I use a lot of ziplock bags every day…well I used to anyways. The other day my friend told me about these reusable silicone bags that you can get at the store so I got some. They were kind of expensive but I figured I can just get a refund if I don’t like them. I’m trying to convert more of my disposable kitchen items to be more eco-friendly. So between these bags,
swedish dishcloths,
and
silicone baking mats,
I think I’m off to a good start! The one I got is in aqua, it says on the packaging that its 15-ounce.
I tried it out immediately once I got home. My first impression was that the material was very thick and rubbery…in a good way. I was a bit skeptical about how it closes since it seemed kind of flimsy but to my surprise it actually closes very securely. Its funny actually after I closed it I struggled to get it back open again. So yeah, the seal will definitely seal your food.
The next day I used it to bring my sandwich to work (I usually use a regular baggie). Of course I gave it a good wash beforehand. One thing thats great about the silicone is it keeps the shape of your food…in other words my sandwich didn’t squashed like it sometimes does in my work bag. There wasn’t any noticeable smell or anything either coming from the silicone…my sandwich tasted exactly the same as before so that’s a good thing. I know sometimes if the material is bad it can leave an odor in your food which I think is really gross.
Whats even more impressive is that the silicone is microwavable. This actually makes eating lunch super convenient at work…I can just put the whole thing in the microwave for 15 seconds and I’ll get a warm meal. Whereas when I used regular baggies I would never get the luxury of eating a warm sandwich. Ive already had a coworker as me about them. I guess it attracts attention when you put something like that in the microwave. Ive never used it on the stove top though it says you can. The idea of putting it over open flame kind of makes me nervous so I think i’ll hold back on that for now.
Like others have said they wash up great in the dishwasher too. I don’t use my dishwasher too often though so I just clean them by hand. Just use soap and water…the regular stuff, and leave it to air dry. I always dump the excess water out first otherwise i’ll take that much longer.
The bottomline is that they’re great reusable bags. The silicone is high quality and doesn’t have any smell. They’re microwavable and easy to wash as well. My only complaint is that yeah they’re a little hard to open and close. I guess thats a good thing since it means that the seal works well? Or maybe I’m just lacking power in my fingers who knows…Anyways I don’t regret buying this product though it was kind of pricey. Less stuff to the landfill is always a good thing imo.
| Brand | Stasher |
|---|---|
| Material | Silicone |
| Capacity | 28 Fluid Ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 10.25"W x 8.25"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Storage, Packing |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Microwave Safe, Dishwasher Safe |
| Shape | Square |
| Color | Aqua |
| Item Weight | 0.07 Kilograms |
| Model Name | Stasher Bag |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Size | Sandwich |
| Reusability | Disposable |
| Material Type Free | PVC Free, BPA Free, Latex Free |
| Is Microwaveable | Yes |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Manufacturer | Stasher |
| UPC | 816990012608 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00816990012608 |
| Part Number | 602967-STSB03 |
| Item Weight | 2.46 ounces |
| Item model number | STSB03A |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Pattern | Bag |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Microwave Safe, Dishwasher Safe |
| Included Components | Silicone Bag |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
