I had purchased my first bag at a mercantile where the pattern caught my eye! Upon arriving home, I got on line and ordered a half dozen more after discovering there were many more patterns and supporting conservation. Since my initial purchase less than a year ago, I have discarded all of my other bags and strictly use these as they are sturdy, have the best design from handles to size to the ability to repack and fold into their pouch for easy storage, and are a terrific size not only for the market, but for EVERYTHING! I am a original duckhead supporter and have now collected nearly 2 dozen for myself and as gifts! Besides the above mentioned, they wash beautifully and arrive in a jiffy!