Reusable sandwich bag recs?

[lexus]

I'm trying to make some small changes... Anyone have a recommendation for reusable sandwich bags? I'm not opposed to paying a little more for a good quality product that is easy to wash and works well.

[lala]

Are you using them for snack type foods or actual sandwiches?

I've had some planet wise ones I liked. I've also seen some brand at target.

For sandwiches .& other lunch stuff I actually use plastic containers I got in the dollar spot.

[lexus]

Right now we use regular, disposable sandwich bags for cut up fruits and veggies.

[lala]

I think it's just preference. I like the hard sided containers better for most things, even fruit & veggies or anything "wet." I would use the reusable sandwich bags for crackers, veggie straws, etc. The upside to the bag is that it's likely a Velcro closure and one handed, maybe easier for younger ones?

[lexus]

These would actually be for DH and I. We send Dd's lunch in various hard containers. Sounds like it could get gross quickly since the items are wet. Maybe I will finish out this year with what we have and find a better system for next year.

[NandaB]

I use cheapo plastic containers for all of Gs lunch because I hate using ziplocs that are just going to be tossed after 2 hours. Go to the dollar store and get 4 smallish ones

[scorpio72]

Lunchskins!  www.lunchskins.com

They're fantastic.  I don't use them for sandwiches for fear of them being smashed, but I use them for snacks, fruit, most other things.  They make sandwich sizes and if an adult is using it I think the fear of being smashed is minimal.  I rinse them out or pop them in the dishwasher if they're really dirty.  Ours have held up for years.  

My older kids use these for their lunches.  They hold sandwiches well and are easy to clean.  They make tons of shapes and sizes.  www.amazon.com/Sistema-Klip-Lunch-Cube-Container/dp/B0057WDTAO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1426244840&sr=8-3&keywords=sistema+klip+it+lunch+cube

[penguingrrl]

We have lunch skins from target and are happy with them. They're dishwasher safe and the girls have no trouble using them. We use Tupperware for anything that's wet and the baggies for sandwiches and dry snacks.

[momin2013]

I use Ziploc bags for stuff like that, and I wash, dry and re-use them. I get the freezer bags, though, so they're pretty sturdy.

[feffy]

Mar 13, 2015 7:46:41 GMT -5 momin2013 said:

I use Ziploc bags for stuff like that, and I wash, dry and re-use them. I get the freezer bags, though, so they're pretty sturdy.

Just be careful not to use hot water on that kind of cheap plastic, it leaches like crazy. That goes for the dollar store containers too, avoid the dishwasher.

[momin2013]

Mar 13, 2015 8:04:39 GMT -5 feffy said:

Mar 13, 2015 7:46:41 GMT -5 momin2013 said:

I use Ziploc bags for stuff like that, and I wash, dry and re-use them. I get the freezer bags, though, so they're pretty sturdy.

Just be careful not to use hot water on that kind of cheap plastic, it leaches like crazy. That goes for the dollar store containers too, avoid the dishwasher.

Yeah, it's pretty much foods that are dry or non-sticky, so they just need a quick wash with warm water, a bit of detergent and a good rinse. I always have ziplocs perched over glasses in my sink drying - lol!

[feffy]

I actually made my own out of PUL from a diaper project. I put a zipper on top and those are my favorite.

[NandaB]

Those lunchskins are awesome! I'm totally buying some

[nowa]

Like others, I always prefer to use small plastic or stainless steel containers and I find the reusable bags annoying to wash. Plus things tend to get crushed or mushed.

But I may give the lunchskins a try if they really are dishwasher safe.

[feffy]

I also really like the 1- and 2-cup mini Pyrex containers.

[lexus]

I'm still out of plastic bags so today I took everything in an entree sized gladware container. I think I will buy a few ziplocks to have on hand for trips out, but it wasn't as bulky as I thought it would be.

[Rainyday]

I just watched "Plastic Paradise" on Netflix, it was horrifying. Not what you are asking, but it is kind of related.

[lala]

For the adults we just use glass for everything. DH takes a bag full of glass containers to work every day - leftovers, small ones w/ nuts, carrots, etc.

I wish I could send glass w/ the girls. I know I could get stainless but it's pricey for what I want and I am weird - I don't like that it's not translucent or clear. Skeeves me out for some reason.

[mamaalysson]

Mar 13, 2015 8:08:34 GMT -5 feffy said:

I actually made my own out of PUL from a diaper project. I put a zipper on top and those are my favorite.

I did this too.  A few are leftover PUL, a few are cotton with a waterproof lining.  I did velcro instead of zipper so DS could open them easier.  I love them.  I turn them inside out and throw in the laundry or rinse out in the sink.

[thecheshirekat]

These are cute and cheap on Amazon right now. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G6EEC76/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00G6EEC76&linkCode=as2&tag=seatt04-20&linkId=MIVKTXCA4YK77UX5

I haven't used them myself, but the reviews look pretty good.

[lattelady5]

I use Planetwise too. I also have a few handmade ones I did with pul.

Glad snapware containers are awesome. They're glass containers in different sizes and have very sturdy plastic snap on lids.