As a kid, getting a sandwich in a Ziploc bag was a treat and as such, we were always expected to bring the bags home. My mom would even write “Bring Home” on the bags sometimes to make sure we did not throw them out. Today, disposable Ziplocs are everywhere, in every color and in multiple sizes and my kids wouldn’t hesitate to put a Ziploc in a Ziploc… for double protection. Thank goodness for ReUsies.
ReUsies have been around for almost 2 years and are a great alternative to disposable sandwich bags. ReUsies are made from 100% cotton and are lined with 100% water resistant nylon. After each use, they can be safely cleaned in a dishwasher, washing machine or with a sponge. 
ReUsie’s website has an instructional video on how to best clean and care for their product. According to ReUsies’ founders, customers not only purchase their products to reduce the amount of waste, but some use ReUsies because they don’t want plastic to come in contact with their kids food. Whatever the reason, ReUsies come in sandwich and snack sizes and in 20+ different styles.
I came across ReUsies about the same time a 37? Gray Whale washed up on a local beach. When scientist examined the contents of its stomach, they found 20 plastic bags and a golf ball. We think we know who is responsible for the golf ball, Kramer, but the plastic bags could’ve been from any of us.
Jubbling is powered by ideas like the ReUsie. Ideas that are simple and effective and can go a long way toward reducing our consumption and waste. Now I do have to warn the ReUsie team to watch out for my mom; she may request some credit and/or royalties for the idea.
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