Petunia Picklebottom bags - yea or nay?

[calico]

Considering ordering one from Nordstrom with the ebates 15% but I've never really looked at them before. Pluses or minuses?

[Brie]

I have two and I like them. They have tons of pockets and you can tell they actually talked to moms when designing them.

They're great diaper bags but they don't transition well into everyday, non-kid use because of the bright patterns. Also, it annoys me that you have to buy stroller clips separately.

[noodleskooze]

Do they have actual insulated bottle pockets?

[sixtwelve]

I had one and sold it because it was too heavy.

[whitepicketfence]

I have one and love it. It's big enough that I'll be able to carry all the crap I need for 3 small kids without it being too heavy. It's held up really well, too.

[Deleted]

I absolutely love mine.

Mine is just plain black with a black brocade pattern and lime green trim. It's obviously a diaper bag when I use it as a back pack as the kids get older it's not overly screaming "Diaper BAG!" I think people tend to kid themselves that their $400.00 diaper bag will transition into a regular bag down the line. 9outof10 times it's still a diaper bag, so that doesn't concern me.

It's also 3 years old and on my second kid and it still looks new. Velcro, zippers in tact, buckles still attached etc.

I have no desire for stroller clips. I just drape the long strap over the back. I've never used an insulated bottle tote in my life so that's no big deal to me.

I LOVE how it has a built in changing pad that doesn't get lost and is easy to access. The pockets and storage are also amazing.

And they're often a $120.00 or so on Amazon, so they're by no means as spendy as some and definitely worth it.

[Brie]

May 12, 2014 20:20:06 GMT -5 namasteak said:

@brie do you only use then for travel or do you use the satchel (you recommended in my carry on thread) for everyday?

Now I only use them for travel because I don't really need a diaper bag and carry a purse most of the time.  When he was younger, I used the Sashay Satchel as an everyday bag.

[ECB]

May 12, 2014 20:11:16 GMT -5 Brie said:

They're great diaper bags but they don't transition well into everyday, non-kid use because of the bright patterns.

Have you never heard of Vera Bradley? 

[CloudBee]

They look so bulky. I like things that can smoosh down into stroller baskets.

[runblondie26]

The "boxy backpack" style works well for travel. Lots of pockets, holds a lot of "stuff", fits under the plane seat nicely, etc. I find it too large for everyday use though.

[Deleted]

I don't care for their shape, but if it's your style I have heard great things about their durability, storage space, etc.

[Brie]

May 13, 2014 13:20:13 GMT -5 namasteak said:

May 13, 2014 12:01:20 GMT -5 Brie said:

Now I only use them for travel because I don't really need a diaper bag and carry a purse most of the time.  When he was younger, I used the Sashay Satchel as an everyday bag.

I love hate you for telling me about it bc now I want it I'm this gorgeous grey. I really like my KS Stevie but it's so big.

I have the navy in that exact bag, if you're interested in buying used.  Like I said, I don't really use mine much now that C is older.  And I'll probably want something different for #2 because I like shopping.  LMK.

[MadamePresident]

I think they look great. I kind of want one, but I can't pay the full new price. I've been watching my Craigslist hoping someone will be selling one for inexpensive.

[holly116]

May 13, 2014 11:59:46 GMT -5 whitepicketfence said:

I have one and love it. It's big enough that I'll be able to carry all the crap I need for 3 small kids without it being too heavy. It's held up really well, too.

This. I have a sashay satchel and I love it more than I could ever express in words. I can throw it on my back or carry it over my shoulder and it's cute. I just use stroller clips from a prior jjcole bag so no need to automatically buy PPB clips.

[holly116]

May 13, 2014 13:20:13 GMT -5 namasteak said:

May 13, 2014 12:01:20 GMT -5 Brie said:

Now I only use them for travel because I don't really need a diaper bag and carry a purse most of the time.  When he was younger, I used the Sashay Satchel as an everyday bag.

I love hate you for telling me about it bc now I want it I'm this gorgeous grey. I really like my KS Stevie but it's so big.

This is what I have but in a different pattern. Do it.

[Brie]

May 13, 2014 13:39:32 GMT -5 namasteak said:

May 13, 2014 13:29:36 GMT -5 Brie said:

I have the navy in that exact bag, if you're interested in buying used.  Like I said, I don't really use mine much now that C is older.  And I'll probably want something different for #2 because I like shopping.  LMK.

Ooooo....how much would you like for it?

$85 PPD?  I can take pics tonight.  It's VGUC, I'd say.  Slight wear and tear but nothing major/noticeable.

[Brie]

May 13, 2014 14:01:35 GMT -5 namasteak said:

May 13, 2014 13:59:46 GMT -5 Brie said:

$85 PPD?  I can take pics tonight.  It's VGUC, I'd say.  Slight wear and tear but nothing major/noticeable.

SOLD. Thanks Brie!

YGPM.

[ryry]

I'm on my third, and I will add that PPB has EXCELLENT customer service (in my experience). I bought a Touring Tote before DD1 was born during one of their outlet sales, and the zipper broke after less than a year of use (but a good 16 or so months after I bought it). I contacted PPB to ask if have a tailoring department I could send the bag back to be fixed, and they asked me to send some pictures. A day or so later, they told me they would replace my bag with another TT of my choice at no charge! I was thrilled.

The TT is not big enough for two kids, so I bought a City Carryall before DD2 was born, and ended up using it as a work bag before she was born because I loved it. I got the Waterloo color (navy) and I don't think it screams diaper bag (although it's definitely diaper bag-ish). I love it and it's held up really well.