CiderLogan
01-15-2005, 03:07 PM
I lurk here a lot and don't post that often, but I wanted to post a quick review of my new Lands End medium tailored tote diaper bag. I was looking for the following features:
-adjustable messenger bag type strap but without traditional messenger bag flap over the opening to the bag
-zipper closure on main compartment but some outside pockets
-medium size (I consider myself a light packer but have a DD who likes lots of snacks and toys on the go)
-pocket on inside for wallet, pocket on outside for keys, cellphone pocket somewhere
-place for sippy cup
Here's how I pack it:
Main area:
-2 size 4 diapers, disposable changing pad in ziploc bag, and small package of wipes on the bottom
-2 small board books, toy cell phone, snack-trap, and rubbermaid container with graham crackers in the rest of the space
-there's a bit of extra space on top if I need to cram in something else
Inside pockets:
-one side has a small zipper pocket for my wallet, lip balm, etc.
-other side has two larger mesh pockets: one is my "Restaurant" pocket and holds a ziploc with a few crayons and some paper for coloring and another ziploc with disposable placemats, disposable Bibsters, and a few Take-n-Toss forks and spoons; the other is my "Cleanup" pocket that holds hand/face wipes and some tissues
Outside pockets:
-front left has cellphone pocket which fits my phone well; I also keep a paci in a ziploc bag in there
-front right is where I stick my keys (the pockets are quite deep so I don't feel too worried about sticking my keys in there - note: this bag has a key fob, but I've never really gotten into those)
-back left and back right pockets are kept empty so they can hold a sippy cup, my coupon organizer, our reusable placemat for eating out, or whatever we might need for a particular trip
http://www.landsend.com/cd/fp/prod/0,,1_2_1943_47583_116055_94502_5:view=-1,00.html?CM_MERCH=PAGE_47581&sid=8046161515818154040
Anyway, I have found others' reviews on this site so helpful, so I wanted to give back! Hope this helps someone.
Jenny
Mom of Julia, 8/03
(edited to fix typo)
-adjustable messenger bag type strap but without traditional messenger bag flap over the opening to the bag
-zipper closure on main compartment but some outside pockets
-medium size (I consider myself a light packer but have a DD who likes lots of snacks and toys on the go)
-pocket on inside for wallet, pocket on outside for keys, cellphone pocket somewhere
-place for sippy cup
Here's how I pack it:
Main area:
-2 size 4 diapers, disposable changing pad in ziploc bag, and small package of wipes on the bottom
-2 small board books, toy cell phone, snack-trap, and rubbermaid container with graham crackers in the rest of the space
-there's a bit of extra space on top if I need to cram in something else
Inside pockets:
-one side has a small zipper pocket for my wallet, lip balm, etc.
-other side has two larger mesh pockets: one is my "Restaurant" pocket and holds a ziploc with a few crayons and some paper for coloring and another ziploc with disposable placemats, disposable Bibsters, and a few Take-n-Toss forks and spoons; the other is my "Cleanup" pocket that holds hand/face wipes and some tissues
Outside pockets:
-front left has cellphone pocket which fits my phone well; I also keep a paci in a ziploc bag in there
-front right is where I stick my keys (the pockets are quite deep so I don't feel too worried about sticking my keys in there - note: this bag has a key fob, but I've never really gotten into those)
-back left and back right pockets are kept empty so they can hold a sippy cup, my coupon organizer, our reusable placemat for eating out, or whatever we might need for a particular trip
http://www.landsend.com/cd/fp/prod/0,,1_2_1943_47583_116055_94502_5:view=-1,00.html?CM_MERCH=PAGE_47581&sid=8046161515818154040
Anyway, I have found others' reviews on this site so helpful, so I wanted to give back! Hope this helps someone.
Jenny
Mom of Julia, 8/03
(edited to fix typo)