

Goldilocks Goods, Victoria, British Columbia. They are strong and durable as well, so don't be scared to bunch them up into a ball, press and mould them with the heat of your hands to hold a shape and get them to do what you want. Goldilocks beeswax wraps are a reusable, all-natural eco-friendly. Anything that is hard or drying on your hands (heat, harsh detergents, etc) will likely also be hard on your wraps.
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Once you find you are using your wraps instinctually, feel free to keep them in a cupboard or drawer.

Everyone seems to have that drawer that things go into and never come back out of, right? We are creatures of habit and out of sight, out of mind is a real thing. If you've never used beeswax wraps before, or if you're trying to get family members in the house to switch over, we recommend keeping them in a basket or bowl on the counter for the first while. Goldilocks wraps are perfect for preserving leftovers, but if it's a hot dish just let it cool off to room temperature before you cover it up. It may make your kitchen smell awesome, but your food and wrap will be wrecked!Īre you noticing a trend yet? Heat and wax are not friends. It's also not good for your wrap as it causes melting. Whether you start using reusable beeswax wraps as an alternative to plastic wrap (and we hope you have already!) let's agree to stop microwaving plastics. Preheat oven to the lowest setting ( 150☏ to 200☏) Line a baking tray with parchment paper or tin foil. Depending on what you have wrapped, you can simply wipe the beeswax wrap down with a damp cloth, or you can use some soap suds from a mild dish detergent and rinse with cold water.Īlthough plastic wrap is not actually intended for microwave use, this became a popular method out of convenience.

So be sure to use cold water as much as you can.
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Using hot water will start to de-saturate or pull the wax away from the cotton, meaning it will start to crack and crumble. One of the biggest factors that will affect the longevity of your wrap is hot water.

This may seem self-explanatory but you’d be surprised how many people are afraid to use their Goldilocks beeswax wraps because they’re so beautiful! We get it, they are pretty darn cute, but please don’t let them just sit in your drawers collecting dust! We want them to inspire you to live a low waste life and make you happy each time you reach for them.One of the most common questions we get is "how do I wash my wraps?" So we decided to put together a list of our top 5 care instructions to ensure your reusable beeswax wraps live a long and healthy life! Beeswax wraps, on the other hand, are natural, allow your food to breathe, keeping it fresh for longer and help divert more food waste from the compost bin. In fact, plastic is has now been declared as toxic in Canada. We don’t know about you, but wrapping food in plastic just doesn’t feel right to us. Plastics aren’t just negative for the environment, they’re not great for people either. Making the transition to using Goldilocks Goods beeswax wraps regularly in your home may seem like a huge lifestyle shift at first, however, we promise it’s easier than you expect and so worthwhile! It’s a small swap that has a big impact on the environment and it’s also a healthier decision for your home.
