You Down With OOT?

You Down With OOT?

May 12th, 2009 @ 3:15 pm by Mrs. Peep Toe
Share

Since almost all of our guests are from out of town, we need some serious Out of Town (OOT) Bags. While I was watching my pennies spent on the OOT bags, I still wanted to make sure we put a little bit of SF and a little bit of ourselves into the bags.

First up, the perfect bag:

From the Target $1 bin, they’re reusable and the perfect size. Run, don’t walk to your nearest Target to get your own. They also come in blue and tan.

As for what to put in the bag, some of the Peeps’ favorite things, of course:

We both love Goldfish; Mr. Peep always buys Mentos when we are on a road trip; and I can’t live without Orbit’s Mojito Mint gum!! Plus, we scored some free SF Zagats from a family member—perfect for the foodies! And we bought some handy dandy ’Green Living for Dummies’ handbooks.

We also plan on adding these glass containers full of M&Ms and salted almonds:

Here are all the glass containers that we’ve been collecting:

And here are all the OOT Bags together.

Some other items that I am considering adding:

An Advil travel pack (my drug of choice):

Source

The new Colgate Wisp—it’s a disposable travel toothbrush and toothpaste all in one:

source

They run about a dollar a toothbrush, but I am afraid that if people do bring their own toothbrushes, then these will just go to waste.

And finally, something I always seem to need, but never have during a trip full of tears of joy:

So hive, what’s missing from our OOT bags? What would you appreciate as a wedding guest?

Tags: favors |

Share |

Latest Gallery Pics

Hot Pink and White with Zebra 36" Lighted Spandex Ostrich Feather Centerpiece

40 Responses to “You Down With OOT?”

1 2 Last

Bee

Miss Bruschetta (message) 5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

I’m intrigued by those new Wisps — have you tried them?

5/12/09 @ 3:19 pm (reply)

Member

Miss Gem (message) 28 posts, Newbee

Just to add a little spice, you could do really festive and colorful tissue packs, they have them @ Michael’s for $1 a pack! I got them for my bridesmaids and think their adorable!

5/12/09 @ 3:23 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss D'orsay (message) 2,272 posts, Buzzing bee

YEAH YOU KNOW ME!!!!…um, sorry, I HAD to! Your bags are super cute. I’m all over the bags (I might ask someone to pick one up for me) and loving the goodies inside. Now I’d really like some fruit flavored mentos…

5/12/09 @ 3:23 pm (reply)

Member

Miss Scarlet (message) 283 posts, Helper bee

I’m not sure how your guests will be getting around, but perhaps a simple street map or public transit map? Or suggestions of places to rent bikes? That might help them explore the area and find the delicious restaurants you mention while keeping with your “green” theme.

5/12/09 @ 3:25 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss Stiletto (message) 918 posts, Busy bee

Love it! These are too cute. I always like getting a bottle of water…always good for the morning after the wedding if it’s a good reception

5/12/09 @ 3:25 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss Bruschetta (message) 5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

Maybe to go along with the Zagats, the business card(s) for one or more of your favorite spots?

5/12/09 @ 3:31 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss Peep Toe (message) 1,804 posts, Buzzing bee

@Miss D’orsay: Love it!! I’ve had the song in my head for days!!

@Miss Scarlet: You’re one step ahead of me!! Hopefully I’ll post on our map before too long.

@Miss Stiletto: Mr. Peeps wants to avoid adding extra plastic to the recycle bin. I am hoping the guests will be ok with a glass of water from the hotel room.

@Miss Gem: Great advice!!

5/12/09 @ 3:31 pm (reply)

Member

KellyV (message) 2,526 posts, Sugar bee

I agree with Stiletto, The water is key (even if they are those litthe half bottles or pods.)

I am loving the Target bags!! Might have to have my stepmom go make a stop for me (unfortunately they are FAR and FEW between in NYC :P)

5/12/09 @ 3:31 pm (reply)

Member

KellyV (message) 2,526 posts, Sugar bee

ah-see your point about the plastic

5/12/09 @ 3:32 pm (reply)

10.

Bee

Miss Argyle (message) 2,516 posts, Sugar bee

Cute idea with the reusable bags! And water is always a good thing (as much as I dislike water bottles)!

5/12/09 @ 3:33 pm (reply)

11.

Member

ke3 (message) 255 posts, Helper bee

I really like the bags. I might have to run out and get some for my OOT bags too! I agree with the bottle of water.

5/12/09 @ 3:33 pm (reply)

12.

Bee

Miss Joey (message) 1,031 posts, Bumble bee

Maybe a list of your favorite cheap eats or bars?

5/12/09 @ 3:33 pm (reply)

13.

Guest

Laura

I would sub water for the toothbrush. While it’s a good idea, everyone will be bringing one. The bags are great!

5/12/09 @ 3:36 pm (reply)

14.

Member

mrsdickerson (message) 56 posts, Worker bee

Instead of a disposable bottle of water, how about a reusable water bottle!

5/12/09 @ 3:38 pm (reply)

15.

Guest

The wisps seem neat but kind of non-eco-friendly. I think the bag looks great as is! –or if you can spring for a reusable water bottle, I like that suggestion.

5/12/09 @ 3:45 pm (reply)

16.

Bee

Miss Yorkie (message) 1,291 posts, Bumble bee

I’m loving the “green” theme… especially the repurposed jars! I’ve seen Nalgene-like bottles in the $1 bin at Target recently… those might be nice to add.

5/12/09 @ 3:49 pm (reply)

17.

Guest

paige chenault

Love this idea, and when we’ve done hospitality bags for guests using the “green” method-they go wild and really appreciate the energy saved!

5/12/09 @ 3:50 pm (reply)

18.

Member

IA_Snowflake (message) 1,913 posts, Buzzing bee

If you still want to use the wisps, I think it’s fine, even if they do bring their own toothbrush, they’ll get used at some point in the future I’m sure. I like the idea of a reusable water bottle.

5/12/09 @ 4:01 pm (reply)

19.

Member

nightfall (message) 17 posts, Newbee

What about a 3 day MUNI pass and map? That gets expensive, but maybe a map to the nearest station that sells them? Hand-drawn map to the nearest beach for normally landlocked guests?

A custom personalized Do Not Disturb sign might be cute. “Do Not Disturb - We’re either preparing for or recovering from the Peep Toe Nuptials”

If you want to risk sounding a little preachy, the Monterey Bay Aquarium has little wallet foldouts for which sushi to eat in restaurants to moderate damage to fish populations (and mercury intake). You might be able to get some sent to you in the mail.

5/12/09 @ 4:03 pm (reply)

20.

Member

LovestheBear (message) 1,250 posts, Bumble bee

I saw some great BPA free water bottles at Whole Foods not too long ago, and they were less than $5 each. It’s a shame that there’s not some “eco-friendlier” water bottles out there, because water is probably the most important thing in the bag next to Advil.

5/12/09 @ 4:05 pm (reply)

1 2 Last