PaperlessKitchen Blog

Meet KMN Drawer Decor!

Tired of trying to root through the drawers to find all of the pieces of your silverware set? Not only are those messy drawers annoying, but they're also hard on your flatware. Tossing silverware haphazardly in drawers can lead to wear and tear on the metal and shorten the life of your silverware.

Knowing this, we were excited to have the opportunity to add KMN Home Drawer Decor Organizers to our inventory. These products fit into kitchen drawers and allow you to set up the divider system any way that you want to organize your silverware.

The mat and the dividers are made out of food-safe, nontoxic silicone and will simplify setting the table and cleaning up after meals. You can check them out in the KMN Home department!    

Introducing New Styles in the Lunchskins Line

Lunchskins are a unique plastic sandwich bag alternative that is perfect for kids and grownups alike. The fabric is the same type used by the best bakeries in Europe for keeping pastries and breads fresh. The patterning on each Lunchskins bag is vibrant and colorful, and we've recently added several new designs to our inventory. Here's a look at the three sizes of Lunchskins and our new patterns:

- Lunchskins Snack Bags - The snack bags are rectangular in shape and 6-1/2 inches by 3-1/2 inches in size. They have a Velcro flap for a secure seal, and they are dishwasher safe. The bag below is the Aqua Dot. We also added Navy Blue Circuit, Green Dot, Red Dot and Green Stripe to our lineup.

- Lunchskins Sandwich Bags - Square in shape, the Lunchskins Sandwich Bags have the Velcro closure and the same dishwasher-safe fabric as the snack bags. They measure 6-1/2 inches by 6-1/2 inches in size and are handmade like the entire Lunchskins collection. Shown below is the fun Navy Shark pattern. You can also check out our new Red Bird, Red Apple, Mango Slices, Green Pear, Green Lizard, Green Bud and Black Zebra designs.

- Lunchskins Sub Bag - Big enough to hold a 6-inch hoagie the sub bag is 8 inches by 7 inches in size and features all of the same details as the snack and sandwich bags. This one is the Red Mosaic. We also added a Brown Horizontal Stripe and a Green Vertical Stripe to Paperless Kitchen.

Which Lunchskins bag is your fave? Leave us a note in the "Comments" section to tell us about it!

Paperless Kitchen Now Carries More thinkBaby

We heard you loud and clear! After more requests that we expand our thinkBaby product offerings, we have now added more green solutions for babies and toddlers from this award-winning brand. Parents love thinkBaby, and it's easy to understand why. Their products are designed by pediatricians and engineers and are free of all types of toxins.

Here's a look at some of the brand new sustainable items we're now featuring in our kids section:

- thinkBaby Baby Bottles - Sold in 5-ounce and 9-ounce sizes, thinkBaby bottles are made of medical grade silicone and designed not to leak. Also anti-colic the bottles can be used from birth onwards. We are now carrying both sizes and both Stage A and Stage B replacement nipples.

                                                5-ounce                           9-ounce

- thinkBaby Starter Set - Perfect for a green baby shower gift, this set includes two small bottles, two large bottles and two of each type of nipple that thinkBaby makes. It's the perfect way to stock up on BPA free baby bottles.

- thinkBaby Low Wall and Traditional Cereal Bowls - Both of these bowls are made of stainless steel and polypropylene and come with lids for traveling. The low wall is perfect for younger babies to reach into. Both hold up to 10 ounces.

                   thinkBaby Low Wall Baby Bowl                                 thinkBaby Cereal Bowl

- thinkbaby Bento Boxes - Moms and dads can't get enough of the thinkBaby bento box because it's so perfect for traveling. The square container has a snap-on lid and is lined with nontoxic stainless steel. thinkBaby recently introduced Light Teal and Light Green colors to go along with the traditional Blue and Orange.

                     thinkBaby Light Teal Bento Box                     thinkBaby Light Green Bento Box

Do you love thinkBaby? Tell us why in the "Comments" section!

Tons of New Ways to Style Your Green Lunchbox with eco Ditty

eco Ditty makes lunch greener by allowing you to ditch plastic bags and use a reusable, dishwasher-safe cotton lunch bag in its place. We've carried this brand since the launch of our store and now have expanded our collection with many new styles. Here's a look at the three different sizes of eco Ditty lunch bags available and some of the new designer colors.

eco Ditty Lunch Bag - Brand new to the eco Ditty collection is the lunch bag, which is 10 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches in size. It's big enough to take the place of paper lunch bags and has a drawstring top. Check it out in the Fields of Pink shown here and in the Aboriginal print Eyes of the World and the Spiral Let It Grow.

                                       eco Ditty Fields of Pink Lunch Bag

eco Ditty Sandwich Bag - The perfect place to put a PB&J, the sandwich bag is 7-1/4 inches by 6 inches in size. It has an unbleached and undyed inner liner and fastens with a hook and eye closure. The style shown is the Fields of Honey. There's also a red and green Ginkgo, a green spiral Let it Grow, a white bubble Morning Dew, solid Powder Blue, solid Spring Green and a grass and clover print in Aqua and in Black and White new in the collection.

                           eco Ditty Fields of Honey Sandwich Bag

eco Ditty Snack Bag - Rounding out the collection is the eco Ditty Snack Bag, which is 4 inches by 6 inches in size. Like the sandwich bag, it has a hook and eye closure and an unbleached liner. We have this bag in the Morning Dew print shown here and in three new colors that you can check out in the eco Ditty collection.

                                       eco Ditty Morning Dew Snack Bag

Which new eco Ditty print is your favorite? Let us known in the "Comments" section.

Introducing...Seventh Generation

We are proud to announce that we have begun to carry a selection of Seventh Generation products. The company is the largest independently owned manufacturer of green alternatives in the United States and is committed to offering solutions for products that are otherwise wasteful or bad for the planet. Our collection will include only those Seventh Generation products that are intended as paper replacements. For now, our collection includes:

- Seventh Generation Free and Clear Wipes - These baby wipes are made out of plant-based fibers and are hypoallergenic and nontoxic. This makes them perfect for protecting babies' skin and the planet at the same time. The wipes are sold by the case, giving you 12 conveniently sized packages of 64.

- Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes in Lemongrass and Thyme - Perfect for cleaning kitchens, cordless phones and other surfaces where germs linger, these plant-based disposable wipes kill up to 99.9 percent of household germs with no artificial ingredients. The wipes come in canister of 70, and we're offering them in a money-saving case of six.

Check out the Seventh Generation products and let us know what you think!

Paperless Kitchen Tested: Snack Time rePETe

The ChicoBag  collection is one of our newest lines here at Paperless Kitchen. Recently, I put the Snack Time rePETe snack bags to the test to see how they worked.

The Basics:

Snack Time rePETe snack bags are made of recycled plastic polyester fabric. They have a sort of slippery, satiny feel. The bag has a fold-over flap with Velcro and a top closure. There is also a piece of sticky Velcro on the tab and two of the fuzzy Velcro tabs on the bag. At first, I wasn’t sure why there were two, but when I started playing with it more, I realized that the two tabs allow you to adjust the size.

The Test:

I’ll admit it. When I first looked at the snack bag, I thought, “This is going to leak,” but to my surprise it didn’t. I tried tortilla chips, a sandwich and even raisins inside without any leakage. With the sandwich, the bread didn’t get stale even after being in the bag for a few hours in the fridge. I did have a little trouble getting it out of the bag neatly, so I would say this bag is more for snacks.

The Wash:

The Snack Time rePETe snack bags are machine-washable. I laundered mine, and you couldn’t tell that it had been washed. It looked as good as new.

The Takeaway:

I would definitely use this bag to take along snacks on an airplane or a road trip, and it would be useful for the office or school. As I explained, it’s really not meant to be a sandwich bag, so stick to putting your munchies in it.

New Green Sprouts Products Available

We have gotten some rave reviews of our Green Sprouts products and have decided to expand our inventory and carry some new products from this green, BPA-free brand for kids. Some of the new pieces you'll find in our collection include:

- Green Sprouts Aqua Bottles - Sold in 5 colors, these toddler water bottles are unbreakable and have integrated straws.

- Green Sprouts Eco-Friendly Cornstarch Dinnerware - Made from corn-based plastics, this dinnerware line includes a bowl, a divided plate and a utensil set.

- Food Storage Cubes - Stackable, freeze-able and completely nontoxic, these are great for baby food.

- Green Sprouts Garden Lunch Line - This line of matching lunch bags, snack bags and nontoxic ice packs makes lunchtime greener.

- Green Sprouts Safari Utensil Set - Ready to travel with the included carrying case, this set includes a fork, a spoon and chopsticks.

- Green Sprouts Safari Bento Box in Blue Hippo - Toddlers love the Safari bento boxes, which are shaped like animals. We're pleased to offer the hippo to join the crocodile, the monkey and the lion.

These are just a few of the new Green Sprouts products in our collection. Check out the whole product line today.

Paperless Kitchen Now Offers ChicoBags

We're pleased to announce the addition of a new brand to our product lineup--ChicoBags. Named after the location of their factory in Chico, California, the ChicoBag brand is committed to offering alternatives to all types of plastic bags, including sandwich bags, shopping bags and single-use produce bags. The company manufactures products out of PET, a fabric fashioned out of recycled plastic. Natural fibers, including hemp and cotton, are used in some designs.  

We are currently featuring three ChicoBags products in our collection:

- Chico Bag Snack Time Recycled PET Baggies Snack and Sandwich Reusable Bags - These snack bags adjust for toting snacks and sandwiches of various sizes. They come in a convenient three pack.

- Chico Bag rePETe, Hemp & Mesh Reusable Produce Bags with Pouch - Each of these three eco-friendly, reusable bags is designed for a different type of product. All three roll up and fit inside an apple carrying case.

- Chico Bag Hobo rePETe - This bag lets you say no to paper and plastic at the grocery store. It has two small storage pockets and a larger inner compartment and is worn over the shoulder. You can fold it up into the inner pocket for keeping it inside of your purse until you're ready to check out. We're offering the bag in two colors.

Be sure to keep checking back, as we're going to feature reviews of these products in the coming days.

New Green Disposables from Eco Products

We have recently expanded our collection of Eco Products green disposables to give you more ways to enjoy the convenience of throwaway dinnerware without contributing to the planet's paper or plastic waste problems. Like all Eco Products products, these items are biodegradable and compostable.

Here are some of the new products:

1. Eco Products Hot Cups - Made out of PLA corn-based plastic and sugarcane, these cups come in different sizes and keep your fingers safe from hot drinks.

                                    12 ounce Hot Cups

2. Eco Products Cold Cups - These 100 percent PLA cups are ideal for all kinds of cold drinks. They come in different sizes and coordinate with domed lids for on-the-going sipping without any spills.

3. Eco Products Drinking Straws - Available in two different sizes, these straws are wrapped in sugarcane paper and are made of PLA.

4. Eco Products Soup Containers - These ultra durable bowls are extra thick for soups and stews. They are crafted out of sugarcane and lined with PLA.

Check out these new items and the rest of our Eco Products offerings here at Paperless Kitchen.

5 New Ways to Pack Your Lunch with Fit & Fresh

During back to school season, we added two Fit & Fresh products to our collection, and after getting great feedback about them from our customers, we've added some new Fit & Fresh products to the Paperless Kitchen collection. Here are 10 of the latest and greatest items you'll find right here on our site:

1. Fit & Fresh Fruit and Veggie Bowl - This handy container has a built-in ice pack, four sections for fruits and veggies and a central lidded container for dip or dressing.

2. Fit & Fresh Jaxx Shaker - Available in four colors, this handy shaker is perfect for mixing weight loss shake and protein shakes because of its unique agitator.

3. Fit & Fresh Lunch Pod - This durable hard plastic container has a built-in ice pack and plenty of room for your sandwich.

4. Fit & Fresh Lunch Set - A set of three nesting containers, this set lets you bring a sandwich and two sides while keeping everything cool with a built-in ice pack.

5. Fit & Fresh Salad Shaker - With this container, you just pour in the salad dressing, turn the knob and shake to distribute it all over your salad when it's time to eat. The design includes an ice pack.

All Fit & Fresh products are free of BPA, making them nontoxic and safe for your family. Check out the entire collection to find the best way to pack your lunch!