The Story Behind VolksBaggin

My name is Susie, owner and designer of VolksBaggin. I hand-craft "New" VW vintage-style upholstery interiors into an exciting new life - Tote Bags, Key Fobs, Wallets and More!

I bought my very first Volkswagen right out of high school. I loved the beauty and simplicity of the car! I drove a few more bugs before moving onto a bigger car.

In 1998 I moved from NH to CA, landing a job at West Coast Classic Restoration, a One-Stop Shop offering restorations in all things VW. I started off helping in the office. I listened and learned all about VW upholstery interiors: the colors, the textures, and the years the fabric was used. I currently now manage the upholstery part of the business.

The Idea - How VolksBaggin Started . . . I’ve been asked this question many times, and I love telling the story! It all started with a little bag that I started carrying around with me. Again, and again I heard “what a cute little bag.”

I'd been helping out at many local VW shows. After a much needed break I walked from vendor to vendor ready to buy something, anything, but everything was for guys, "WHAT" . . . and that was the day my “cute" little bag became VOLKSBAGGIN.

At my next VW show in 2005 I brought 50 bags to sell. I sold all 50 that day!
Today my VolksBaggin line of accessories has grown to include Key Fobs, Coin Purses, Checkbook Covers (yes they still use them), Wallets and “The Famous” tote bag, nicknamed “Seat Bag.”

Getting a mention in local newspapers, various VW Magazines (most recently, Hemming Sports and Exotic Cars) or a contract with VW DriveGear-Official Volkswagen Merchandise - rewards like that keeps me going.