Rebagz Eco-Chic Handbags to Debut on QVC

LOS ANGELES, CA, May 18 (MARKET WIRE) --
On May 22, Rebagz(TM) Eco-Chic Handbags will make their debut on QVC, the
largest television home shopping network in the U.S., at 5 p.m. Eastern/2
p.m. Pacific. Three designs of Rebagz' Small Cinchy Tote will be featured
on the channel's "Green Living" show: "Magnolia," "Jasmine" and "Sun
Rice," all colorful and perfect for springtime. "Our clients say that the
tote's curvy style and its convenient size make it a great summer bag,"
says Rebagz creator Marty Stevens-Heebner, who's also president of Half
the Sky Designs LLC, the company that makes the bags.

"QVC is the perfect showcase for our beautiful bags because it provides us
with the chance to tell our story to millions of home shoppers," says
Stevens-Heebner. "We believe in style as much as sustainability and I hope
that by reaching QVC's large audience we'll get more shoppers to think
about how their handbags are made and who's making them."

Rebagz' unique handbags, made under fair trade conditions from vibrant
recycled juice packs and rice sacks, have become so popular since their
summer 2007 launch that they're now sold in over 400 stores in five
different countries. Rebagz have been featured in dozens of magazines in
the U.S. and internationally, as well as on hit TV shows.

America Ferrera has worn Rebagz' Multi-Colored Large Tie Tote on several
episodes of "Ugly Betty." Other celebrities who have Rebagz include
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Kate Walsh and Serena Williams, and many
others.

The Rebagz line was recently expanded to include the Wrap Around Bag, the
T-Zoid Clutch, and The Keeper, which are perfect for cameras and cell
phones. Rebagz continues to offer favorite silhouettes like the Cinchy
Tote, Pop Top Bag, Sleek Tote and Messenger Bag.

Stevens-Heebner has a talent for designing not only handbags, but shoes as
well. Her passion for turning trash into fashion inspired her to write
"Altered Shoes: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Footwear Fabulous"
(Krause Publications, 2009, ISBN-13: 978-1600611261, $22.99). The new book
provides easy step-by-step instructions to re-fashion your old shoes into
unique and beautiful new styles, and also includes the author's interviews
with women who talk about their favorite shoes.

"Our shoes and handbags accompany us on our journeys through life," says
Stevens-Heebner. "Having our bags on QVC is a thrilling leap on our
journey."

A world traveler and former human rights worker, Stevens-Heebner works
closely with the people in the Philippines who make her handbags, ensuring
proper treatment and fair pay. She also donates one dollar from every
Rebagz order to Global Exchange (www.globalexchange.org), a humanitarian
organization she has worked with in Chiapas, Mexico.

Stevens-Heebner will be one of the recipients of the California Small
Business Award, which is given to recognize the contributions of the small
businesses that make California thrive, on May 26 in Sacramento, Calif.
She was selected for this award by State Senator Carol Liu, from
California's 21st District. Each state senator is asked to honor a small
business owner from their district for their outstanding contribution.

For more information on Rebagz or Stevens-Heebner, visit www.rebagz.com.
Register on the site and instantly receive 25% off your purchase and be
entered to win a $500 Rebagz shopping spree.

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