Abstract: A supporting stand for holding open end leaf bags, or the like, in an open position has first and second base members rotatably attached to each other and each base member has a resilient leg attached to each end portion thereof. The base members can be locked into an open position with the legs extending upward from the base member and each pair of legs can be bowed inward to engage the folded lip of a leaf bag, which then stretches the bag open. Each leg has a protective tip to frictionally engage the bag and prevent tearing a hole therein, and the bases may be rotated into a folded position for storage.