Plastic bags can be recycled many different ways. The most obvious use is as a small trash bag for small trashcans around the home, but there are many other ways to use them. Instead of purchasing yet another plastic bag for collecting dog waste, use those plastic bags that you got free! Is the aroma of dirty diapers creeping out of your trashcan? Wrap them in plastic grocery bags first before throwing them away, this way it will help conceal the stench. You can also line the kitty litter box with a plastic bag, making changing the litter simple and easy. For crafty individuals, cut the bags into strips and use them as crochet or knitting yarn, called plarn, and even make your own reusable grocery bags. You can also use the bags to keep loosely stored items in one place and keep mess free storage. If you ship items frequently, plastic bags can make great packing material when rolled up into balls instead of using packing peanuts. Moreover, these bags are great water resistant booties over your shoes, or just over your socks, to protect your feet from a soggy cold mess. Many thrift stores and consignment shops will accept donated plastic bags for customer purchases, as well. Lastly, if other recycling ideas do not appeal to you, simply put them in specific bins located at the entrance of most grocery stores today.
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