Alright, it’s time to think more about the environmental impacts of all the things we throw after a house party. During the planning, we try our best avoid, as much as possible, disposable products involved in food and drink serving. However, when the number of guests exceeds the number of our dinnerwares, it’s almost the time everyone of us tends to think about one-time-use party supplies.
How to choose an eco-friendly, natural-resource conscious item is a complex story, I understand. Choosing paper paper disposable food & drink serving items seems almost like an act of promoting unsustainable logging, we believe it is still a better choice over plastic disposables, nonetheless. Here are the reasons:
- They are safe for health
- They are bio-degradable
- They are still more eco-friendly after use
If the process of making the Earth greener is the process of getting rid of overhyped plastic use, we need to keep up with the fact that we have to use more and more nature-based products. And that includes paper, which can be made from hundreds-year-old trees, but can also be made from 3-4-year-old bamboos. For that reason, the transition from plastic to paper takes place naturally as a part of the process, “disposable”-wise.
So, trying to avoid disposable products and maximizing the use of reusable / sustainable essentials are the first step of “the green pace”.
If we can’t avoid disposable uses, try to choose the natural / eco-friendly ones (even when it means spending a couple more bucks) so that after use, we throw an eco-friendly party.
Now, with the biggest love, we introduce to you our list of:
THE BEST 14 ECO-FRIENDLY PARTY ITEMS MADE FROM PAPER
for any house party you have to host this year!
Paper Food Storage Containers (HOT)
Frozen Dessert Supplies – 12 oz Containers And Lids – White Heavy Duty Paper Cups – Durable Food Storage Containers With Vented Lids! Perfect For Soups, and So Much More! Fast Shipping!
About the product:
- Safe for food
- Perfect for freezer storing frozen desserts: ice cream, frozen yogurt, cereal, hot soups, yogurt, cake, pie, ect.
- Thick, durable, hot / cold suitable
- Leak-resistant bottom
- Comes in different sizes / shapes / colors / quantity
Our review: Finally I found a paper disposable food cup that does not make my soup taste like glue and let the melted cream leak through the bottom. This is my absolute favourite! These gorgeous paper cups are exactly what you want to prepare food for your next birthday party, wedding, holiday celebration, church activity, family get together, house party or any annual event that involves a large number of guests. I love how the bulk deal comes in such a variety of sizes, shapes and quantity which helps a lot with the presentation during house party (yeah, that’s mostly the case where I’ve got to buy disposable food containers). Just do some quick, easy (lazy) calculation before any event and as a result, you will only have few spare ones in your cupboard post-party. You buy less, save more!
Oh, and I also like to buy those with printed patterns. They are a real deal when the party has guests that are children. I tend to store the cake, sweet and desserts in those cup. The kids fall hard for it! Just a tip.
Paper Plates
Earth’s Natural Alternative – Eco-Friendly, Natural Compostable Plant Fiber 6″ Plate, Natural
About the product:
- Made from unbleached, chlorine free, pesticide free, dye free, natural discarded wheat stalk and sugarcane fiber
- Microwave safe and is liquid/oil resistant
- Hot / cold suitable
- Tree-free, environmentally beneficial, compostable
- Gluten free – made from the plant stalk
Our review: These paper plates are strong and durable. I have decided to rid my house of plastic food/drink containers years ago, and that’s when I started to look for a sufficient alternative. Not long ago I knew about Earth’s Natural Alternative through a friend who is also a very eco conscious partyphile. After the very first deal buying their plates I knew I found what I was looking for. These plant fibre plates make a perfect alter choice. They are durable enough to store any type food. They even come in various sizes. I embrace the way they commit to releasing only high quality products while never stopping their care for Mother Earth. If you have any party coming up to host, you must give these a try. In my opinion these are pretty cheap considering their quality. I’ve bought some other eco-friendly disposable plates before and Ecohomies even have articles on environmentally friendly plates that are made from a crazy number of materials that we’ve had experience with, you can check them out from the link listed below:
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As far as we go, we appreciate the consistent quality made by commited brands and we think it’s safe for us to say that so far the experience we have had with these paper plates made by Earth’s Natural Alternative lies among the top picks.
Paper Bathroom cups
Prince & Spring – Paper Bathroom Cups, Multicolor Marble Variety 3 oz
About the product:
- Marble variety in 3 colors
- Quantity variety in (5 bulk deals)
- Aesthetically pleasing
- Whoth and glamorous when you gargle
- Eh, not really suitable to serve fod
Our review: Hey, don’t mistake these with the food-safe cups made to store food and drinks during parties. These are cups made for special uses in the bathroom. Personally I had experience with bathroom-turned-to-mess kind of party when there are too many people who have needs to use the limited number of bathrooms in my house and the family-friendly facility within such place is no longer suitable for guests. In cases when I find the party I host may have to deal with the prospect of my guests using the bathroom and the guests are these “V.I.P” people such as my parents in law or a group of colleagues who are not yet so close and that I want to show a little courteousness in my preparation, I would buy a small bulk deal of these to make the party more attentive.
Sounds a bit too detail-oriented, right? But I love making plants and make the preparation perfect for almost everything I have to prepare for so…
And hey, talking about bathroom, why don’t you check out our article on
TOP 10 ECO-FRIENDLY BATHROOM IDEAS
Paper Ice cream Cups (COLD)
Frozen Dessert Supplies – Black Cowabunga Paper Ice Cream Cups – 6 oz Beautiful Dessert Bowls – Comes In Many Colors & Sizes!
About the product:
- Bright and beautiful design
- Fun colors – perfect for birthday party.
- 6 oz
- Top Rim : 3.74 inches in diameter
- Bottom : 3.18 inches in diameter
- Height: 1.87 inches tall
- Hot / cold suitable
Our review: These are perfect for ice cream. I have to say. If the above “food containers” make perfect storage for HOT soups and beans, these conquer the whole “cold” side of the party. Yogurt! If you have awesome yogurt to serve your guests during the summer parties, you may want to check these out. Imagine the well-made smooth-texture yogurt being served in these cups. The guests will be impressed. The kids will loveeeee them. They will ask for more! And let me tell you good news. With the experience I had, these cups can serve up to 5 re-fill of ice-cream and smooth texture yogurt without letting the liquid leak through the bottom. Impressive, right? And cake too. You can even serve a slice of Battenburg in these cups. Of course these won’t disappoint. With cakes its re-fill limit rockets to infinity.
I held a quite eco-friendly party during last winter, using these cups to store small cakes and pudding and Greek yogurt for my guests. Many of them during and after the party came to ask questions about the disposables I bought to prepare for the party and shared their own opinion on my choices over these little eco things – many of them are my “eco” friends. A high proportion of my guests loved these cups. They thought these are thoughtful, considering the fact that these are made from paper, the material which is itself natural and causes less harm after use compared to plastic cups. They also found the price quite reasonable too. That’s one of the reasons why these are on the special list.
Gmark – Eco-Friendly 4″ Mini Wooden Spoons, Biodegradable Compostable Birchwood (200pcs/bag) GM1042
Also, check out these wooden spoons (biodegradable and compostable) if you need any help with scooping. These are also essentials for parties even though they’re not paper-made.
Paper Salad / Dessert Bowls (Average Temperature)
JuvaleI – Ice Cream Sundae Cups – Disposable Kraft Paper Dessert Ice Cream Yogurt Bowls Party Supplies, 5-Ounce, Brown
About the product:
- Sturdy, food-grade kraft paper
- exterior PE coating -perfect for preventing condensation and becoming soft or soggy from the moisture.
- Leak-resistant construction
- Dimensions: 5 Oz, 2.2 inches tall with 3-inch top diameter
Our review: These are the ones I saw many times in ice cream shops, concession stands, diners, restaurants, food trucks, and bakeries. Quality wise, these are at the high industrial level. Eco-conscious wise, these are very Earth-friendly. At your office party, you can totally use these to store fruit cocktails, mousse, parfaits, and even macaroni and potato salad.
Let’s talk about fruits. The chilled fruits contained in these look better and taste beautifully. If your party contains a large number of veggies, you can’t miss this beautiful deal. This one is for you!
About salads. If you have ever seen any dessert served in these cups you will love how they embrace everything they store. The main reason these kraft paper cups outdo processed looking ones is that they make the food look more tasty. And that’s a placebo. It looks good – it tastes good. So, for foods that are at room or not so high / low temperature, you can use these. These are the top pick.
Paper Bowl
Avant Grub – Restaurant-Grade, Biodegradable 8 Oz Bowls Bulk. Great for Ice Cream, Chili or Soup. Disposable, Compostable Wheatstraw Bowls are Allergen-Free, Leakproof and Microwave Safe for Hot or Cold Use
About the product:
- All-natural ingredients
- Allergy-friendly and soy & gluten-free
- Protect your kids from harmful chemicals.
- Eco-friendly : recycled, compostable and biodegradable
- Tree-free to end deforestation
- Heavy duty : no leaks no spills
- Made in USA
Our review: Unlike cheap paper bowls, I’ve these these bowls hold their shape so well during and even after use. These 8 oz is not suitable for a meal size serving, I have to say, but these prevent leaks and impart no flavor – That’s what I like the most about them. Of nice size – not too big. These are very well-made, perfect to hold hot chilli, ranch dressing, mayonnaise and other sauces. Great for appetizers, isn’t it?
Although these are not designed to be fancy or pretty, and they aren’t, but they are very well functional and readily biodegradable – perfect for hosting an eco-friendly party where your friends and family gather to have a good one.
These are even microwaveable 220 degrees F so in case where you have to microwave things, anything, put them in, these will be perfectly fine.
I love how their bulk packs are affordable and convenient for any home, commercial and event setting, the utmost important point when I buy disposables is that I want the least spare possible left after every party. These are papers, they have their dates, I think. So maybe a perfect amount for a perfect use is more ideal than storing the spare in your cupboard till the next party coming up.
These are made in the US too, so buy local!
Paper Cupcake Liners
Wilton – Elegance Cupcake Liners
About the product:
- For regular 12 muffin pans
- Beautiful printed pattern
- Manufactured in china
- It’s (thick) paper, not liners foil
Our review: To all my friends who loves baking and spend a good amount of your time doing what you love, now you can have your lovely, well-made cupcakes served at your party with one of the best liners you can find on the market – the one that does not only function so well as an assistant in the kitchen (keep your cake in shape and intact throughout the process) but also has decorative patterns that is so catchy – which, definitely would wow your guests with your mindful preparation. Whether you’re hosting a party or need to bring a special treat, Wilton’s paper cupcake liners have you covered. These cupcake liners look bright and cheerful, and they are all that you will need to get your sweet treats in shape and in beauty. Once you’re done baking and decorating, you will soon realize that after heating, the thing that happens to many patterned cupcake liners that is the patterns tend to grow dim or just completely vanish does not happen to Wilton’s. And I love that so much.
Please your party guests with sweetness for the tongue and the eyes! When you need to make an impressive cupcake display, you know it’s time you got your deal!
I did not have any problem baking with these liners though, some of my friends who baked with these did. And through their feedbacks, I kind of get it that the issues sometimes have something to do with the liners’ size which, you can get detailed information in the description (don’t forget to check that out before paying) and maybe the recipe too. And because it is still one of the greatest I’m working with, so, until I figure any problem out, it’s still in my list!
Also, Wilton has a wide variety of cupcake and cake boxes you can check them out on their official website
Colorful Paper Straw
Comfy Package – Paper Jumbo Smoothie Straws,100% Biodegradable Assorted Colors
About the product:
- 10 mm diameter and 9″ height
- Perfect for enjoying thicker drinks
- Disposable paper
- 100% biodegradable environmental friendly materials.
- BPA-free paper
- Food-safe ink
- Made with multiple layers of thick paper
- Our review:
Did you know that every single year, humans throws away about 2,000 tons of plastic waste, which is made up of straw, and that huge amount of plastic ends up in our oceans? Plastic straws have been banned in some regions around the world within the past recent years. However, governmental authority can never reach out far enough if we humans don’t try to do any realistic things to make the situation better. Stop buying plastic disposables is a good start. More precisely, stop buying plastic straws and start getting on with sustainable / reusable or compostable / biodegradable ones.
And in this case, you have a party to host, or a special treat to bring out, you can’t just buy a stack of metal or glass straw just to keep them in your house after the party is over, right?
Or… you can.
In that case, don’t forget to check out our article on 15 eco-friendly reusable straws and see if there are things, anything, you would love to buy for your up coming party.
Well, in case you can not, because you are low on budget, just like me, and don’t want to store spare kitchen ware in your cupboard, just like me, you can think about the second option: COMPOSTABLE / BIODEGRADABLE straws. In this case you might need paper straws.
Those from Comfy Package are really comfy indeed. They are babes. They don’t fall apart, melt or get soggy in liquid for an extended period of time. These assorted bright colored straws will also make your party more colorful and bright – great for kids, actually. They are also very cute and classy.
Because of their jumbo size, these are highly recommended for serving heavy drinks such as smoothies, slushies, milkshakes, shakes, ect. They are durable!
The think I love the most about them is that they don’t have any taste associated with glue or any other manufacturing processes. I like how my guests does not show any sinful feeling (on their face) throwing these into the trash after use knowing that these are biodegradable.
Dye-free Paper Straws
Naturalik – Biodegradable Paper Straws Dye-Free- Brown Kraft Premium Eco-Friendly Paper Straws Bulk- Drinking Straws for Juices, Smoothies, Restaurants and Party Decorations, 7.7″ (Brown Kraft)
About the product:
- Dye-free kraft brown paper straws
- Food-grade paper
- 75″ long, 0.25″ diameter.
- Available in variety of bulk packs
- Eco-friendly and disposable
- Made of 100% biodegradable and compostable materials
Our review: When I was planning on making this party list, I did not mean to include 2 different straw deal just to prove one point. Later, however, I realize the mentioned choice is a little bit kiddy-party bias (because of their being colorful and cute) and also some of you guys would love so get some suggestions on dye-free straws, so, this one is here to stay. These are also toxin free, taste and odor free. These work pretty well in regular drinks (although they seem to fall apart a little more quickly after being immersed in alcohol for a while) but if you want to serve these thick drinks you need to make sure there aren’t any chunks to clog them. Or else just get the straws mentioned above. They are beasts for thicker sips. With regular drinks though, these work just fine and halve the price per count.
Anyway, either this or that, these are ecological alternatives to reduce single-use plastic consumption and ocean pollution. Safe the planet. Do it today.
Paper Beeswax Food Wraps
Savourio – Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap – Eco-Friendly, Organic, Biodegradable Sustainable – Food Storage Wrappers, Alternative To Plastic Bags, Beeswax Cloth, Organic Beeswax Wraps Cling Sandwich
About the product:
- 100% natural
- Biodegradable and recyclable
- Natural sustainable food storage
- Large pack
- Handcrafted from compostable cloth, ethically collected beeswax
- Made of cotton, beeswax, tree resin, and jojoba oil
Our review: My life has never been better after I knew about the existence of beewax wrappers. Look, these are real wrappers that can be use over and over and over and over again (until they tear apart I suppose) that are all natural, biodegradable and recyclable. Remember the two options we mentioned before? A product that is either sustainable / reusable or compostable / biodegradable. This is both sustainable and biodegrable at the same time it is like the god of eco-friendly products. I love these so much, even the concept of these beewax wraps makes me excited. Look how they are available in different size to make our daily life better. To shape it into any food’s perfect wrap, just use the heat from your hands to mold & shape the paper watch as it cools creating a tight seal that locks in astonishing freshness & flavor. That moment I found these, I felt in love. And after years of experiencing different wraps coming from different corners all over the eco market, I decided to stick with these from Savourio which is also one of my favourite eco-friendly brands
Paper Food Serving Tray
URPARTY – Premium Brown Disposable Paper Food Serving Tray – 2.5 lb capacity – Heavy Duty – Large
About the product:
- Sturdy Cardboard
- 2½ lbs Capacity
- Brown kraft disposable paper food tray
- Recycled Disposal collection
- Hot / Cold Food suitable
Our review: Get these food tray to serve at your party if you intend to treat your special guests with pasta, burger, fries, hot dog, nacho, taco, cheese etc. From main course to break snack, these are of the perfect shape and will do their work. They can’t handle food that are too washy – those should be takled using one of the food containers (food bowls) mentioned above – but with fries and hot dogs or tacos these will make more sense. They allow a more generous room for different set of food and allow your guests to refill their food over again without having to get a new tray every time. Really industrial look made up by a very ecological material.
Reusable Bamboo “Paper” Towels
Kitchen + Home – Bamboo Towels – Heavy Duty Eco Friendly Machine Washable Reusable Bamboo Towels – One roll Replaces 6 Months of Towels!
About the product:
- Heavy-duty strong, absorbent and durable bamboo towels
- Made from a sustainable certified organic bamboo source
- 20 perforated 11″x12″ lint free bamboo sheets / per roll
- One roll replaces 60 conventional paper towel rolls
- Machine washable
- Reusable up to 120+ times
Our review: If you haven’t get know the magic that bamboo itself and bamboo fabric can bring out, now you have to click on the link below to get insight on how bamboo can make your house a greener place. So far we have suggested on our website many many eco-friendly daily items that are made from bamboo and bamboo fabric: clothes, cloths, socks, toys, bathroom facility, straws, bags, Now we can talk about reusable towels. Bamboo is very strong and while loving their durability, I also love their softness. The feeling that fabric gives to your skin is uncomparable. Though these require special treating while washing and drying, imagine you buy towels once every one year (or two years) for your party. And through away a whole smaller amount of waste which is also biodegrable. I think a little more work for special washing treatment is worth it.
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Paper Towels
Seventh Generation – Paper Towels, 100% Recycled Paper, 2-ply, 6-Count (Pack of 4)
About the product:
- Made of 100% recycled paper (minimum 50% post-consumer recycled content)
- Strong and absorbent
- No added chlorine, dyes, inks or fragrances
- 100% compostable
Our review: If you think the whole treatment for towels is rediculous when you can just put them in the trash can, you may want to go back to buying traditional paper towel. So, if you are about to buy some rolls, why don’t buy ones that is made using recycled paper? That is a little more you can do for the nature. And your guest won’t even recognize any different because these are of a stunning level of quality. I love these in fact. And if you purchase one, you may come back to get another.
Paper Linen Like Dinner Napkins
MOCKO – Luxury Linen Like Dinner Napkins | Natural Disposable Wedding Party Linen Feel Napkins | 16″x16” Large Eco-Friendly Recycled Paper Towels | Absorbent & Soft | Perfect For Special Occasions
About the product:
- Soft and elegant linen
- Disposable, biodegradable
- Non-toxic, natural linen-feel paper hand napkins
Our review: If there are any case your party involves sitting-around-the-table kind of conversation and you want the best preparation brought out through your thoughful decision on napkin, you would love to put these on your guests’ dishes. Although these are legit paper, they look insanely luxurious. Your guest will love them, and love them more when they know these are natural paper that are biodegradable meaning if being thrown away these won’t cause any harm for the soil and/or water source.
Alright, this is the end of our list. Hope that what we are doing at Ecohomies is helping all the eco-conscious friends around the world with their daily shopping and decision-making process. It is our pleasure to be a part of the progessive community.
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