I’ve just recently started using these bags when I go shopping.  I was sort of forced into it, as my most local grocery store converted to requiring you to purchase the plastic bags.  Part of me decided this wasn’t a good idea because who wants to spend the extra money, and the other part of me thinks it’s a great idea to just use the canvas bags anyway…to save the wasted use of plastic.

I’ve purchased bags from 4 different stores, and I’ve found my favorite.

Bottom Dollar (the old Food Lion) has nice bags, but they’re entirely too small.  Strategic design I guess…you have to purchase more of them to haul your groceries.

Harris Teeter has wonderful bags.  Very large, extremely sturdy, and they come with a nice plastic bottom to hold them flat when you’re filling up.  Nice feature.

But my favorite has to come from Target.  They’re a bit larger than Harris Teeter’s bags, but that’s not why I love them.  I love them because they fold up and fit in my purse.  And to boot, they only cost $.99 each.

Next time you’re in Target, stop and pick up a few…maybe 5 or 10.  You’re not only paying a tiny amount for the convenience, you’re also doing a little for the environment at the same time.