If you’ve ever tried ditching plastic, you probably discovered that it’s one of those things that’s easier said than done. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take steps to reduce your reliance on this material. On a daily basis, there are lots of simple steps you can take, like filling up a reusable water bottle or coffee cup, choosing glass storage containers for leftovers, packing lunches with plastic wrap alternatives (see below!), and shopping with cotton produce bags. The good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Many environmentally-conscious companies have sprouted up in recent years with a purpose to help tackle this very issue. Bee’s Wrap is one. The company was founded by a mother who wanted to use less plastic so she created a reusable product that allowed her to significantly cut back on her plastic use.

The History of Bee’s Wrap

Bee’s Wrap was founded in Vermont in 2012 by Sarah Kaeck. As a mother of three, she started with the question many of us face: How do I reduce plastic use in the kitchen? Her answer was revealed as she experimented with infusing organic cotton with beeswax, tree resin, and jojoba oil. This method created a reusable, washable, and compostable alternative to plastic wrap, which means it’s easier than ever to opt for eco-friendly food storage.

Bee’s Wrap Company Mission

Creating sustainable food storage is what Bee’s Wrap is all about. Beyond providing solutions for your home kitchen, the company is also on a mission to make a difference in the life of bees. Bee’s Wrap partners with The Bee Cause Project, a non-profit that places observation hives in schools across the country as part of its mission to help students, teachers, and the community learn about the power of bees.

Benefits of Bee’s Wrap

Bee’s Wrap was built on a commitment to sustainability, which is why the brand takes great care in choosing the materials used for its products. Its fabric and printing has been certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard, a third-party organization that details strict supply chain and organic production requirements to help organic textiles become part of everyone’s daily life around the globe. Here are even more reasons why we’re proud to stock Bee’s Wrap on our shelves.

The products are handmade in Middlebury, Vermont, by a dedicated team of artisans
The beeswax is sourced from sustainably-managed hives in the United States
The packaging is plastic-free and recyclable
The products are reusable, biodegradable, and can be added to your compost pile once the lifespan has run out
Certified by Green America, a non-profit that works to create environmentally sustainable communities
A B Corp family business

Top Bee’s Wrap Products

These products make it easy to use less plastic in the kitchen:

Assorted Sandwich Wrap, 3-Pack

This pack comes with three wraps of varying sizes. Use them to pack waste-free lunches, picnics, or store leftovers. The wrap is malleable and holds its shape while creating a moisture-proof seal to protect the food inside.

Single Bread Wrap

Don’t let your homemade creations dry out on the counter top! This eco-friendly bread wrap will keep your loaf fresher longer. Just warm the wrap in your hands and form it around your loaf.

Tips for Going Eco-Friendly

Pursuing an eco-friendly lifestyle doesn’t happen overnight. Here are some of our tips to make lasting changes:

How to Go Zero-Waste

We challenged our staffers to go zero waste for seven days, then checked in on the results. (Turns out, it’s harder than it sounds.) Read this article for tips on making an eco-friendly difference in your own life.

The Elements of Sustainable Farming

Supporting sustainable farms and the companies that source ingredients from them are some of the easiest ways you can make a positive difference in the environment. This post goes into more depth on why it’s important.

All About Manuka Honey

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