Spring 2008 trends: Eco-friendly shopping bags
Here’s a green trend that will hopefully stick.
Going green is not just commendable, it’s now stylish. Last summer, the I’m Not A Plastic Bag canvas bags caused such a craze you’d have thought that people were waiting in line for the newest video game system. This year, eco-friendly shopping bags are still the bag to have, but the only line you’ll have to stand in is the grocery checkout line.
Not to toot my own horn, but my husband and I started using canvas grocery bags before they were cool. We’re still using them, not just to save the planet, but also because they are easier to carry than those thin plastic bags and they don’t tear open spilling our groceries everywhere. Plus, I’ve had more compliments on them than all my other bags combined.
So if you want to save the planet in style, here are some bargain priced shopping bags to get you started. All ship internationally except where noted.
For basic canvas grocery bags, it’s hard to beat this deal from Groovy Earth: 12 bags for $39.99 — less than $3.50 per bag.
If you want to proclaim your greenness, then you can get a set of six bags from The Planet Bag for $29.99, just a dollar more than a single I’m Not A Plastic Bag tote.
For your fresh veggies and fruits, there are these produce bags made from organic cotton. Listed for $19.99, the 3-packs are now on sale for $16.99.
And if you don’t live right around the corner from a grocery store, don’t forget to bring an insulated tote bag to keep your ice cream from turning into soup. All seven colors are on now on sale for $5.99 each.
Small changes make a difference, but if you want to do more to help the planet, don’t forget the people in it. This World Food Programme Feed Bag is $59.95, but you’ll get more than just a bag; you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing that a school child will be fed for an entire year thanks to your purchase. Unfortunately, the bag itself can only be shipped to the U.S. and APO/FPO addresses at present, but the proceeds will do a world of good for children around the globe.
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An insulated tote bag–what a great idea!
Envirosax totes from nubiusorganics.com are a great option as well. 5 similarly-themed, very hip totes roll up into a pouch that easily fits in a purse or glove compartment.
Thanks, Elizabeth. Those do look like nice bags. Do they ship worldwide?
Hi Trisha,
Glad you like! My husband and I use one even though we do live right around the corner from a grocery store. I tend to be a slow shopper because I like to look at everything. With the insulated bag, we don’t have to worry about our meat spoiling while I compare prices, read every nutrition label, and look for new products. (Of course, I still drive my husband crazy.)
Hey,
I really like the price of those bags (or equivalent UK
Hi Sally,
Thanks, for the link. Those do look like nice bags, though more expensive. My intention in this post was to provide a selection of inexpensive starter bags, boring as they may be, but I do hope to feature snazzier totes in the future : )
Hey Meg,
Yeah, I agree that there are less expensive ones that do the job just as well, while still being environmentally sound. I’m a sucker for this kind of thing, though, so I went out and got a snazzier one. I’ll look forward to your next post on this.
Sal x
I like the bags at thegreenaura.com TheCanvas grocery bags is large size, has a big front pocket and I like the slogan”no more plastic, I choose to rescue!
Those do look nice, Jojojovi! And I love their slogan!
I just wanted to chime in and let you all know about a terrific set of bags that I’ve found by SKN. Not only great visually but roomy sturdy and comfortable too. They offer a 100% certified organic version. They are made in the USA. They plant a tree for every order that they receive. What more could you ask for from a purchase? Check them out http://www.getskn.com
I found some fun, funky cotton canvas shopping bags online. They’re made by a company called bukabags. The designs are great, plus the bags are made in the USA, have long handles to go over your shoulder and are big enough to hold lots of groceries. My friend also told me they are offering a 20% discount if you use the discount code “bukabuds”. Take a look: http://www.bukbags.com
I bought mine from Envirotrend (http://www.envirotrend.com.au/). They’re pretty, and I don’t have to lug an ugly green bag around! :p