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Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Derwin28 — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 05:50:30 GMT

With more and more grocery stores opting out of plastic and paper, I would like to see California Innovations bring back item #5741986401, Set of 5 2-in-1 insulated totes. Bought these in 2018 and they are great for many things but awesome for groceries especially. My older sons like them but CI currently does not offer this basic set. Also colors that a man could carry (black, navy, etc.) comfortably. Please consider. Thanks

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Kachina624 — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 06:43:38 GMT

This is another example of QVC buyers missing the bost. Levels of government all over the country are electing to eliminate plastic bags. An ordinance just went into effect in the City of Albuquerque; Santa Fe started this a year or so ago. There are no really nice but sturdy bags available. I got some on Amazon but doubt they'll last long. Plain white canvas.

Another opportunity missed.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Mistic — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 07:42:22 GMT

Yes! These totes are great. I purchased 2 sets. We have been using them ever since, and not a one has any issues. No broken snaps, insides have no rips or holes, etc. Cold food stays cold, hot foods stay hot. Easy to clean out the inside, too.

I'm sorry to hear that the Q no longer sells them. Quality product. I don't get it.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

shaggygirl — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:14:02 GMT

That set of 5 made perfect add-on Christmas gifts one year. Gave a few out added to a gift card and a couple to friends with whom I just exchange small gifts. But I'm still using the set of Sachi bags the Q sold many years ago. A wee bit smaller in size than the California Innovations but great patterns and beautifully made. I've seen the Sachi somewhere, I think Amazon, but not a set of 5 of the same size like the Q sold.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Gorgf — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:37:28 GMT

They are nice and the ones I bought had the gift box. I think they were a TSV twice and now gone. I gave one to my female mail carrier in the summer as a surprise as she is so good compared to the ditzy one she replaced. She gave me a Thank you sticky note. I gave a navy one to a man who works out of his truck as more suited to a guy. Great gifts.

I see more and more people bringing their own bags to stores. Wal-Mart ones are so thin they tear. One local market gives you a nickel credit for bringing in your own bags.

Mine have held up well also.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

fthunt — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 14:01:30 GMT

I see Mary ? Louise on constantly with Calif Innov - especially with David's shows. Several pieces in each set.

I bought one set last year for a trip and they held up perfectly. Check QVC's inventory.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

DottieD — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:06:53 GMT

They had on a set of 5 (various sizes) right before Christmas which I ordered. I promptly returned it though as I didn't particularly care for the way it looked in person.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

loriqvc — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 01:33:12 GMT

@DottieD - I also ordered that recent TSV batch and was completely disappointed; the material and construction of those tote bags were terrible, and I too returned mine and had to come up with a new idea for one of my holiday gift exchanges. I have many CI bags and carriers and use them often—hopefully if the totes return in the future, the quality will as well.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

DottieD — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 14:16:25 GMT

@loriqvc I'm glad I wasn't the only one. I ordered the grey heather and thought the material would be canvas-like, but was extremely disappointed at how flimsy it was. I think that's the first time I have sent something back the day I received it.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

onliner — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 20:54:13 GMT

In my state, we have had to supply our own bags for several years. I purchased CA Innovation totes and before that Rachel Ray market totes. I always get compliments on these bags from the cashiers. They have worn well and I love the insulation on the inside.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Diva on The Q — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 22:52:29 GMT

@Derwin28: Mary Louise, vendor with California Innovations was just on David's show (I'm pretty sure it was David) the other day, selling those totes. She'll probably be back with more during the spring and summer seasons.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

hennypenny — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 23:06:49 GMT

I live in Santa Barbara and we have had to supply our own bags for several years. I love the California innovations bags. Last year I used them instead of Christmas wrap or bags.

Re: Bring Back California Innovations Totes

Derwin28 — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 04:31:07 GMT

@divaontheQ. Yes... Unless they sold out immediately, I don't think they're the same set. This set was all the same size, nothing fancy or "designer," although I think some basic patterns were offered, Mine have held up great and cashiers do comment on them. But most important...basic colors in one set that a guy can use. But thx for your input! 👍