Since I started shopping at Aldi a few weeks ago, I have been thinking more about reusable bags. Aldi requires you to bring your own bags when you shop (or buy theirs), so I’ve been slightly more conscious of remembering my reusable bags when I go shopping. (Though there was that infamous Aldi trip where I forgot my quarter for my cart AND I only had one bag with me… what a sight I’m sure I was, toting around everything in my arms…haha.)

I have two bags that I got from Bath & Body Works at Christmas time (for $1 a piece) that are somewhat similar to Envirosax (but much cheaper). They roll up into tiny packages that fit easily in my purse. They are cute (the ones I have are blue and green), but as far as I know they only sell them around Christmas as stocking-stuffers (correct me if I’m wrong).

This bag featured to the right is from Fresh Market. It has a flat bottom and is more canvas-y than my other two (which are thinner). I think it’s really cute… and it was only $1 as well! It holds a good bit. Only downside: it doesn’t fold up really small, so I can’t really keep it in my purse.

Besides my Aldi trips, I haven’t been very good at remembering to use my bags when I’m out shopping. I’m trying to get better at this!

Do you use reusable bags? What kind do you use? How do you remember to take them with you and use them when you shop?