We recently had the opportunity to check out an amazing diaper/mommy/work/school bag from Amy Michelle! I know, sounds complicated, but it’s really the smartest bag I’ve seen in awhile! But before I go into how cool the Amy Michelle Eco Tote is, let’s back up a little.
The Dilemma…
When Lil’ Pea was, well, a Lil’-er Pea, we had the heavy duty diaper bag! You know the one that can hold everything and promises not to eat your items up in the process, yet somehow you can never find anything in it! Yea we had on of those. It was big enough to hold it all, yet completely failed in the function department. It was a diaper bag and nothing beyond that. Which seems a bit silly to me, considering the price of some of these diaper bags. I mean, c’mon you want me to shell out $350 for a diaper bag? Ok but that bag better be with me when the kids are in 3rd grade!
Women today need a bag that’s going to function as a diaper bag in the baby days, incorporating plenty of pockets for individual items AND can be used down the road as a purse or a tote bag. At least that’s my picture of a perfect diaper bag. Oh and let’s not forget it has to look good!
The Solution…
Amy Michelle offers bags and totes that start as diaper bags and later can be used for work, school or just about anything for that matter! With a few clicks of the adjustable strap you can go from wearing the Eco Tote on your shoulder to wearing it as a backpack, which I think may come in handy for my upcoming trip to Evo! Whether your headed to work, hopping on a plane, running errands or toting your Lil’ peanut with you, these bags offer one convenient way to transition between tasks without changing bags!
As a diaper bag…
Mom with babies will be thrilled to know that the Eco Tote comes with a changing pad, 2 internal and 2 external bottle pockets, a quick release pacifier holder, stroller attachments and compartments for diapers, wipes and bottles! What more can you ask for in a diaper bag?
Our Thoughts…
Amy Michelle sent us the Eco Tote to check out, an all-in-one recycled tote that can be used whether your with baby, at work, travel or anywhere for that matter! I originally intended it for use with Lil’ Pea. It’s big enough to fit everything, yet has multiple pockets so that I can designate certain things to certain areas, making sure that I don’t lose anything in the process. Turns out I don’t just use it just for my everyday running around, but it makes an amazing school bag. I can fit my mini HP laptop inside, along with my school books and all of my personal items that remain in there on a daily basis. The Eco Tote has an open pocket on the front, as well as a zippered pocket for important items like cell phones and keys that require easy access at all times.
Eco Friendly…
Let’s not forget the main focus of the Eco Tote and that’s the fact that its Eco Friendly! Each Eco Tote recycles about 11 water bottles and 8.5 oz. of fabric…pretty cool, eh? The Eco Tote features bright lining with green recycled symbol on the front, making a statement that you love mother earth!
More from Amy Michelle…
The Eco Tote was certainly my favorite, but Amy Michelle has so many more bags to choose from and they all rock! I love, love, love the Sweet Pea Bag in green and there’s so many more to choose from! The Eco Tote retails for $65 and you can score Free Shipping when you place your order..no coupon code needed (US only)!
Win it!
The fabulous folks at Amy Michelle are offering one lucky “Deal”ectible Mommies reader a Green Poppy Clutch (RV $50)! Just visit Amy Michelle and tell me which bag is your favorite and your entered to win!
Amy Michelle’s Poppy Clutch comes with a washable changing pad, compartments for diapers and wipes, a cell phone pocket and a zippered pocket. Perfect to throw on the handle of a stroller, on a suitcase or tucked under your arm for a night out on the town!
Extra Entries:
1. Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway
You can copy and paste this into twitter:
Win an Amy Michelle Diaper/Mommy Clutch from @dealectiblemom! ARV $50! http://tinyurl.com/yzl7ohb
2. *2 Entries* Fan “Deal”ectible Mommies on Facebook!
3. Subscribe to “Deal”ectible Mommies by Email or Subscribe to my feed.
4. Follow “Deal”ectible Mommies…You can Follow My Blog on my right-hand sidebar!
5. *2 Entries* Blog about this giveaway (please leave a link to the post)
6. Grab our button!
The boring stuff: Open to U.S. residents only. Giveaway will end on March 23rd at Midnight! Winner will be chosen using random.org!
Giveaway Disclaimer: Our sponsors are responsible for prize fulfillment. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery, although we hope it’s right away!
Disclosure: I was provided with the above mentioned bag for my review. My thoughts and opinions remain my own!
Lynn Fingerhut
I use my Skip Hop Duo diaper bag but think the Eco Tote is cuter and looks more spacious!!