After our long car trips this summer, we knew we needed something in the back seat of the van to keep it organized and tidy. Markers and papers and coloring books were all over the place. They would roll onto the floor and the girls could no longer reach them. I had purchased something at the store and it was a joke. I think the picture says it all. The sides collapsed, there was only one tiny inside pocket for markers and well, it was just a disappointment.
And now? The awesomeness, the Organizing Utility Tote has helped so much. It’s no longer a mess in the backseat of the van. Because it has 7 pockets (two on one side and three on the other and two mesh pockets on the ends), the girls both have access to their own markers and pens. So, not only does it look nice, but now they aren’t fighting over them.
It measures approx 10″H X 15.5″W X 6.5″D so it holds our full sized coloring books and even a clipboard/marker and coloring book set. Best of all it doesn’t collapse and fall over. It just stays where I put it.
With three kiddos, I hardly ever use a stroller and instead use a carrier. This means that carrying a purse was a challenge and I often found myself with my keys in one hand and wallet and phone in the other. Or I crammed them into the carrier pockets. But with the Organizing Shoulder Bag, I can put it over my shoulder and wear it comfortably with the carrier and have everything I need right at my fingertips. It measures approx: 11.5”H x 9.25”W x 2”D and it actually holds quite a bit. And, it’s cute, too with a ton of pockets; one on either side on the outside and several inside (some with zippers and some without).
*I received the tote and the bag to facilitate my review. I bought my own wallet. All thoughts are my own.













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Twitter: heatherbwrites
October 11, 2012 at 10:38 am
I love Thirty-One!!!! It has made such a difference in my cars cleanliness!!!
Heather B´s last [type] ..The one where somethings missing!
Love the book bag! They are all great though!
I like the brushed twill Timeless wallet
I like the insulated bags. However, the crossbody purse is my fave!
Twitter: Redheadbabymama
October 12, 2012 at 8:23 am
We would love the organizing utility tote, too. It’s like you and Mom were having a conversation yesterday, scheming together to get my back seat organized!!
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Twitter: thebizymommy
October 12, 2012 at 10:19 am
I like the Market Thermal Tote, it looks like it’s big enough to carry everything my big family needs when we’re at the market or on a picnic!
Tiffany´s last [type] ..Money saver! Keep bottled water in your car
I like the soft wallet, the black Parisian print is nice!
I like the XXL Everyday Tote.
Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
I love the tall utility bins
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I love any of the organizing totes – I desperately need some organization! lol
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I love the about town blanket, looks awesome for picnics etc.
Twitter: brunettefoodie
October 15, 2012 at 4:50 pm
I want the About Town blanket. We spend so much time at Riverside Park, and I am pretty sure that would fit in the bottom of my stroller during the walk over than the blanket I have tossed in there now.
Twitter: kjnsmom
October 15, 2012 at 8:52 pm
I love the Super Organizing Tote!
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Twitter: mamademics
October 17, 2012 at 8:46 am
I love the fold and file! It would work perfectly for my office and keeping up with all our important documents.
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I love the About Town picnic blanket
I love Thirty-One products. I never miss a party and would love this Utility Tote. I have also been eyeing the Mini Utility Tote.
I like the Thermal Mini Zipper Pouch – would be a great size for snacks!