Ditch and Switch
By Everything Kitchens
Doing something good for the planet doesn't have to be a chore. We all want to protect our planet but the idea of going plastic-free or zero-waste can seem daunting. Take a step in the right direction with our Ditch and Switch guide. See all of the products you usually use once and ditch and switch to thier re-usable and ecofriendly counterpart. Not only will this save you money in the long run, but you'll be helping the environment and reducing your carbon footprint. See all the ways you can ditch and switch to discover just how easy it can be to go green!
Zero Waste Reusable Produce Bags - Ditch plastic produce bags, and switch to reuseable produce bags. You keep your body healthy with fresh veggies, and now you can keep the earth healthy with Zero Waste Reusable Produce Bags. With this set of reusable bags, you can feel good knowing you’re saving over 500 plastic bags per year. These adorable drawstring bags are made of 100% polyester that’s breathable, washable, and perfect for carrying and storing your fresh produce. This set includes 2 small bags for herbs and spices, 2 medium bags for avocados, apples, and other medium-sized fruits and veggies, and 2 large bags for hefty produce like lettuce and squash. Plus, each bag features a fun polka dot front and a transparent back, so your grocery store clerk can easily see what’s in the bag for a quick and easy checkout. Say goodbye to plastic and hello to a feel-good, sustainable grocery experience with the Zero Waste Reusable Produce Bags.
Swedish Sponge Cloth - Ditch paper towels, and switch to a sponge cloth. Toss out your old-fashioned paper towels & grab ahold of an alternative that is environmentally friendly, more durable and dare we even say...more fashionable! Ecologie Swedish Sponge Cloth from Now Designs helps make clean up in your kitchen a breeze from wiping up spills to washing dishes and even cleaning countertops or kitchen appliances. The combination of cellulose (70%) and cotton (30%) extends this cloth's usage. It won’t break down as easily as your average kitchen towel or sponge. This sponge cloth can last up to 6 months!
Metal Straws - Ditch plastic straws, and switch to metal straws. Enjoy your favorite beverages in style and without plastic waste with the Typhoon PURE Metal Straws & Brush Set! This set includes 4 durable stainless steel straws that are BPA-free and perfect for use at home or on the go. These straws are designed to be used with tumblers, drinking glasses, and water bottles, and will add a sophisticated touch to mixed drinks and cocktails. Plus, this set comes with a handy multi-use cleaning brush that can be used to clean your straws, as well as your reusable tumblers, thermoses, and water bottles. For a stylish, eco-friendly, and cost-effective replacement for disposable drinking straws, try the PURE Metal Straws & Brush Set by Typhoon.
Reusable Glass Coffee Cup - Ditch paper coffee cups, and switch to a glass coffee cup. We know coffee is essential at the office, but a disposable cup - not so much. Ditch the paper cup for the Typhoon PURE Reusable Glass Coffee Cup. From the PURE Color Collection featuring stylish products for active, environmentally conscious lifestyles, this coffee cup is made of durable, heat-resistant borosilicate glass that’s lightweight and can sustain boiling water for teas and other hot beverages. Plus, it’s microwave and dishwasher-safe and comes with a silicone lid with hand-grip to protect your hands while enjoying hot drinks. For a reliable, stylish solution that’ll help you reduce plastic waste, try the PURE Reusable Glass Coffee Cup by Typhoon.
Zero Waste Reusable Snack Bags - Ditch plastic snack bags, and switch to reusable snack bags. When paking your lunch, reduce your carbon footprint with these Zero Waste Reusable Snack Bags. This set of 3 bright and bold snack bags are the perfect size for storing chips, fruits, sandwiches, and more! To use, just place your food in the bag, twist the bag's ends, and clip. With these reusable bags, you can save money on costly plastic storage bags and feel good knowing you’re helping the environment. Plus, these handy bags are waterproof, making them perfect for keeping food fresh and dry while camping, traveling, or at the beach! Say goodbye to plastic and hello to sustainable food storage you can feel good about with the Zero Waste Reusable Snack Bags.
OXO Reusable Silicone Baking Mat - Ditch parchment paper, and switch to a silicone baking mat. Goodbye to tearing and throwing away parchment paper, and hello to the durable, so reusable, Good Grips Silicone Baking Mat by OXO. This reusable silicone baking mat has many uses to help you in the kitchen: baking cookies, homemade pizzas, parmesean crisps, and so much more. This is a long-term replacement for disposable parchment paper, the silicone mat is made of food-safe silicone and fiberglass molded together into one kitchen tool for daily use.
Typhoon Glass Bottles - Ditch plastic water bottles, and switch to a glass water bottle. Forget buying water bottles in bulk! Save money (and the environment!) when you show your love for nature with the Typhoon PURE Glass Bottles! From the PURE Collection featuring stylish products for active, environmentally conscious lifestyles, this bottle is crafted from intensely durable borosilicate glass that's built to withstand daily use. This bottle comes with a stainless steel leak-proof lid and is an eco-friendly and stylish solution to reducing plastic waste. Featuring eye-catching illustrations along the bottle, PURE Glass Bottles is perfect for taking on a hike, to the gym, or anywhere on the go.
Stasher Reusable Silicone Half Gallon Bag - Ditch plastic snack bags, and switch to a silicone snack bag. When storing fresh baked cookies or needing to protect your phone when you go to the pool, we usally grab a platic bag. Instead of a single use baggy, go for a reusable silicone bags from Stasher. This pure silicone bag is designed with the Earth in mind and can be reused countless times. From storing food to cooking food to organizing your toiletries, the silicone bag from Stasher can do it all. Using the patented Pinch-loc™ technology to create an airtight seal, your Stasher bag can be transformed into the perfect vessel for cooking sous vide or act as a water-proof storage case for electronics. Tired of plastic bags that rip and leak? This silicone half-gallon bag is made to be more durable than any plastic alternative. Get the Reusable Silicone Half-Gallon Bag from Stasher today and discover just how easy it can be to go green.
Renew Cloth Napkins - Ditch paper napkins, and switch to cloth napkins. Make two eco-friendly decisions with one swap. These Renew Napkins from Now Designs are not only made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, but can also completly replace paper napkins in your home. Set a beautiful table with these eco-friendly Renew Napkins - available in honey yellow, grey, green, and white. They’re wrinkle-resistant, yet super soft. Using them at the dinner table is as delightful as washing and folding them is painless. Each set includes four napkins, completely made from recycled bottles.
OXO Glass Food Storage Containers - Ditch the plastic container, and switch to glass food storage. Storing food without plastic is a snap with this Smart Seal Glass Food Storage Container Set by OXO. Whether you’re filling them with food prepped for the week, freezing leftovers, or bringing a nutritious lunch to work, these Smart Seal containers have you covered. Food prep is never easier since this OXO set is made with borosilicate glass. It's thermal shock-resistant, meaning you can take your container from the freezer directly to the microwave or oven with no worries. The matching lids have four locking tabs and a removable gasket which makes them leak-proof—no more lunch bag spills! Plus, OXO Smart Seal Glass Containers are nestable and stackable, so whether they’re full or empty, they’re easy to store in your cabinets or fridge. You’ll love the ease of use and reliability of this food storage set!
Bee's Wrap Large Wrap - Ditch plastic cling wrap, and switch to reusable beeswrap. Bee’s Wrap is a sustainable and reusable food wrap that was founded with the desire to create an earth-friendly alternative to plastic wrap in Bristol, Vermont. This environmentally-friendly product is made from organic cotton muslin and coated with a mixture of beeswax, organic jojoba oil and tree resin, all sourced in the United States. Bee's Wrap uses the warmth of your hands to mold cloth around what you are storing, when the wax cools it forms a seal, just like plastic wrap! When you are finished using the wrap, wash in cool water with a mild detergents, lay out to dry and reuse for up to a year. When the wrap needs to be replaced, just cut it up and place in the compost bin or wrap around a piece of kindling for a natural fire starter. Make the switch to Bee’s Wrap and start helping out the environment today!
Kuhn Rikon Stay Clean Scrubber - Ditch the standard sponge, and switch to a silicone sponge. Standard kitchen sponges can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Instead of continually using and tossing sponges, the Kuhn Rikon Stay Clean Scrubber can outlast many sponges. It has over 5,000 silicone bristles that can safely scrub dirty plates, dishes, and even non-stick cookware over and over without harboring bacteria or becoming smelly. After using it for cleaning, just flex and squeeze out the water and watch it bounce back to like-new condition. The heat resistant silicone is dishwasher safe and BPA free.
Reusable Hand Soap Bottle - Ditch the single use soap bottle, and switch to a reusable soap bottle with soap pod refills. Are you over buying multiple bottles of hand soap every couple of weeks? Instead just buy one of these Zero Waste Hand Soap Dispensers. Fill the reusable glass dispenser with water, then drop in a Zero Waste’s soap pod. These pods are made of biodegradable, water-soluble material and filled with concentrated soap that’s made with all-natural, non-toxic ingredients, so it’s safe for kids and pets. Each pod is designed to last approximately one month of use, helping you save money by avoiding one-use plastic soap dispensers. Say goodbye to plastic and hello to a healthier, sustainable cleaning solution with Zero Waste’s Reusable Foaming Hand Soap.
Reusable Pastry Bags - Ditch plastic pastry bags, and switch to a reusable pastry bag. Say good-bye to expensive and wasteful plastic pastry bags and hello to savings with Mrs Anderson’s Reusable Pastry Bag! Whether you are decorating cupcakes for a birthday party or filling pastries for a family breakfast, Mrs Anderson’s Reusable Pastry Bag has you covered. This BPA-free, fully lined cotton pastry bag will not stretch, but it will help you stretch your budget! The eco-friendly bag is hand-wash only and customizable to whatever tip you choose to use. If you need to use a larger decorating tip, simply cut the narrow end to fit and use a coupler to secure smaller tips.
Reusable Cupcake Liners - Ditch paper baking cups, and switch to silicone baking cups. Stop throwing away those flimsy paper cupcake liners and get these bright, reusable cupcake liners from Curious Chef! In six fun colors, these silicone cupcake liners are heat-resistant up to 450°F. The Curious Chef Reusable Cupcake Liners are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. Cupcake Liners are heat safe to 450 degrees Comply with CPSC lead and phthalate (BPA) limits.
OXO 3-Piece Reusable Lid Set - Ditch aluminum foil wrap, and switch to a reusable silicone lid. Bowls covered with foil won't stay as fresh as OXO's Reusable Lids can. OXO's lids make an air-tight suction fit to any container made of plastic, steel, glass, or ceramic - so long as they have an even rim. These lids eliminates the need for tin foil and frustrating plastic wrap. Not only do these lids add to your storage capabilities, but they are also great for keeping foods warm and out of the elements when you bring things to a potluck or barbeque! All the lids are microwave safe and double as splatter guards for no-mess reheating the contents.