January 11, 2021
All-Purpose Totes & Shopping Bags
With the countless plastic bag bans across the country, these reusable items make ideal alternatives.
American Ad Bag Co. (asi/35290)
Choose a tote that looks and feels like leather but is actually made from washable paper (WB12813). It can be put in the dishwasher or washing machine or cleaned simply by hand. Ten percent of profits go back to The Ocean Cleanup nonprofit organization; adbag.com
Bag Makers Inc. (asi/37940)
Pitch a cute tote (CVMI1013) that features flat cotton twill handles, cotton front and back panels, and natural-colored jute gussets and bottom. The interior gussets are laminated for added durability. Consider farmers markets and virtual conferences; bagmakersinc.com
Factory Express (asi/53507)
This thermal bag with clip (ZY78BW126) is made of aluminum foil and PET and holds up to 15 pounds. Insulation keeps food hot or frozen. Perfect for groceries, pizza, picnics and takeout orders; factoryexpressline.espwebsite.com
Gemline (asi/56070)
Finally, there’s an all-purpose tote (100018-090) that’s small enough to stow anywhere. It’s machine washable and designed with a 4” gusset for added support. Sewn-in hook and loop closure straps make it easy to pack away when not in use; gemline.com
Vitronic/IMAGEN Brands (asi/93990)
Made of nonwoven polypropylene, this pocket tote (A459) features two front slip pockets, a mesh pocket for water bottles, two pen loops, a zippered closure and long handles. Available in several two-tone color combinations; imagenbrands.com
Piel Leather Inc. (asi/78073)
Handmade in Colombia, this full-grain cowhide leather shopping bag (7067) can be debossed or embroidered. Long shoulder straps allow for easy portability and the extra-large size leaves plenty of room for belongings. Choose from saddle, black or chocolate; pielleather.com
Southern Plus (asi/88367)
Ideal for live or virtual events, this large eco-friendly tote bag (7102) is made from renewable, sustainable jute fibers and is also biodegradable. Features include leather handles, rivets, zippered closure and zippered inside pocket; southernplus.com
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