Ditch Straws

After a video went viral on social media of a sea turtle who painfully got caught in a straw, people all over the world were motivated to ditch straws. Metal or paper straws make a great alternative.

Bring Your Own Bag

Spending a couple of dollars on a sturdy reusable bag will prevent you from taking a flimsy plastic bag every time you grocery shop.

No More Glitter

Glitter and confetti are often made up of such small particles of plastic that it’s almost impossible to prevent them from ending up in our oceans. There are many types of biodegradable sparkles to use instead for a big event.

Shop in Bulk

The majority of plastic waste is usually generated in the kitchen. Bring your own bags and jars to a bulk grocery store to stock up on food without the waste.

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This is a great time to try to cut down on plastic since the 4th of July is right around the corner, and any big celebration like that can use up a lot of plastic. Here are some ways you can reduce your plastic in July!

Reusable Cups

Whether you’re using it for iced coffee, cocktails, or wine, bring your own cup to parties and ditch those plastic red cups. Although it might be awkward, you might inspire people to stop using their plastic cups along the way.

Tablecloths

If you want to be festive and have a party with colorful tablecloths, ditch the plastic ones from the dollar store and get a real tablecloth. They can be very cheap, especially if you get it at a second-hand store, or you can even use an extra flat sheet you have laying around for one as well!

Pre-Made Food

Whether it’s pre-cut fruit or prepared food from the grocery store, take the time to do everything or as much as you can by hand so you don’t have to collect all the plastic that comes with pre-packaged foods.

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Ditch Straws

After a video went viral on social media of a sea turtle who painfully got caught in a straw, people all over the world were motivated to ditch straws. Metal or paper straws make a great alternative.

Bring Your Own Bag

Spending a couple of dollars on a sturdy reusable bag will prevent you from taking a flimsy plastic bag every time you grocery shop.

No More Glitter

Glitter and confetti are often made up of such small particles of plastic that it’s almost impossible to prevent them from ending up in our oceans. There are many types of biodegradable sparkles to use instead for a big event.

Shop in Bulk

The majority of plastic waste is usually generated in the kitchen. Bring your own bags and jars to a bulk grocery store to stock up on food without the waste.

The post Simple Ways to Cut Down On Plastic appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

This is a great time to try to cut down on plastic since the 4th of July is right around the corner, and any big celebration like that can use up a lot of plastic. Here are some ways you can reduce your plastic in July!

Reusable Cups

Whether you’re using it for iced coffee, cocktails, or wine, bring your own cup to parties and ditch those plastic red cups. Although it might be awkward, you might inspire people to stop using their plastic cups along the way.

Tablecloths

If you want to be festive and have a party with colorful tablecloths, ditch the plastic ones from the dollar store and get a real tablecloth. They can be very cheap, especially if you get it at a second-hand store, or you can even use an extra flat sheet you have laying around for one as well!

Pre-Made Food

Whether it’s pre-cut fruit or prepared food from the grocery store, take the time to do everything or as much as you can by hand so you don’t have to collect all the plastic that comes with pre-packaged foods.

The post Join the Plastic Free July Trend This Month! appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.