Receptacle for Storage and Transport of Reusable Bags

Abstract

The present invention is an elongated compartment for storing reusable bags, with at least one open end, presenting a flat plane on an exterior side, with fasteners on the flat plane capable of supporting the compartment on a shopping cart. The invention provides for carrying straps and an exterior pocket for storage of small items.

I claim: 
     
         1 . A receptacle for storing reusable shopping bags, the receptacle comprising:
 an elongated compartment, with at least one open end, the elongated compartment comprised of an external elongated plane along the length of the elongated compartment, a cavity within the elongated compartment extending along a majority of the length of the elongated compartment, and an exterior surface surrounding the cavity; and   at least one external fastener attached to the external elongated plane.   
     
     
         2 . The receptacle of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 a cover capable of covering the at least one open end.   
     
     
         3 . The receptacle of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 a strap attached to the exterior surface.   
     
     
         4 . The receptacle of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 a pocket on the exterior surface.   
     
     
         5 . The receptacle of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 openings at both ends of the elongated compartment.