Need a diaper bag for transitioning OUT of diapers bags. :)

[jray]

Hi Friends,
I used to be really "hip" to all the coolest diaper bags, but now I'm out of touch. I have a Storksak (w/ faux fur) I use in the fall and winter, but as spring approaches I want something fresh (and not too expensive). My youngest will be 18 months this spring/summer, so I'm hoping I can start packing a bit lighter. I just need room for 6 diapers/wipes, sippy cup, snack holder, and a favorite blankie or small doll. Any ideas? :wink2:

ETA: I found a really cute diaper bag by Room Seven: http://www.jenklairkids.com/Eshop/10Expand.asp?ProductCode=f410b07. I love this (and the brand), but am wondering if I should go for something that would eventually transfer into a purse. Or should I say "to heck with it" and use this bag for fun outings, the beach, etc, once it's no longer a diaper bag? HELP!

[MamaKath]

If you love it, I would get it. Even if you have LOs out of diapers soon, you still have awhile to tote around their bits and pieces. And it would be a fun bag for outings together!

[MamaKath]

Can you get a wristlet or small purse to match it? I think that would extend its life as well.

[ang79]

That's a cute bag and you could always use it for travel or overnight trips once your little one is out of dipes. Little Dudes and Divas has the same bag for much cheaper, with free shipping:
http://www.littledudesanddivas.com/rsfnkybrnsm.html

If you want something more purse like, how about a Petunia Pickle Bottoms Toddler Tote or Fleurville Mini Sling Tote? Both are no longer made by the company but can be found on ebay or the yahoo babybags group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/babybags/

Or if you want something a bit bigger, a JuJuBe BeSmart tote bag? Not too diaper baggish and the tote style can be used later on. They are being discontinued as well and are on sale at Little Dudes and Divas.

Good luck!
Angie