So many of us look forward to the New Year. It’s a moment in time that motivates many of us to start fresh, feel motivated, and do something better. For instance, some people want to get organized and others want to incorporate more exercise into their day to day life. And some of us want to be less wasteful for the environments sake.
And for those of you who have chosen to be more environmentally conscious as your New Year’s resolution, then this list is for you. As their website states, “the Sister Collective started as a collaboration between two friends on a mission to make it easier for people to make lasting, eco-friendly changes in their daily lives to help make the world a better place.”
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As the two friends put it, it’s the small, collective changes that make the biggest impact. So by buying a few of the things off this list, and using them daily, you’re well on your way to creating less waste and holding true to your New Year’s resolution. And the best part is, every product on this list is super affordable.
Here are 28 items that will get you one step closer to creating less waste.
Sampler Bundle – Reusable Food Storage Bags
$16.00 at the time of publication
These reusable storage bags are a great way to reduce the waste you produce and they are made from eco-friendly PEVA material that is BPA-free and PVC-free. They are also freezer-safe, washable, leakproof, and are guaranteed to keep food fresh for longer.
Reusable Gallon Storage Bags
$13 at the time of publication
And the reusable bags come in the same sizes as the plastic storage bags come in, giving you zero reasons to create unnecessary waste.
Greenlife Wool Dryer Balls
$24 at the time of publication
Instead of constantly buying, using, and throwing away dryer sheets every time you dry a load of clothes, use these premium Greenlife wool dryer balls to reduce that waste. According to Sister Collective, the dryer balls are “handmade by women artisans in Nepal with 100% New Zealand wool.” Each ball can be used in more than 1,000 cycles before they need to be replaced.
Beeswax Wraps
$14 at the time of publication
Another way to reduce waste with the products sold at Sister Collective is with these beeswax wraps. They do exactly what plastic wrap does, but it can be reused time and time again. And when it’s time to replace the wraps after one year of use, they are biodegradable.
Food Huggers Fruit & Veggie Food Savers In Blue
$13 at the time of publication
Another eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap is these food huggers which are designed to keep half-eaten fruit and vegetables fresh for longer. They can also be used on open jars, cans, and other containers. And they come in multiple different sizes, meaning it’s another great way to reduce waste.
Nut Milk Bag
$6 at the time of publication
Ever had the itch to make your own nut milk? Well this reusable nut milk bag will help you with that, so you don’t need to create waste with cheesecloth. You can also use it to make cold brew coffee as well!
Stainless Steel Straws
$16 at the time of publication
There are several types of reusable straws that can be purchased on Sister Collective. These stainless steel ones come in a pack of four or eight and eliminate the very dangerous waste that is single-use straws.
Rose Gold Straws
$18 at the time of publication
As do these rose gold straws. It really depends on your aesthetic which ones to buy. But they both help you reduce the waste you create. As Sister Collective reports on their website, “more than 500 million plastic straws are thrown away every single day in just the U.S. alone. Moving to reusable metal straws is an easy change you can make to help protect our oceans.”
Bamboo Straws
$12 at the time of publication
These bamboo straws are also a sustainable swap for single-use straws. And like the other two straw options, they are also dishwasher safe.
Collapsible Straw
$8 at the time of publication
The Sister Collective even sells a collapsable straw that comes with its own carrying case so that you can take it with you anywhere and never have to use a plastic straw again. With this straw, we are reducing the waste we create everywhere we go, not just at home.
Silicone Straws
$8 at the time of publication
And for the kiddos, Sister Collective also sells reusable silicone straws. These are flexible and also dishwasher-safe!
Organic Cotton Reusable Produce Bags
$24 at the time of publication
A great alternative to plastic grocery store bags are these reusable Organic Cotton Reusable Produce Bags. You can use them time and time again for any type of grocery and completely eliminate the waste created by plastic bags!
Organic Cotton Muslin Reusable Produce Bags
$10 at the time of publication
And if you would rather not use mesh cotton, but rather these Organic Cotton Muslin Reusable Produce Bags, Sister Collective has you covered! Use them to keep your bread fresh, or bring home nuts, grains and other dry goods from the store without the mess.
Reusable Produce Bags
$20 at the time of publication
It’s something I never thought about until recently, but people every day go through a lot of the plastic produce bags stores offer while picking out their fruits and vegetables during their grocery runs. That’s a waste we don’t need to create. Now, you no longer have to use those plastic bags thanks to these reusable mesh produce bags that come in a lot of different sizes.
Natural Wool Cat Toys
$8 at the time of publication
The Sister Collective has even thought about your cat, if you have one. How cool (and aesthetically pleasing) are these natural wool cat toys? It’s another toy you can buy your beloved fur baby this New Year and feel good about it.
Swedish Dishcloth
$7 at the time of publication
Never buy another sponge again, and cut down on paper towel use, after buying this reusable Swedish dishcloth which is biodegradable and compostable. It’s super strong and so absorbent that it holds 20-times its weight in liquid. And it can be used more than 200 times before you’ll need a new one. The best part though? Put it on the top rack of your dishwasher to give it a sterile cleaning when you feel it necessary.
Bamboo Dish Brush
$10 at the time of publication
Avoid buying sponges with this bamboo dish brush as well. And it has a replaceable brush head for when the original gets worn down. It’s also fully compostable so it doesn’t end up in a landfill.
Bamboo Dish Brush Replacement Head
$5 at the time of publication
And you don’t have to feel bad about creating waste with these reusable heads, as they are compostable.
Bamboo Toothbrush
$16 at the time of publication
Stop buying plastic toothbrushes time and time again when you can buy these biodegradable bamboo handle toothbrushes instead. According to Sister Collective, plastic toothbrushes create a lot of harmful waste. Actually, “more than 1 billion plastic toothbrushes are thrown away every year in just the U.S.”
Bamboo Toothbrush Holder
$6 at the time of publication
And if you’re in the market for a toothbrush holder as well, Sister Collective sells matching ones that are also biodegradable!
Bamboo Kids Toothbrush
$14 at the time of publication
And they come in kid sizes too!
Loofah Scrubber
$6 at the time of publication
These loofah scrubbers have so many uses. Use them to fight tough grease grime on cooking pans, use them to clean up spills, or use them to clean yourself while you’re in the shower. And when it’s time for a new loofah, these ones are compostable and biodegradable.
Reusable Cotton Rounds
$18 at the time of publication
Now you can stop buying cotton rounds once a month thanks to these reusable cotton rounds from Sister Collective. A “single reusable cotton round can be used up to 1,000 times.” And they come with a mesh laundry bag so that cleaning them is easy!
Bamboo Cotton Round Canister
$14 at the time of publication
But how do you store the reusable cotton rounds? With this biodegradable canister!
Sisal Soap Saver Bag
$6 at the time of publication
Turn your bar of soap into an exfoliating scrub with this reusable and washable Sisal Soap Saver Bag. All you have to do is “simply add your favorite bar soap (plus those extra little bits of soap you’ve been saving), add water, lather up, and enjoy a luxurious shower and smoother skin.” And it works with any soap!
Plastic-Free Bamboo Cotton Swabs
$8 at the time of publication
Another way to avoid using unnecessary plastic is with these plastic-free cotton swabs! Of course these aren’t reusable, but you won’t have to feel bad throwing them away after one use!
Portable Bamboo Utensil Set
$14 at the time of publication
Say so long to those plastic utensils you take in your lunch and hello to this portable and reusable bamboo utensil set. It comes with a spoon, fork, knife, chop sticks, and a straw. Nice!
Mesh + Canvas Tote Bag
$14 at the time of publication
The Sister Collective also sells reusable tote bags perfect for anything really. Need a beach bag, this will work great. Does your little one need a bag for all of their sports stuff, this will also work for that! Or buy a few to stop using those pesky plastic grocery store bags! The best part, it’s breathable and washable!
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So if you’re looking to be less wasteful or maybe stop creating waste at all at the start of the New Year, the products at Sister Collective are a great place to start. It truly could not be easier.
As the Sister Collective puts it, we all just need to take “one simple step at a time” and before you know it, we will all be treating our planet the way it deserves to be treated.
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