Plastic store bags can break after continued use, are ugly and do real harm to wildlife and the environment. But some reusable shopping bags are just too bulky to carry in your purse or pocket, and others are pretty flimsy. That's why we created a convenient, stylish and durable solution, a tupelo bag! Check out our reviews:
“It's compact and fits in almost any purse, so I always have it whether I'm popping into the store on the way home or see something in the window I just have to have.”
“I feel good about contributing to a healthier planet every time I choose it over a plastic bag.”
“I used to keep a big plastic bag in my purse, but tupelo bags are such space-saver! I also love how it doesn't get tangled up with the other items in my purse.”
“As a competitive rower, I always had the problem of being stronger than my shopping bag - even the big square reusable ones. tupelo bags can hold up to 20 kg of groceries -I have found my match!”
“I love the long shoulder straps! Now I can keep my hands warm in my pockets and don't have to drop everything to dig for my keys. It makes it so much easier to carry heavy things too!”
“I love this bag because it doesn't scream "I shop at Albert Heijn" whenever I am in a Dirk store and vice versa. It's multi-functional, so I use it for the gym, running errands, and as a day-bag too. With so many uses, it is an incredible value!"
“My family does everything we can to eliminate waste, so we are thrilled to have our 5 tupelo bags so we have a cute and convenient way to reuse our bags.”
eco-friendly
There is no question about it: plastic bags are a huge threat to the environment. Millions end up in landfills each year, and hundreds of thousands of bags interfere with ecosystems and food chains.
At tupelo, we hope our reusable shopping bags will help you reduce your impact on plastic bag waste. Every little step in the direction of greener living helps us all get closer to a healthier planet.
Plastic bag facts
Single-use plastic bags can remain on the earth for up to 1000 years! They actually never biodegrade, but rather photodegrade by breaking into smaller and smaller pieces over time that end up in soil, waterways, and ingested accidentally by animals.
Hundreds of thousands of sea turtles, whales, and other aquatic life die each year due to accidental consumption of plastic bags mistaken for food.
The United Nations Environment Programme estimates that there are 46,000 pieces of plastic litter floating in every square mile of ocean.
At least 267 marine species have suffered from getting entangled in or ingesting marine debris, which nearly 90% of is plastic.
Small changes you can make
Use your reusable tupelo bag! We've made it super small and convenient to carry, so don't forget to stash it in your purse or coat pocket after each use.
Gather all of the plastic bags you have accumulated and find new functions for them instead of throwing them in the trash. Here are a few ideas that make them go a long way: - Small hanging bags for shirts and skirts - Floor protectors when you're painting - Bicycle seat covers when it is raining - Recycle them!
Get other people involved! tupelo bags make great gifts for anyone and everyone.