Single-Use Plastic Alternatives by Wendy Barnes Design

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Which Reusable Straws are Best?

Jan 21, 2020

Written by Wendy Barnes

What kind of reusable straw should you choose? Are you a metal straw person or a glass straw type? With bamboo straws, silicone straws and more, which straws are best? Here is my guide for you to use as a fun starting point in discovering your favorite new reusable straw! Continue reading

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How to Remember to Use Your Reusable Straw!

Oct 11, 2019

Written by Wendy Barnes

How to Remember to Use Your Reusable Straw!

Saying 'No Straw Please' is one of the most empowering sustainability movement phrases of the decade. The trouble is, many times we forget to say it before a disposable straw is plopped down in front of us. From that point, the environmental dilemma ensues: Continue reading

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Reusable Straw Do's and Don'ts

Apr 17, 2019

Written by Wendy Barnes

Carrying your own reusable straw is like the gateway drug to plastic-free living. Taking the next step to avoid all single-use plastic is inevitable. Here are my Do's & Don'ts for Reusable Straws: Continue reading

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How Not to Forget Your Shiny New Straw

Aug 31, 2018

Written by Wendy Barnes

First umbrellas, now reusable straws are being left behind at every restaurant! Luckily they are not waste (like single-use plastic) and will be reused. Lovely new metal straws, stainless steel straws, copper straws, bamboo straws and more are being forgotten. Here is how to arm your reusable straw case with a solution! Continue reading

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Three Steps To Take Your Bar or Restaurant Plastic Straw-Free

Jun 24, 2018

Written by Wendy Barnes

Three Steps To Take Your Bar or Restaurant Plastic Straw-Free

So you've decided to make the right choice for our planet (or your local government has given you no choice!), how do you begin?

There are two perspectives you will need to consider- yours as a business and your customers.

Financially, there is no question that any disposable plastic straw alternative is going to cost you more money. However, this is only if you view this as an eye for an eye scenario.

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How To Carry Your Reusable Straw in Style!

Jun 13, 2018

Written by Wendy Barnes

How To Carry Your Reusable Straw in Style!

So you've gotten your reusable straw or paper straws- that's great! Now, how are you carrying them around with you? Do you want to learn more about super cute reusable straw cases that also give back to wildlife conservation for each animal pictured? Continue reading