As I have grown up with bags available at every shop, I am forever forgetting to bring bags with me on the Big Island of Hawaii, which has an ordinance against stores giving away bags. These net bags, a familiar sight in Europe, fit easily into purse or pocket and expand to hold a large sack of whatever. They are particularily good with lumpy fruits and veggies. The colors are fun and the bags launder well.

Even if plastic bags are permitted in your locale, do the planet a favor and buy a set of these bags!