5 Brilliant Ziplock Bag Tricks Everyone Needs to Know
Bag It Up: Clever Ziplock Tricks You’ll Love
Confession time: I hoard ziplock bags. I mean, they’re just so handy, right?
These little plastic heroes can do way more than we give them credit for—from packing lunch to transforming into travel cubes, they’re always there to save the day.
Today, I'll show you some genius Ziplock bag tricks that will blow your mind ... let's begin!
Tools and Materials
- Ziplock bags (various sizes)
- A drinking straw
- Baby powder
- Dish soap
- Kitchen towel
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1. Untangle Jewelry with Baby Powder
Nothing’s worse than a tangled mess of necklaces! Thankfully, this ziplock bag hack makes it a breeze to untangle them.
- Place your tangled jewelry into a small ziplock bag.
- Add a sprinkle of baby powder to the bag.
- Seal the bag and shake it gently for a few seconds.
- Remove the jewelry and use a pin or needle to loosen the knots easily.
2. Vacuum Seal Ziplock Bags with a Straw
Ever wished you had a vacuum sealer? Now you do, and it’s just a straw away.
- Place your items (like clothes or food) into a large ziplock bag.
- Seal the bag, leaving a small opening at one corner.
- Insert a straw into the opening and suck out the air.
- Quickly seal the bag completely to lock in the vacuum effect.
3. Repurpose Store Ziplock Bags for Shoes
Those sturdy ziplock bags that clothes come in from stores? They’re perfect for keeping your shoes organized and your luggage clean.
- Place each pair of shoes in its own ziplock bag.
- Zip them up tightly to keep dirt and odors contained.
- Store these in your suitcase or closet for a neat and tidy setup.
4. Wash and Reuse Your Ziplock Bags
Why toss ziplock bags when you can reuse them? Washing them is easy and environmentally friendly.
- Turn the ziplock bag inside out.
- Wash it with mild soap and warm water.
- Rinse thoroughly and let it air dry on a dish rack.
5. Use Ziplock Bags as Packing Cubes
Packing for a trip? Ziplock bags make great packing cubes to keep your items organized.
- Group items like socks, underwear, or toiletries into separate ziplock bags.
- Label each bag for easy access during your trip.
- Use a straw to remove air for compact packing (see Trick #2!).
Easy DIY Ziplock Bag Tricks to Organize and Simplify Life
Now that you know these clever ziplock bag hacks, it’s time to put them to the test.
From jewelry care to packing hacks, ziplock bags are the ultimate multitaskers.
So, which ziplock bag trick will you try first? Let me know in the comments or share your own ideas!
Comments
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I have a couple of interesting Wine (tall and blue), Olive oil bottles that I sit on a tray to provide decoration to my kitchen.. I use to dry my plastic bags after washing. I also use a clothespin to hang them from the bottom of the window shade over the sink
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I use zip lock bags, but instead of using a straw to suck air out I just seal 98% of it, then roll it to get air out. Finish closing it after air is out while it’s still rolled tight. Viola! Tightly sealed!
Frequently asked questions
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Using baby powder to untangle jewelry has caught my attention. I’m wondering if something like flour would also work if you don’t have baby powder?