momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Where can I find a pretty tote bag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/27/catid/22/ I have several friends with this one, I have been thinking about getting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 Oops, forgot to mention that I'm not looking for thirty one items. I want something pretty like thirty one, but none of the thirty one items suit me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readwithem Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Lands End has very sturdy tote bags in tons of colors. If you subscribe to their emails, they generally have one day sales on them - a few years ago I got some for about $10 for the teachers at the school where I tutor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 If you're crafty, there are several great patterns out there, including some free ones (search "free tote bag patterns"). The fabric available in quilt shops is fabulous these days - great designs, wonderful colors and high quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Target, Walmart, Kohl's--just about any store here has some. Just FYI, I was reading yesterday about totes for groceries--be sure to wash them frequently as they can harbor bacteria. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeacherZee Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Vera Bradley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 What sort are you considering pretty? Floral? A certain shape or size? I love a good leather tote, myself-- Depends on the purpose,tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-M- Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 I use Duluth Pack's Sportsman Tote to carry school "stuff" (e.g., my books, work to be corrected, an iPad, etc.). My bag is three years old and looks as good or better than it did when I got it. Their tote variations include leather / canvas (like mine), wool/canvas, denim, and all-leather. Good-looking bags, and Duluth has a terrific guarantee. (I use one of their Field Satchels regularly, too.) I've had LL Bean and similar canvas totes, but they seem so bedraggled after just one tough season. The Duluth -- perhaps because of the leather handles, bottom, and trim -- just keeps going. As a woman who is somewhat "bag obsessed" (*wry grin*), I often receive new bags for my birthday and/or Christmas. This year, it's looking like ColsonKeane's tote. My husband and daughters already gave me an early gift: the "Dan Bag" from Art over at Renaissance Leather. But I know the CK bag would get good use. It looks pretty yummy, too. Do you like Etsy? Enter "leather tote" under "Handmade." I purchased an oversized mail-satchel style bag in suede last fall. Beautiful work. Compliments galore when I take it out. (It makes a great bag for the library or market.) And so reasonable. The fella who made my replica mail satchel is no longer making bags, but that was also a terrific Etsy purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
school17777 Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 I bought a Scout bag this summer and I use it all the time. It has a lifetime warranty so if it rips or the straps come off, I can send it in for a new one. eta: I have a pocket rocket bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 Thanks for the links. I'm looking for something to carry books, clipboards and notebooks. A nice pattern (floral maybe) and not thermal lined Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 And affordable (can't spend 200+) was thinking under $20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustEm Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 I know you said no to the thrity one bags but I use my organizing utility tote for that exact purpose but I added an open top file box to it and it is wonderful! But I also needed something that would hold hanging folders. I searched for a long time looking for something to meet my needs and that was the only thing that fit all my criteria. just thought that may be helpful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Thanks for the links. I'm looking for something to carry books, clipboards and notebooks. A nice pattern (floral maybe) and not thermal lined I have a couple of LLBean canvas totes that are good for this. Very sturdy. I prefer the large size for outings. But we have an XL that we use for our library trips. Dh's dad used it for tools many years ago and except for being stained the fabric and seams have held up well for all these years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 I have a couple of LLBean canvas totes that are good for this. Very sturdy. I prefer the large size for outings. But we have an XL that we use for our library trips. Dh's dad used it for tools many years ago and except for being stained the fabric and seams have held up well for all these years. I wish they had patterns! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 I know you said no to the thrity one bags but I use my organizing utility tote for that exact purpose but I added an open top file box to it and it is wonderful! But I also needed something that would hold hanging folders. I searched for a long time looking for something to meet my needs and that was the only thing that fit all my criteria. just thought that may be helpful The thirty one bags are awkward sizes. Not impressed with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 I wish they had patterns! Yes, they are rather plain. Perhaps you could take up fabric painting? :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonfirmath Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 You might check out Ju-Ju-Be Superbes! Here they are on their site: http://shop.ju-ju-be.com/SearchProduct.aspx?txtSearch=super%20be Or on Amazon. Cobalt Blossoms: http://www.amazon.com/Ju-Ju-Be-Zippered-Diaper-Pockets-Platinum/dp/B00ECR3HDO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382550243&sr=8-1&keywords=jujube+super+be Perfect Paisley: http://www.amazon.com/Ju-Ju-Be-Super-Zippered-Diaper-Pockets/dp/B00B99RFYU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1382550243&sr=8-4&keywords=jujube+super+be Some of the old Mighty Be options: http://www.amazon.com/Ju-Ju-Be-Mighty-Diaper-Shadow-Waltz/dp/B003UERRRM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1382550243&sr=8-5&keywords=jujube+super+be (Mighty Bes are a bit smaller than the Super Be, and don't have zippers.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Maybe something from Global Girlfriend? I've bought a number of things from them, and I've been really pleased with the quality. I especially like the totes made from recycled rice bags, but their other patterns are pretty, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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