We're human and sometime we're suckers for packaging and colors.
Such was the case a few nights ago when we were in the checkout line at REI. We'd gone for a couple water bottles and we walked out with a couple water bottles and a couple sporks.
Light My Fire Spork
Why?
Well, we suppose we could pack a fork, knife, and spoon to work with our lunches; but, the fact of the matter is, we were forgetting to more often than not. Which meant we ended up using disposable utensils in the office. Not cool.
So, we thought these bright colored Sporks ($3.99 by Joachim Nordwall for Light My Fire) would inspire us to take our own utensils -- make that utensil -- every day.
Do we suck for buying something because it's brightly colored and sort of cool looking? Or is it OK because it will hopefully inspire a green habit? Feel free to be harsh -- we've got thick skin.
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If you do suck, it's only because these hit the blogosphere about a year ago.
I bought mine in Stockholm, use it every day at work. Be careful of the knife, it can hurt your mouth if you're not paying attention!
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The Light My Fire Spork is a major part of my day to day conservation efforts: http://thefeltmouse.blogspot.com/2008/01/go-green-in-2008-on-go-green.html.
I use it at sit down restaurants where reusable flatware is not offered (with a cloth napkin, of course). I bought mine for a little less at Walmart, or all places. I was so happy with the Light My Fire spork that I gave one to all of my co-workers for Christmas.
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I bought a couple of these for my boyfriend and he loves them. Next up: spend $ on me for a couple!
view iloveOrange's profile
I almost bought one, but I was afraid I would forget about the knife edge and cut my mouth with it. Also, if the knife and fork are attached, how are you supposed to hold the food while you cut it?
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I think this totally falls into the category of a green purchase. Sure, they are gimmicky, but if you'll use them and stop using the plastic at work, then they are well worth it...on top of that, they'll probably spark some conversations with onlookers, which might lead to a few more folks being conscientious about their own waste!
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I don't really have an opinion either way on whether or not this was a green purchase but if you find yourself stuck using disposibles at work, do what I do: wash them and stick them in your desk for the next time you forget silverware.
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Why not just keep a set of silverware at your desk at work and reuse those? It doesn't seem particularly green to buy a new piece of plastic when you can get a perfectly good fork/spoon/knife at the local thrift for probably around a dollar.
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I agree with augustlincoln - it's more green to bring your own silverware rather than purchase more plastic. Spending $4 for a plastic spork seems a little silly...
view SMM's profile
I bought one to use on camping trips - but have found myself using it more for work.
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