strong local or historical character, such as the botter sailing regatta, a well-thought-out design makes all the difference. Would you also like to have promotional bags designed that enhance your event and appeal to your target audience? Then customization combined with a strong story is the key to success.