August 2021 Simple Swaps
Let's get stuck into it shall we. In this month's box you'll find some simple swaps to help make your Shopping Day a little easier on the Earth. We've already introduced you to the brands so let us show you the products.
Meet Huskee's 8oz Charcoal Cup. The perfect size for a cuppa on the go. Not only are these cups reusable, they keep your coffee (or tea) hotter for longer, are durable, easy to hold, repurpose waste material (coffee husk) are BPA free and even dishwasher friendly. What's not to love?
Having a cold drink instead of a hot one? We've got you covered. These silicon straws from Wakatobi Eco are a nice and wide so they are perfect for frappe's and smoothies. Unlike paper straws they wont go soggy in your drink and won't damage your teeth like the stainless steel version. Included in your box is one straw and a cleaner.
Also from Wakatobi Eco is this bamboo cutlery set. With it's own washable carry bag it's great for keeping in your handbag or car so you can ever so politely decline the offer of disposable cutlery when you're eating lunch out and about, (we're looking at you food courts).
One of the easiest ways to make your grocery trip a little greener is to bring your own produce bags. We've included these Bamboo produce Bags from 4MyEarth. These super soft washable bags come in a set of three, so that's 3 less plastic bags you'll bring home every time you buy veggies.
If you're already in on the whole reusable produce bag thing, these are also great for making nut milks or for using as a lingerie wash bag.
Moving on to our........
Deluxe Box Additions
We all know what it's like to go grocery shopping on an empty stomach. How much extra ends up in your trolley? We've included this handy snack pocket so you can save $ and take something with you to fill the gap before you shop.
4MyEarth food pockets have been designed to last you not just one year, but several years!
Great for morning tea, a snack on the run or keeping some carrot sticks fresh in the fridge this will help replace your single use plastic wrap and bags.
The Snack Pocket is perfect for muffins, slices, nuts, biscuits, cut up fruit etc.
- Easy for both children and adults to open and close
- May be put in the fridge or freezer
- Lightweight, yet extremely strong
- Stores flat for easy and simple storage
- Label has space for you to write name on
- Made from 100% Cotton canvas
The unique food derived inner coating keeps food fresher for longer and is biodegradable at the end of the products life in landfill.
FREE from PVC, BPA, Nylon, heavy metal & Phthalates
We love these tote bags from The Green Jellyfish Company. And we could always use another bag right? We reeeeeeeallly wanted to include one of their other designs (check out their website and see if you can guess which one) but decided to go with this nice safe option. Still cute and oh so practical.
That's it for this month. We'd love to hear what you think of these eco friendly swaps. Leave us a comment and let us know.
Until next time
Kylie x