Insulated tote bags - for when you need to bring home the bacon
Insulated tote bags - the safe way to transport groceries
Ok, I'll admit it - I buy an insulated grocery tote about every time I go to the grocery store as I always seem to forget them at the house or they're always in the other car. But, I'm about to change my ways. Why, you ask? Because I just bought four of these insulated grocery bags. That's two for each car which should do me.
I shop at Costco or other wholesale grocery stores a lot and stock up on both frozen items and fresh meats and vegetables. The only way to transport these items is in a good sturdy insulated tote bag. My purchases make it home in the same shape that they left the store which is always a good thing. Note: lettuce seems to be the one thing that doesn't transport so well, even in an insulated grocery bag. I've started adding a frozen ice pack to the grocery tote to help keep it cooler.
Note: no animals were harmed in the taking of the photo. That's wee Gizmo, my littlest adopted dog hitching a ride.
Enough chatter - the below insulated grocery totes are among the best I've been able to find. These reusable grocery totes are constructed well and should last for years. I've even been known to use one of my insulated totes as an impromptu ice cooler for parties!">
Insulated tote bags on Amazon.com
The below insulated grocery totes, especially the kerribags are among the best on the market. I prefer a bag that holds its shape when being loaded and these grocery bags do exactly that. These insulated tote bags would be a great Christmas stocking stuffer also.
Picnic time insulated totes
Picnic Time is a very reputable company for the manufacture of insulated tote bags. I like that these insulated totes have pockets so they can be used as a nice beach tote bag too - just put your sunscreen in the pocket, some ice and sodas (or beer!) in the tote and you're good for a day in the fun and sun.
Picnic Time Tahoe Extra Large Insulated Cooler ToteCHECK PRICE
Picnic Time Topanga Insulated Cooler ToteCHECK PRICE
Picnic Time Insulated Tote BagCHECK PRICE
If you're into DIY - Make your own insulated tote bag
Ok, I'll admit it; I cannot sew to save my life so I'm OUT on this one. But, for all you do-it-yourselfers out there, here's a nice video on youtube about sawing your very own insulated tote bag.
Thermos brand insulated tote bags
Thermos brand has long been a leader in keeping hot items hot and cold items cold, and their insulated grocery totes are no different. These bags all received high ratings on Amazon.com. The 9 can insulated tote would be perfect for a quick run to pick up dinner fixins' at the grocery store.
I have two of these bags, one lives in the trunk of each of my cars. These Thermos insulated tote bags have a heavier feel to me than some of the other bags.
Thermos 18 can insulated tote bagCHECK PRICE
Thermos smaller 12 can insulated tote bagCHECK PRICE
Sacs of Life insulated tote grocery bags
Sacs of Life bags come as a set of three (count 'em - THREE) grocery totes - 1 insulated tote, and 2 regular grocery sacks. The insulated tote has an elastic band so it folds down for easy storage; the other two bags fold into their own compact carrying cases.
Sacs of life - 3 bags!CHECK PRICE
Sacs of life - another set of 3 reusable grocery bagsCHECK PRICE
Insulated cooler bag backpacks
I think these insulated cooler bag doubling as backpacks would be a great way to carry home your purchases from a farmer's market. Just put in a few ice packs to keep the items cool.
Insulated tote bags on eBay.com
It's worth checking eBay for decent deals on insulated tote bags as they're sometimes cheaper than other places on the internet.
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