Getting ready for the day and all my SULIbags are packed.  I have each filled and ready to go to the gym, swimming lessons, and the library.  So many great uses and so much MORE than just a reusable shopping bag!

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Did you know we designed the SULIbag Outie with you, the shopper, in mind?  That’s right!  We placed a 7” tall by 6” wide zippered pocket on our Outie bag for you to hold valuable items.  The Outie is reversible, allowing you to choose if you would like that pocket on the inside for more security or the outside for quicker access.

When I shop, I put my wallet, cell phone, shopping list, pen & lip gloss all in my my zippered pocket.  With the addition of such a simple feature, it allows you to go into the stores purse free, carrying only your favorite green reusable bags.

Don’t stop there.  When I take my girls to the park, I always grab a SULIbag.  Coats, waters, wipes inside the bag.  Keys, phone, wallet & Benedryl (for allergies) in the zippered pocket.

A trip to the winery definitely deserves a reason to tote your favorite green bag of choice.  Put your blanket and wine glasses inside your SULIbag and stash your corkscrew & cork mementos in the zippered pocket.

I think you are starting to get the idea of the many great uses of our SULIbag Outie and its wonderful zippered pocket.  What do you keep in yours?

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Did you know that those cotton ties on your SULIbag actually serve 2 purposes?  That’s right!  They not only let you tie your bags closed keeping your groceries contained, but they also allow you to keep your Innie bags rolled up nice and neat inside your Outie bag’s side pocket.

When designing our Innie bags, an important feature we wanted to include was the ability for the bag to become as physically small as a canvas bag would allow.  We rolled, folded, and wrapped every which way, testing out different possibilities.  At the end of the day, we decided rolling the bag worked best with our Outie bag.  What would work even better is if we had some sort of closure or tie that would secure the rolled bag preventing it from getting messy and bulky when storing.

Meanwhile, we were showing off our SULIbags to all our friends and the same question kept repeating itself over and over, “Do you have a way to close your bags so the groceries don’t spill out?”  After more brainstorming and testing we realized we could solve both concerns with one solution.  If we placed ribbon ties at the top of the bag, when full of groceries and purchases we can tie the SULIbag closed.  When we get home and empty the SULIbag, we can simply fold over the bags and roll from the bottom towards the top, using the ribbon ties to secure the rolled up Innie bag.

The ribbon ties are biodegradable and made from 100% natural cotton herringbone twill.

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Our Zoo Outie with it's Innie hanging out in it's side pocket.

I am beginning a blog series on the many GREAT features of SULIbags. Each week, I will focus on one important feature. I hope to give you a little more detail on our thought process when we designed the bags as well as give you many more great ideas on how to use your SULIbag.

Today I am highlighting the long side pockets featured on the SULIbag Outie. Originally, we came up with the idea of these pockets from our many diaper bags that we had for our kids. How handy are those side pockets anyways? You can put just about anything in them in like 2 seconds and be on your way. Brilliant!

The side pockets, found on each side of the SULIbag Outie are 6 inches wide and 15 inches long, making it roomy enough to hold up to 2 more rolled up bags on each side.

The WOW factor of these side pockets comes later, when you begin using your SULIbags for more than just your trip to the grocery store. I always take one to the park with me and store my kids sippy’s on one side and my water on the other. Don’t forget about the beach or pool either. Those side pockets hold much needed sunscreen, more water, and sunglasses too, keeping the inside free for your clothes and beach towels.  SULIbag Outies also make great picnic baskets since those nifty side pockets carry a bottle of wine or two ever so conveniently.

These are just a few great suggestions, and I know once you begin using your SULIbag Outie, you will find more great ideas and uses for those oh so convenient side pockets. When you do….let us know….we would love to hear from you!

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We are pleased to announce that Southbank Gift Company now carries SULIbags.  The store is located at 110 East High Street, Jefferson City, MO  65101.  Stop by and check them out!

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