I sold a total of one reusable, durable, handmade, cotton market bag this summer. I thought they'd go like hotcakes at the local farmer's market. No vendors use reusable bags and no one else offers them. Go figure. I supposed that people had gotten frustrated having spent money on reusable bags in the past, but continually forgetting them when they go shopping. I do this myself fairly often, and I spend a good deal of time making them! Plus, every other store carries those cheap ones at the checkout that only cost a couple of dollars. In comparison, my bag is a downright luxury item.
Maybe better signage boasting their lead-free benefits? I could offer some kind of incentive to customers who reuse my bags next summer at our local farmer's market. Something like, use your bag next week and stop by for a 20% off coupon to my booth or online shop. Another thought I've had is to wholesale my bags to vendors directly. Or I could drop my price and not make any money on them in honor of the principle...
Any other suggestions, readers? I'd love your thoughts!
