Lately, friends have been sharing a link on Facebook to a site that sells beeswax food wrappers. We decided we’d better write about how to make your own.
Beeswax food wrappers can take the place of plastic cling wrap or aluminum foil. They offer the clinging/molding qualities of each while being reusable. The beeswax in the cloth clings to itself (like cling wrap) molds somewhat rigidly, similarly to aluminum foil. The beeswax contains and restricts moisture and odors. It’s all natural, reusable, reduces household waste, and adds an interesting decorative flair to the kitchen.
Beeswax wraps on a block of cheese (l) and smaller jobs. The one on top fits under a ring to seal a jar (Photo: Mark A. Zeiger).
Michelle started making these last year, first for personal use, but soon for family Christmas presents.
They’re very useful, eco-friendly, and extremely easy to make. Here’s how: