What's in my zero waste bags??

It's about time I show you what's in my low waste bag...or should I say low waste BAGS? I don't carry that many zero waste swaps but I do carry a few that help me live zero waste on a daily basis whether I'm hiking, running errands, or just going out. What's in your eco bag? Shop the brands and learn more about low waste swaps below!

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[leenb.]

I’ve seam-ripped a few of my reusable face masks (of course I had made too many, didn’t really count how much squares of fabric I was cutting… oops) to make little pattern weights for sewing. The straps from those face masks I had made from sports tops that had gotten too small (I didn’t need to finish those edges and the fabric has good elasticity) and now they are used as reusable rubber bands and hair ties. I’m allergic to latex so especially the rubber bands alternative is a game changer. Previously I would just cut up a small piece of sewing elastic if I ever needed an elastic thing that ribbon or cord wasn’t an option. If you sew and upcycle: keep the cut off seams of the garments as either ribbons or bands! The worn out elastics (or too small ones) that needed a replacement I also keep to tie up whatever needs it.
After my weighed blanket got too dirty to give away but my chronic illnesses have kinda ordered me to not use a weighed blanket anymore. Love the feel but can’t make my bed anymore and getting in and out of bed was getting too hard. So not being able to use or give away left cutting it up to repurpose as an option. I’ve seam ripped all the horizontal seams and collected the tiny glass pearls at the bottom and collected the tiny beads into several containers (it was a big and heavy struggle to get to that point though LOL) and now I have the blanket looking and feeling like a comforter (granted, a thin one) or batting that’s already sandwiched between some fabric so that’s waiting on being cut into the pieces for my self drafted jacket(s). As I have enough of the glass pearls, my mom also has some for several things.
My overly active sensitivity towards chemicals and such have made clear that using some essential oil inside a face masks is also a game changer when I do need to go near or in to the household cleaning products ilse of the store. I have been stranded in my car on the parking lot too many times after such an event so figuring out that tip has been such a life /time saver that I thought to mention it here as well, should anyone be helped by this info.
Keep up the good work ❤

[CreativeRedundancy]

Hello Emma. As one that likes reusing and camping, I really enjoyed seeing this like the second hand bag, upcycled and reused gear (I like those tins❤) of course I’m crochet hooked but won’t knit pick the items cause “there’s no one size fits all” I’m actually working on a bag from reclaimed, reused, found, upcycled and donated resources for the layout. Take CaRe

[Princessponder]

Thank you for being so vulnerable! Progress not perfection. You’re doing great! It’s amazing how similar our bags are 😆

[TravelSoMuch]

I love videos like these! I couple weeks ago, I posted a short about low-waste packing for a trip with just a backpack, and it only got a few views. Not sure why my viewers don't like that kind of thing, but I just wanted to comment here to say that some of your viewers LOVE this!

[saltyflour]

You’re so cool! Recently discovered a recycling scheme for one of my favourite British Brands! So happy with it. I love your hair !

[piatoa]

Girl I love this video . I have migraine and I used a lot of the products especially the oil and prescription…. Gracias

[BigleBee]

“In hopes that the lavender would heal me..”
insomnia girlie who also sniffs lavender to try and calm her brain to sleep. “Does it work? No. Do I like the Vibe? Yes.”

[Julia_Kucher]

So much interesting stuff! Thanks for the video! As for me I carry a bunch of things in my backpack for all occasions. I can survive even a zombie apocalypse, haha! 😁

[arcadiaaa]

Idk about the small business part. I’ve worked for several, and none of them tried even a little bit to be eco friendly. They have less public pressure, less logistical framework, and oftentimes are not subject to the same legal requirements larger businesses are. I hate large corporations as much as the next girl, but I also hate that we put small businesses on a pedestal just for being less successful. Shopping local is better for the environment, whether the businesses is large or not, but shopping small outside of your community has very few benefits. Also, aside from environmental concerns, small businesses often have (and take advantage of) lower minimum wages and are more likely to not pay employees.

[karenmeyer]

I loved this light and funny video. Thank you for putting yourself out there to teach us.

[magadiendor]

You're such an interesting person! I really like your videos.

[ashleystanley]

This was so interesting! I carry so much stuff with me all the time, especially always a reusable water bottle, organic tampons (Natracare), pens, at least one lip balm. I'm on a trip right now, and I really wish I had brought more lip balms haha.

[wendy-zarate]

Oh the essentials of lip balm and medicines! Great video but man my back hurts from just thinking how heavy that bag is? But those are all essentials when camping and backpacking!

[denisemarie]

I have lip balm stashed all over the place too! 😂❤

[pyenygren]

11:17 Using a mask during pollen season is what makes me less sick.

[leenb.]

I am trying out bitter orange essential oils. It’s more anxiety, nervousness and stress related relief than headache or migraines, I think but since some have their migraines triggered by those things, I’m curious whether that essential oil has helped others. So if any of y’all have heard of or tried it, I’m all ears!

[Michelle-bkuq]

Which style of Loop earplugs do you use?

[DerKommasar]

Do you ever leave your bag in the heat? And does the lotion bar ever melt?

[jennyjenjen]

Would love to know what crystals do you like for migraines?