Eco-Friendly Grocery Bags

Plastic grocery bags are everywhere and I admit, there are some pretty good use for them other than carrying my groceries home.  I started to pay attention as I drive around and see them hanging from trees, lining the freeway and reading about how they litter our world.  Living in California, there has been news about banning plastic grocery bags altogether by 2012.

The California Assembly has passed legislation prohibiting pharmacies and grocery, liquor and convenience stores from giving out plastic bags. The bill also calls for customers to be charged for using store-issued paper bags.  Ouch! 

The bill, AB 1998, still needs state Senate approval, but it made me think about how I can do my part and be more eco-friendly.  A little can go a long way and small steps add up, so I have gone the proactive route of buying my own reuseable eco-friendly grocery bags and not get stuck by surprise with a plastic bag charge.  If the bill passes, it will charge people for use of these plastic bags in hopes of reducing the use.  In my case, I choose to use these bags instead of having the law choose for me, and I feel good about doing my part. 

There are many bags to choose from and the styles are quite cool.  My next purchase will be one with a zipper and will put this on my list to give out for gifts this year.  If you are interested, take a look at some below:

Green Concept's Reusable Shopping Grocery Tote Bag - Collection of 4

Flip & Tumble Reusable Produce Bags, Set of 5 Flip & Tumble Reusable Produce Bags, Set of 5

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Peak Fresh Re-Usable Produce Bags, Set of 10 Peak Fresh Re-Usable Produce Bags, Set of 10

Sale Price: $2.87

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Features

  • Comes with 10 re-usable 10 x 16 inch bags with twist ties
  • Removes ethylene gas to prolong life and freshness of produce
  • Bags can be re-used for up to two months
  • Pre-cool warm fruits and vegetables in refrigerator before storing in bag
  • Wash and dry bag thoroughly before re-use
Waste-Less Bags Variety Pack (Pack of 6) Waste-Less Bags Variety Pack (Pack of 6)

List Price: $27.56
Sale Price: $19.29
You save: $8.27 (30%)

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Features

  • Six super strong bags; Each holds 25 lbs. and can fit 2X the items of a typical plastic grocery bag
  • Waste-Less Bags roll up so small they can fit in the palm of your hand
  • Waste-Less Bags are coated with polyurethane to make them strong and waterproof
  • The Waste-Less System is great for shopping, travel, trips to the beach, sporting events and much more
Compostable Plastic Grocery Bags, Medium, White, 500/Carton Compostable Plastic Grocery Bags, Medium, White, 500/Carton

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LARGE VOLUME ~ IKEA Tote Bags~ SET of (5) LARGE VOLUME ~ IKEA Tote Bags~ SET of (5)

List Price: $16.99
Sale Price: $9.99
You save: $7.00 (41%)

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Features

  • Product dimensions Length: 21 ¾ " Depth: 14 ½ " Height: 13 ¾ " Max. load: 55 lb Volume: 19 gallon
  • Care instructions Clean with lukewarm water. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
  • Shopping bag, large, blue
  • Use for LAUNDRY, GROCERY shopping, MOVING
  • A truly utilitarian and versatile tote bag
Portable Children's Backpack Portable Children's Backpack

Sale Price: $4.21

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Features

  • Perfect for children
  • Comes with safety name tag
  • Comes with reinforced zippers
  • Multiple pockets
  • Portable
Nature's Path Organic Mesa Sunrise Cereal, 26.4-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) Nature's Path Organic Mesa Sunrise Cereal, 26.4-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6)

List Price: $59.88
Sale Price: $34.87
You save: $25.01 (42%)

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Features

  • A unique medley of Indian corn, flax, and amaranth blended into crunchy, golden cereal flakes and naturally sweetened
  • Pack of six 26.4-ounce Eco Pac bags
  • USDA organic certified means that they are grown without synthetic herbicides, pesticides, and nasty chemicals
  • Contains the whole grain goodness of organic flax, buckwheat, and the ancient grains quinoa and amaranth
  • Certified gluten-free and wheat-free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization
  • All Nature?s Path gluten-free products are also non-GMO verified by the Non GMO project--for gluten-free diets, the additional level of purity assures that the foods are in their truest and purest forms and without any genetic modifications
  • All Nature?s Path products are kosher
  • Nature?s Path was the first USDA Certified producer of organic breakfast cereal in North America and they are the largest manufacturer of organic cereals to this day
Stash Premium Chai Spice Black Tea, Tea Bags, 20-Count Boxes (Pack of 6) Stash Premium Chai Spice Black Tea, Tea Bags, 20-Count Boxes (Pack of 6)

List Price: $20.88
Sale Price: $9.95
You save: $10.93 (52%)

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Features

  • Our interpretation of this classic Indian drink blends rich, flavorful Indian black teas with cinnamon, clove, ginger and cardamom
  • The brewed tea is very aromatic, with a flavor that is slightly sweet, strong, and penetrating, with lingering notes of almond
  • This tea is excellent plain or with milk (regular or evaporated) and sweetener
  • It is exceptional any time of day-as a rich morning cup, an enjoyable dessert tea, or as a special treat
  • Blended in the USA, with natural ingredients from around the world
Jaya CPLA Compostable Cutlery Kit with Napkin, 250-count Boxes Jaya CPLA Compostable Cutlery Kit with Napkin, 250-count Boxes

List Price: $74.79
Sale Price: $55.40
You save: $19.39 (26%)

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Features

  • Made from all-natural and sustainable resources
  • Compostable in commercial composting facilities
  • Heat- resistant to 185°F
  • Sturdy feel, stronger than starch plant based cutlery
  • All inner bag packaging utilizes compostable films
Heavy-duty Cotton Canvas Shoulder Zipper Tote Shopping Bag, Natural-Dark Green Heavy-duty Cotton Canvas Shoulder Zipper Tote Shopping Bag, Natural-Dark Green

List Price: $19.99
Sale Price: $10.99
You save: $9.00 (45%)

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Features

  • Heavy-Duty Cotton Canvas Tote. Zipper gusset top
  • Canvas colored bottom and strap. Front open pocket.
  • Material: 100% Cotton canvas
  • Size: 18"W x 15"H x 5"G Handle Length: 28 in
  • Natural-Dark Green Please see our other listings for Natural-Black, Natural-Navy Natural-Dark Green


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