Looking for Tote Bag with good Organization

[MomtoAveryAndCamryn]

I am searching for a diaper tote bag that has lots of interior pockets. My 8 month old has decided to wean from BFing and I now find myself having to carry bottles around. I have a Kecci Shanghai and I like the bag, except things get lost down in the bottom and it's hard to dig through with one hand.

I used to love the backpack style but it's starting to bother me.

I'd like a tote bag, with long enough handles so I can put it over my shoulder and it not hang down too low. I'd also like to only spend between $25-$30 (if possible).

Thanks!

[julieakc]

Check out this ebay seller..could work for you:

http://stores.ebay.com/Miss-Ocean-Designs_W0QQssPageNameZstrkQ3amefsQ3amesstQQtZkm

[mommato2boys]

Landsend has a tote, not sure if it would fit on your shoulder though, that would fit your price range kinda close.

Also, the vera bradley baby bags are really nice, not in that price range, but you might could find an older print cheaper.

Or
Target has some nice designer knock off bags that might be nice, worth a look.
HTH!

[MamaKath]

Because of your price restriciton you may want to try some of the big box places (Target, Walmart, etc) first. Organization can be added to any tote by getting a "faux" escape pod (the Escape Pods by Fleurville are great, but pricey)- a travel orgainzer usually in the travel or cosmetic sections of the above stores for around $10.

For a true tote bag like a boat tote(which wouldn't have much in the way of interior pockets) check LLBean and Lands End. I favor LLBean on these since their canvas totes are still made in the US. You can add a small organizer and a small lunch bag to tote bottles and food as customization to meet your needs.

Lands End has the large Diaper tote which is a great bag, but BIG. It does easily go over your arms. It has 3 sections with lots of pockets. It is a wonderful bag for long days out or traveling. These are overstocks as they are no longer making them. They also have the Do-It-All which opens like a wide mouthed doctor bag and has a sportier look. Check Landsend.com for that one.
http://aka.landsend.com/IMAGES/PRODUCT/79610.AE.04._.49.jpg
http://www.landsend.com/cd/ov/prod/0,,2_17273_17280_66732_141278_119521_9:view=-1,00.html?sid=2470141255983136670&CM_MERCH=SRCH

Ellington Leather also makes some great totes. The Inflight and Small Inflight come to mind. Higher in price than you desire though.
http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/images.ebags.com/images/products/20254_SQ250.jpg
http://www.ebags.com/ellington_leather_goods/in_flight_tote_small_nylon/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=20254

Other places have assorted bags but not standard stock like www.sierratradingpost.com and www.overstock.com so they might be worth a search or two. Sometimes you can find totes like the Ameribags (kind of backpack/messenger/tote hybrids with lots of organization) on their at discounts.

HTH~

[tribegirl3]

I just got this Amy Coe bag at Target, it cost $25 I think. I really like that it's not too big but can hold a lot of stuff. There are two side bottle pockets that can hold the large sippy cups and 2 pockets in the front. There are three mesh pockets and one large zippered compartment inside and the bag zips closed. The changing pad has a separate compartment in the back.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v691/tribegirl3/cloth%20diapers/IMG_1594.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v691/tribegirl3/cloth%20diapers/IMG_1595.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v691/tribegirl3/cloth%20diapers/IMG_1597.jpg

They had a lot of knockoffs so if this isn't the type you are looking for, you might find something else! I also saw a sling tote wannabee, also about $25.

HTH!

Angie

[pampamz]

Oh! I like this Amy Coe bag -- is that a little paci holder on it?

[tribegirl3]

Yes! It's a paci holder, I forgot to mention that. They had another one that was similar to it, slightly larger in white with black trim. I hope you can find one that works for you!

Angie