Reusable Produce Bags!

In January I promised to use less plastic this year—and I’m actively working on my goal. I do not have a perfect track record yet, but I am doing much better than I have in the past. I love storing leftovers in my glass bowls in the refrigerator; it is easy to see what is in the bowl, they can be put directly in the microwave, and they don’t hang onto food odors. I am a convert!

Simply being conscious of how many plastic bags I am not using at the grocery store is also encouraging. I have  been bringing my own bags into other stores as well: the fabric store, craft store, when clothes shopping, etc. I simply stick a bag in my purse or pocket and hand it to the cashier when I’m ready to check out. Easy!

On a recent trip to Seattle, I found these reusable (and washable!) produce bags and I love them! They are constructed from a strong, lightweight mesh and have a simple drawstring closure. I found them at The Container Store (one of my favorite places, I must admit: so many ideas for organization and it’s all so pretty!), but you can also find them online from Flip & Tumble . They come in a set of five, which I have found perfectly sufficient.

The challenge I am still overcoming is remembering to transfer my reusable bags from the house to the car after I’ve unloaded my items. Forgetful is my middle name, it seems.