My favorite way we've gone greener this school year is by using Wrap-N-Mats in the kids' lunch boxes.
Made of colorful fabrics on one side and a plastic cover on the inside, these highly washable mats eliminate the need for using disposable wrappers or bags every day - plus it doubles as a neat little placemat for their food.
I use the mats for more than just sandwiches, although they are the perfect size for that. I've used them for a pile of goldfish crackers and other snacks as well.
Plus there are always different patterns on 'special,' so you can save a few more bucks that way. I never buy the full-price ones, only the sale ones. The kids don't really care since they're all fun prints!
Another quick thing that works for me: Google Reader. Most of you have probably heard of this or Bloglines, but just in case, it's a great way for you to keep track of all of the blogs you read in one place. Instead of clicking around on all your different sites, put your subscriptions here in one place to be notified when they are updated. If you want to go to the blog to post a comment, just click on the title!
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I've never seen these. How great! Thanks for sharing. Since I can't even get zip lock bags here, I'm always looking for alternatives. This looks like a winner.
Posted by: Jennie | 30 April 2008 at 05:55
I love those. We don't do lunches yet, but I think those would come in handy for lots of other things. I love ziplocs, but it irks me everytime I have to use and toss one! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Leslie | 30 April 2008 at 11:49
Oh, love that wrap-n-mat idea. Very cool. I always feel so guilty throwing away those ziploc bags. Thanks for the tip!
Posted by: Darcie | 30 April 2008 at 14:48
Wow! Haven't seen these before...I'm tempted to try to make a couple just to see if I can. Great idea, though!
Posted by: daisy | 02 May 2008 at 11:16