Beeswax fabric food wrap is a fun new way to save your leftovers and help the environment.
Fabric food wrap.
Once i found the perfect recipe using beeswax i figured that making a vegan version with carnauba wax wouldn t be that difficult.
You might have heard about adding pine resin to beeswax wraps.
I m excited to show off my project here today.
Beeswax food wraps are easy to make and you can customize them to fit your food storage needs.
Choose your own fabric and cut them to fit your most used containers or typical lunch foods.
This diy version is much more affordable especially if you buy in bulk and have a make and take party with friends.
Makes 2 to 3 12 x 12 inch cloths.
Sprinkle the fabric with a light layer of beeswax.
The best options for fabric are something about the thickness of a bed sheet with a very tight weave i was also going to use a bed sheet but the appeal of this ikea fabric was too compelling pinking shears to cut the fabric so it won t fray parchment paper.
You can also choose beautiful prints the reusable wrap pictured is a lightweight organic cotton fabric from monaluna that i got a great.
Bees wrap is a great investment because it s long lasting but it is an investment.
I ve got some photos and a video to walk you through making your own resuable food wraps plus i ll tell you where to buy the beeswax.
Fabric a good tip from the diy fabric wrap tutorial on nourishing joy.
This earth friendly product is just as easy and convenient to use as plastic sandwich bags or plastic wrap and better for the environment.
Beeless vegan food wrap.