Product Review: My Koteli (Reusable Foldable Shopping Bags)

I have seen a lot of reusable shopping bags popping all over the internet for a long time now and it is nice to see many companies paying attention to saving Mother-Earth. And while each companies have come up with their own unique type of bags, different styles, colors, prints, different materials, and what not, they each have one goal in mind. To save the wildlife. Just like Koteli. The owner's love for marine life as an avid recreational divers was the reason the company Koteli came to life. Read below for further information. 

About Koteli

"Koteli Inc. is a Massachusetts based company dedicated to the design and production of reusable/recyclable all-purpose bags. The idea to create Koteli Inc. came as a result of the passion of its co-founders for marine life as avid recreational divers and the realization that to make a difference they needed to have a more active participation to promote marine life preservation.
 

During their last dive in Waikoloa, Hawaii in 2012 a majestic sea turtle swam directly towards them and like this the logo of their company was born. It is estimated that more than 100 million marine animals are killed each year due to plastic debris in the ocean. More than 80% of this plastic comes from land that washes out from our beaches and streets while many others fly away from landfills into our seas. As a result, thousands of sea turtles accidentally swallow these plastics, mistaking them for food. They can't distinguish plastic bags between floating jellyfish which is a main component of their diet. Sea turtles become sick or even starve to death.

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Koteli designs and produces high quality, colorful reusable bags. Our vision is a world free of plastic bags, clean oceans and safe marine life.

WHAT IS KOTELI'S BAG MADE OF? 

Koteli's first bags were made of Nylon, but the new ones are Polyester because they keep brighter colors and does not wrinkle as much as Nylon. 

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF MY BAG
- Wash your bag separately from other types of fabrics. 
- Use cold water. Use non-chlorine bleach if needed. 
- Tumble dry low. 
- Iron when necessary, using a low temperature setting.

STREET POCKET PINK BAG
Price: $7.50
This street pocket pink color bag is specifically designed to fold into an attached 4"x 4" pouch. Pouch becomes an interior/exterior pocket. Bag dimensions 12" wide / 12" high / 6" deep + 8" ...
SKU:
20131007AA
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

- This street pocket pink color bag is specifically designed to fold into an attached 4"x 4" pouch.

- Pouch becomes an interior/exterior pocket.

- Bag dimensions 12" wide / 12" high / 6" deep + 8" length straps.

- Made of durable and strong 100% rip-stop Polyester.

- Holds the same content as 3 to 4 single-use plastic bags.

- Made without stitching in the bottom allowing you to carry more than 65 lbs per bag.

- Water resistant.

- Machine washable.

- True-flat bottom design.

STREET POCKET YELLOW BAG
Price: $7.50
SKU:
20131005AA
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

- This street pocket yellow color bag is specifically designed to fold into an attached 4"x 4" pouch.

- Pouch becomes an interior/exterior pocket.

- Bag dimensions 12" wide / 12" high / 6" deep + 8" length straps.

- Made of durable and strong 100% rip-stop Polyester.

- Holds the same content as 3 to 4 single-use plastic bags.

- Made without stitching in the bottom allowing you to carry more than 65 lbs per bag.

- Water resistant.

- Machine washable.

- True-flat bottom design.

The pink bag is bigger than the yellow bag. 

You can watch the video below to see how you can properly fold the Koteli Bag.

What Do I Think About The Bags?

- I am quickly drawn to the vibrant colors and fun prints of the Koteli bags. What used to be a boring utilitarian everyday shopping bags are now turned into fun and fashionable items. And an earth-friendly too! 

- Being able to use these bags to help save wildlife is enough reason for me. Plus, not only it is reusable, it is foldable too. You can fold it in its own pocket so you can store it in your bag/purse and have it ready the next time you shop. The Koteli bags don't take up a lot of space and the are lightweight. It is a great addition to my reusable grocery bags.  It was easy to take it out of the pocket and easy to fold it back in. But, in case you are having a hard time figuring out how to properly fold the bag, watch the video above. These bags don't smell funky at all. 

- I know these are reusable, foldable shopping bags, but I can use it for anything, basically. It is well-made and durable. It is not super thin and not stretchy. I also like to use the bags whenever we are on the road for my kids changing clothes, snacks, water, toys, books, diapers, wipes, and whatever it is that we need while we are out and about. And oh, these would make great beach bags as well for storing those wet clothes. Aha! It can be an everyday bag. 

- If this was my money, it was worth the buy. Yes, I am happy with the Koteli Reusable/Foldable Bag that I received. Their bags are available in different sizes, colors, and prints. Thank you, Koteli! 

The next time you are shopping for reusable bags, don't forget to check out Koteli's website. For your eco-conscious self. 

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