Sofia Menchaca

Post to our Team APE feed about an item that you "upcycled" or "creatively reused" and thereby avoided consuming plastic associated with buying a new item and having that item sent to you/your area!

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, or dirt with baking soda.

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can, making sure to kindly let people know why I'm asking for alternative packaging.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with a sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable option.

I will swap out 3 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and tupperware-like containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

I will keep 3 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

I will spend 30 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.