Sustainable & Stylish Jhola Bags – A Smart Alternative to Plastic
Eco-friendly, durable, and artisan-made. Ditch plastic, choose fabric!
In the hustle and bustle of the market, a simple interaction occurs that reflects the growing awareness of sustainability. On a regular day at the market, a girl is picking fresh vegetables. After she is done, the vendor proceeds to gather the vegetables and prepares to pack them in a plastic bag.
This is a normal routine for them; however, one small step of this girl is going to change their perception. She gently declines the plastic bag and offers her fabric bag – a reusable, handmade and stylish alternative. This is a small act but contributes to a larger movement.
Every day we see plastic bags being handed out in markets, grocery shops and vegetable-fruit vendors. These plastic bags and wrappers end up in landfills and in our waterbodies. They take hundreds of years to decompose, polluting water, and land, and harming wildlife. Yet, many of us still accept them due to convenience or habit.
Plastic bag bans are rarely successful because of the lack of alternatives. iTokri brings handmade tote bags, a smart solution for the conscious shopper. These reusable tote bags are made from organic materials and sourced from local artisans.
By switching to these, you are not only supporting the environment, and reducing plastic bag usage, but also helping the small artisans. These bags are stylish and colourful, a perfect addition to your everyday casual look. They make you look trendy and cool even when you are doing your “Roz marra ke kaam.”
Why You Should Choose Reusable Fabric Bags:
Carrying a reusable fabric bag everywhere with you is easy and fun. It offers many benefits for your daily life and environment. Here is why you should choose reusable fabric fabs in your day-to-day lifestyle,
Environmentally friendly: Reusable fabric tote bags are environmentally friendly and a great alternative to plastic bags. They help in reducing the plastic waste.
Durable: Plastic bags are prone to tear and cannot be repaired. Unlike them, fabric bags are exceptionally durable and allow you to carry more weight. Also, you can repair them if there is a tear.
Healthier alternative: Plastic bags are made with harmful chemicals and leave microplastic on food. Fabric bags are made from natural fibres. They are a safer choice for your grocery and vegetable shopping.
Stylish: Fabric bags from iTokri are available in a variety of colours and sizes. You can flaunt your inner boho chic, or trendy traditional vibe through them.
Not only for grocery or vegetable shopping, but you can also use fabric bags in your everyday life. Choose a reusable bag and encourage others to do so as well for a better tomorrow.
Ditch Plastic: Easy ways to switch to reusable fabric bags
We use plastic bags in our day-to-day life. Although many of us reuse plastic bags once or twice, they have a short lifespan. Switching to reusable fabric bags by ditching plastic ones is a great choice for Mother Nature. Here are some simple steps that can help you to make this switch,
▪️ Make it a habit of carrying fabric bags with you while stepping out. You can keep a few in your car and your purse. This way you are always prepared while buying something.
▪️ Encourage everyone around you to join this initiative. You can do so by gifting custom reusable fabric bags to your friends and family.
▪️ Refuse plastic bags whenever you can. When you start refusing to accept a plastic bag, it will help shopkeepers to join this movement as well.
▪️ Choose a durable bag. Try to choose a bag which is durable and available in multiple sizes. It will help you make them part of your everyday life easily.
▪️ Go for a stylish option. Carry a stylish fabric bag with you. It will motivate you to carry one for your shopping spree or to carry books and everyday things.
With such simple steps, making this switch will be quite easy. Help children to understand the importance of reusable fabric bags or jhola bags. Share this information with others around you. It may take a while, but your contribution will go far.
How iTokri contribute to sustainability with its reusable tote bags?
Sustainability is not about making grand gestures. It is about making small changes in our day-to-day life like refusing a plastic bag and carrying your tote bag. Such conscious choices in daily work are like a ripple effect for the greater good.
However, it is high time that we opt for simple changes like wearing sustainable fabrics, reducing the use of plastic, and opting for zero waste. Your efforts may seem like a drop in the ocean, but it is equally impactful.
iTokri brings you an artistic collection of handmade tote bags. These bags are handmade reducing carbon emissions. Also, they support the local economy, where small artisans work. If you love Indian handloom and handprinted fabrics, these bags are for you.
By refusing even a single plastic bag and carrying your bag, you are becoming part of this movement. iTokri also contributes by packing their products in old newspapers and reused paper. They aim to be an eco-friendly and sustainable business. Be a part of this change by adding that one drop. After all, to fill an ocean, every single drop matters. Your one small act of change is a step closer to a cleaner and greener future.
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