s/o plastic bag ban

sm23

A bunch of us on the Northern California board were talking about this today and about reusable plastic bags. Can any of you recommend some decent ones you like that are made from sustainable materials and aren't made in China?

CDMay2006

I generally get mine used... probably still manufactured outside the states, but it's not so relevant at that point... 

You might try etsy and look for hemp/organic cotton blend or re-purposed fabric .

pixieprincss

I agree with PP--you can't go wrong with buying used! Those promos totes that companies give at conferences, etc. are usually dirt cheap at thrift stores and yard sales in my area.

IndiaInk

I love the ChicoBags, (http://www.chicobag.com/) since they stuff into a tiny pouch that fits in my purse.  I never forget my reusable bags anymore, because of that.  They hold a TON of groceries too.  I just scoured their site though, and it looks like the bags are made in China (see FAQ) but they are a part of the Fair Labor Association.

LolaGeek

I have been using RuMe bags for a couple years now and love them - they fold up small (I usually have at least one in my purse at all times), can hold a lot, are comfortable to wear either over your shoulder or carry by hand, are super strong, and I get compliments on them almost every time I use mine. They are made in South Korea, but it looks like they're made responsibly and in good conditions.

For food bags (produce, bulk nuts, etc.), I like Kootsac on Etsy. She makes a variety of sizes, in ripstop nylon, silk, and cotton. I get lots of nice compliements on these at the supermarket as well )

SuperGreen

I love my Chico bags too.  I see from the FAQ that they are made in China, however they have a zero-waste program, their headquartes has a waste diversion program, and they're part of the Free Labor Association

http://www.chicobag.com/t-partnerships.aspx

I *love* my Chico bag, since it's attached to my purse I haven't used a plastic bag in years.  I also have a ragtag collection of big bags, they're mostly from grocery stores.  I know my local Salvation Army has a huge collection of misc. bags for $1 each.  Buying used is greener than buying an organic cotton or hemp bag, since it's unlikely the cotton or hemp was grown in the U.S. even if the bag was manufactured here.