Category Archives: PlasticLess Tips

Making Reusable Bags from ‘Disposable’ Bags

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Plasticless

This isn’t exactly a review of Fat Bottom Bags. I chose local solutions as much as possible and these bags are made in the North West of America. They caught my eye because they look quite a bit like the … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, PlasticLess Tips, Shopping | 7 Comments

Growing Your Own Food

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Plasticless

I am not an expert on this subject, please do yourself a favor and seek out people who are. I just wanted to point out that a great way to cut down on food packaging is to have the food … Continue reading →

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99 Bottles of Water…

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Plasticless

I was back on Gozo last week. It was great to be back there. I think I will always consider it to be one of my favorite places to live. Unfortunately, visiting involved drinking water out of plastic bottles The … Continue reading →

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Bring Your Own Beer Glass

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Plasticless

I have to confess that I have never thrown a party for dozens of people. I am an introvert. If I were to wake up as an entirely different person and decide to have a big bash for all of … Continue reading →

Posted in Beverages, Entertainment, Environment, Food, Garbage, News, Party, PlasticLess Tips, Recreation, Society | 2 Comments

Video Tutorial: Making Glue

Posted on July 2, 2009 by Plasticless

There is nothing very complex about making glue. I really made this video because I am doing some trial and error work with Catherine’s new video camera. I apologize for the loud clanking kitchen noises. I have now learned that … Continue reading →

Posted in Office Supplies, PlasticLess Tips, Video Tutorial | 2 Comments

The Real Cost of Free Toys

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Plasticless

I presently live in a country that does not have any McDonald’s outlets. I had to check online to find out the current theme for the 1/4 pound of plastic that kids get with their cholestafest. Happy Meal Toys are … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Environment, Food, Plastic, PlasticLess Tips, Society, Toys | 3 Comments

Home Made Glue

Posted on June 6, 2009 by Plasticless

When the perfect box for my long imagined solar cooker project showed up on the curb across the street, I was happier than any normal 40 year old should be. After choosing a plan from SolarCooking.org and doing all the … Continue reading →

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Review of Overfly Brand Safety Razor

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Plasticless

I said that I would do this if anybody double dog dared me. That was meant to be a lighthearted movie allusion to add some color to this otherwise quite boring green blog. Somebody dared me, in the comments, about … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternatives, Blogging, Environment, Food, Garbage, Health, Health and Beauty, Inspiration, News, Plastic, PlasticLess Tips, Safety, Shaving, Society | 2 Comments

Alternatives to Plastic Bubble Wrap

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Plasticless

I owe somebody an apology. Back a few months ago I wrote a post about Virtual Bubble Wrap. That post is ranking at the top of Google for the term Alternatives to Plastic Bubble Wrap and obviously the cute little … Continue reading →

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Tonka Toys

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Plasticless

I grew up with Tonka toys. They were mostly hand-me-downs from older cousins. Back when I was a kid they were steel with some plastic parts. They were durable. I wouldn’t call them indestructible. My dad drove a real dump … Continue reading →

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