So Much Plastic, So Little Time
If you are like me you can’t stand those plastic bags the stores seem to push at you when you purchase something. Back in the 50s and the 60s the common phrase at the check outs were, “paper or plastic sir”? Now it seems your only option is the plastic, unless you sate otherwise.
But what to do with all that plastic once it leaves the store and enters your own home?
Here are some tips to steer you in the right direction.
1. Use them as bin liners in your trash cans.
2.Place them in the bottom of plant pots and hanging baskets - they act as great drainage systems.
3. Children can use them for carrying their things to school.
4. Use then when you’re packaging as an alternative to bubble wrap.
5. Use them in the garden to hold your grass cuttings and hedge trimmings before transfer to a compost bin.
5. Use them when packing for a holiday to keep dirty/wet clothes and shoes away from dry clothing.
6. Use them as ‘doggy doo bags’ when out walking your dog!
7. Some supermarkets recycle plastic bags, so you can return plastic bags to them.
8. Use them for car trash pickup bags in your vehicle.
9. Use them, in a decorative way as a rain hat when it’s pouring outside.
10. Use them for your lunch bag at work or at school.
*Natural and Sustainable Living Tip: In this day and age gas prices going up seems to be the norm, so in order to conserve gas, drive under 60 miles per hour. It will save the $ in your pocket book as well.
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