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I found some awesome nylon bags with no paint- so no lid. They are also machine washable. 6 of them fit into a tiny pouch but they unfold and are big. I also got one by itself that folds up into a tiny pouch for my purse. They are also very strong. I love them. They cost a quite a bit more than the ones in the grocery stores but they are so much nicer!

If you want to go green and be safe, make your own tote bags re-purposing items found around the house or buy your own (made in the USA) fabric.

Martha Stewart always has great ideas, below are some links to instructions and patterns for tote bags on her site. I could only post a few because of the URL restrictions, scroll through and you will see some great ideas.

If you purchase bags, I would suggest only buying plain bags that are Made in the USA. I won't buy those store brand tote bags. I would never pay to be a walking advertisement for any business, especially when there are so many other options.

Mesh Bag

Denim Tote - made from old jeans

Tote made from pillow case

T-shirt Tote