The humble cotton tote bag has become something of a fashion item, one that sends the message that certain brands are eco-conscious, but they are not as good for the environment as we think, says ...

First, they doubled all the numbers for organic cotton totes because they’re smaller in volume than the average LDPE bag—but only by about 2 liters. Halve that and you’re already down to ...

Even though the bag is crafted from 100 percent cotton, it feels just as thick and stiff as the original canvas Boat and Tote. It holds its shape, which I appreciate.

Global sales of recycled fabric bags are exploding. Future Market Insights pegs the market at USD 2 billion today, heading ...

Filson’s Tin Cloth Open Supply Tote is now on sale for $93, which is 50% off of the retail price of $185. Filson is ...

The best way to replace plastic bags is by making cloth and canvas ones. Cotton is a renewable resource. There could be many individuals with sewing machines who would sew together and make cloth ...

Filson is known for making hardwearing outerwear, and the same adjective applies to its luggage. Here is a review of the brand’s 48-Hour Tin Cloth duffle bag.

Are you using a cotton tote or heavy-duty plastic bag for your shopping? The answer to what’s the greenest replacement for a single-use plastic bag isn’t straightforward but it boils down to ...

The reinforced polyester-cotton fabric bags are a sturdy, canvas-like material that holds up well, even after three washes. Photo: Michael Hession.

Many of us are drowning in reusable bags — cloth totes or thicker, ... a cotton bag needs to be used 50 to 150 times to have less impact on the climate compared with one single-use plastic bag.