Abstract: A sanitary handle cover for a shopping cart comprises a first semi-flexible sheet of a vinyl construction and a second sheet of fabric superimposed thereon and heat bonded thereto. Corresponding lateral edges of first and second sheets define a width dimension that is sufficient such that the sheets may be wrapped about a shopping cart handle bar. The width dimension is also sufficient such that a portion of the first sheet overlaps a portion of the second sheet. Circular hook and loop fasteners are arranged in a spaced apart configuration along the longitudinal edges that overlap so as to securely maintain the cover on the handle bar. Spring clip fasteners depend from opposed corresponding lateral edges of first and second sheets such that the cover may be coupled to a bag or purse and be used as a carrying strap therefor. A pocket is fixedly attached to the inner surface of the first sheet and has an opening adjacent corresponding lateral edges for holding a pen while shopping.