Choose a tote for your analog bag

Choose a tote for your analog bag and give your screen-free activities a place to travel together. An analog bag holds the things you reach for when you want a break from your phone, such as a paperback, a journal, a crossword book or a small craft project. A tote can keep those supplies together for a coffee shop visit, a lunch break or an afternoon at the park. Start with what you actually want to carry. A book and a pencil case need less room than a sketchbook and a knitting project, and leaving a little space makes everything easier to find.

When comparing totes, consider the dimensions, handle length and any storage details provided for each option. Check that the bag will accommodate your largest item, especially if you carry full-size notebooks or art supplies. Think about how you’ll carry it, too: a tote for a short walk has a different job than one you’ll bring along on a daily commute. Smaller supplies may need a separate pouch so pens, stitch markers and erasers don’t settle into the bottom. Use different sized bags to stay organized. The smaller bags fit in the bigger bags! For readers, journal keepers and people who like keeping their hands busy, the right tote makes it easier to bring a favorite activity along without packing half the house.