Tag Archives: shopping bags

Green Resolutions – Part 1

The New Year is upon us. If you are like most people, you have probably made a few New Year’s resolutions. I know how those well-intended resolutions usually go – I make a resolution to diet every year and end up breaking it eventually. Even so, there are a few green resolutions that I am going to try to keep this year. One it to use the reusable shopping bags. I have already purchased them, but I usually forget to put them in the car because I am in a rush to get to the store. Then, I get to … Continue reading →

Make Reusable Shopping Bags

Are you ready to see just how easy it is to make your own reusable shopping bags (while recycling clothing and other items at the same time)? It only requires a little sewing and it’s nearly all straight lines. If you don’t sew, you may be able to ask someone to teach you how or to stitch up some bags for you. Reusable Shopping Bags from Linens Do you still have a few bath towels left from when one of your bathrooms was a different color? Many of us do because towels are just something most people don’t get rid … Continue reading →

Go Green: Reusable Shopping Bags

Okay, so you’re being extra conscious of the things you use and trying not to waste resources or pollute. That’s great. If we all do just a little we can help make our planet a better place for the generations that follow us. While I’m still not convinced that “the debate is over” when it comes to global warming, I am glad that the discussion has led to less wastefulness. Improvement is always a good thing. With that in mind, you may regularly come across things that you can do without. What about “paper or plastic?” at your favorite store? … Continue reading →