It’s World Environment Day and I wanted to share some things I’ve incorporated into my life to

Eliminate Single-Use Plastic

like straws, take-out utensils, and just UNNECESSARY PLASTIC

Something you should know before we get started,

you don’t need to BUY things… you need to CHANGE your habits to reduce waste.

to live more with less

Straws  Glass || Straws  Stainless Steel || Organic Canvas  Grocery Tote ||  Pocket  Spork || Glass  Containers || Vacuum-Sealed  Bottle 

If you can skip a straw, do it!

Glass Straws 

But, I’m human. Sometimes you just NEED a straw.

Like for smoothies, milkshakes, things that might stain your teeth

I love the look of glass and it’s fun to see things come up the straw.

Stainless Steel Straws

Another option if you’re accident prone!

I get it! Broken glass is scary.

These can go with you anytime, anywhere.

Organic Canvas  Grocery Tote 

I recommend these because they’re organic cotton. However, you can use ANY tote! I prefer that you use something you already own.

I think the ‘reusable’ totes made out of plastic are a joke.

It only takes 14 plastic bags for the equivalent of the gas required to drive one mile.

If you consistently use your reusable fabric totes, you can do a lot of good.

The average American family takes home almost 1,500 plastic shopping bags a year.

Want to have Plastic-Free Periods?               Read On…

 Pocket  Spork

I know, I know… The term SPORK has a negative connotation school lunchrooms

But hear me out.

Campers, Climbers and anyone outdoors has had this in their pack for years. Why? It’s light, reusable, compact, and useful.

I like to keep one in my bag for take-out situations

But, like I said…

You can also keep silverware (you already own) in your lunch, car, or purse as an option to plastic.

Glass  Containers

Another one that I feel like gets a bad rap. This isn’t a Tupperware pitch or meal prep, it’s about sustainability and functionality.

I love these glass containers because you not only save leftovers, but can also easily reheat them in the oven or microwave… plus dishwasher-safe.

win. win. win.

Some people complain that they’re too heavy to carry to work. I say SUCK IT UP.

The benefits outweigh the drawbacks. OKURRRR

Vacuum- Sealed  Bottle 

I’ve had this one item the longest.

It keeps cold drinks COLD and hot drinks HOT.

I travel with it

Just refill it after Airport Security.

Bag Clips 

I forgot to include these in the graphic… oops.

But these have been really useful in place of RUBBER BANDS

How do you avoid single-use plastic?