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[Tinkrbl44]

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@Nightowlz wrote:

The California Innovations bags I have are insulated. If you are looking for insulated the bags from Improvements on HSN are not insulated.

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@Nightowlz   @Melzie 

A few years ago I changed how I grocery shop.  Sometimes I'm running errands and want to pick up a few things, and the grocery store isn't always my last stop on my planned route.

I'm in SoCal, and I really hate putting cold groceries in a hot car.  So I leave a cooler in my trunk and take an ice pack for it when I leave the house.   That way, the cold stuff can go in there and food temps aren't an issue.

Another thing I've done is shop at locations that have covered parking.  What a huge difference THAT made.  

[JeanLouiseFinch]

We have a set of California Innovations bags that have served us well.  I'm seriously thinking about ordering the latest small cooler collaboration between David, Life Is Good, and California Innovations.  

[Krimpette]

I have about 4 sets of California Innovations bags.  I use them for a variety of things.  There were some pretty negative reviews on Improvements bags.  (I always check the reviews sorting by lowest to highest ratings.)

[Tinkrbl44]

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@Desertdi wrote:

Plus, other color choices:

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Question for anyone ......

How many pounds can these bags hold?  

I'm asking because I tried one of these and the strap came off one side and I dropped the bag.  I wonder if because the bigger bags would encourage you to stuff them to capacity?

Personally, I buy the bags at the grocers and use them several times.  

What do you consider the "safe" weight limit for these bags?  

[LizzieInSRQ]

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@Melzie wrote:

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@Nightowlz wrote:

The California Innovations bags I have are insulated. If you are looking for insulated the bags from Improvements on HSN are not insulated.

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Thanks.  That answers one question. Are they made of the same material or cheaper, if you know.  :-)   I do have some I got from Amazon but the ones I chose seemed to be more papery than plasticy.  

Also, thanks to everyone who has responded. :-)  

Please note there are different types of California Innovation bags sold on QVC. The one i have were sold in groups of 5 and were on sale for $24.95.  Thus was a few years ago.  There are different configurations at times too.   The ones ihave are not isulated but are lined. Have ridged bottoms and very sturdy fabric handles. Support 45lbs each but i would never have that much  in one.

Compare features and prices and weight tolerances. 

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[WORKING GAL]

@Melzie- While ITKWD had a lot of food items, it was not all food. There were other kitchen items as well as the Airvana cordless fan and the Ninja Creamie.

[Nightowlz]

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@LizzieInSRQ wrote:

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@Melzie wrote:

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@Nightowlz wrote:

The California Innovations bags I have are insulated. If you are looking for insulated the bags from Improvements on HSN are not insulated.

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Thanks.  That answers one question. Are they made of the same material or cheaper, if you know.  :-)   I do have some I got from Amazon but the ones I chose seemed to be more papery than plasticy.  

Also, thanks to everyone who has responded. :-)  

Please note there are different types of California Innovation bags sold on QVC. The one i have were sold in groups of 5 and were on sale for $24.95.  Thus was a few years ago.  There are different configurations at times too.   The ones ihave are not isulated but are lined. Have ridged bottoms and very sturdy fabric handles. Support 45lbs each but i would never have that much  in one.

Compare features and prices and weight tolerances. 

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@LizzieInSRQ 

Specifications for HSN Improvements Bags

Color Choices:	Apricot, Aqua, Black, Gray or Red
Measurements:	Approx. 16"L x 13"W x 8.25"H each
Weight:	Approx. 1.22 lb. each
Material Composition:	Non-woven with polypropylene plastic coating, ethylene vinyl acetate, polyester
Maximum Weight Capacity:	Up to 45 lbs. each
Volume Capacity:	Up to 7 gallons each
Care:	Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and allow to dry before storing

[Melzie]

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@WORKING GAL wrote:

@Melzie- While ITKWD had a lot of food items, it was not all food. There were other kitchen items as well as the Airvana cordless fan and the Ninja Creamie.

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I realize that now.  I was looking at another show date and got them confused.  As I look back at ITKWD I didn't miss much anyway.  Thanks for everyone who brought this to my attention and I stand corrected.  My bad!