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Sustainable Corporate Gifts That Work
Most "sustainable" gifts are just marketing, not real impact Real sustainability means: durable (5-10 years), used regularly, measurable impact, transparent claims, end-of-life plan Branded silicone straws deliver: 1 straw replaces 500+ disposables, UK-made, recycling program Don't buy offsets—buy durable products that get used
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Employee Gifts That Actually Get Used
Employee gifts are tricky: too generic feels impersonal, too expensive raises concerns Best employee gifts are practical, reflect company values, and get used daily Branded silicone straws cost £4 Used 3-5 times per week = 150+ brand touches per year Signal to employees: "We value quality, thoughtfulness, and sustainability"
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Event Giveaway Ideas That People Don't Throw Away
Most event giveaways end up in the bin people toss cheap branded merchandise without thinking Practical items that solve real problems get kept and used Branded silicone straws work because they're useful, premium-feeling, and memorable Expected keep rate: 60-70% (vs. 5-10% for typical giveaways) Post-event brand touches: 100+. ROI: Exceptional
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Branded Silicone Straws for Drinks Brands
Drinks brands need promotional merchandise that actually works Branded silicone straws solve real customer problems (soggy paper, metallic taste, single-use guilt) Poppi Drinks and Pret A Manger chose branded silicone straws for proven ROI High-frequency use: customers drink 3-5 times per week = 150+ brand touches per year Premium at affordable cost (£4-15)
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Corporate Gifts People Actually Use: How to Choose Branded Merchandise That Doesn't Become Drawer Clutter
Most corporate gifts end up forgotten—choose gifts that solve real problems Branded silicone straws work because they're practical, premium-feeling, and used multiple times per week The Silicone Straw Company has proven this with Pret A Manger and Poppi Drinks Cost: £10-15 per set, perceived value: £30-40 Real corporate gifting delivers measurable ROI on brand visibility
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Are Silicone Straws Safe?
Are silicone straws safe? Silicone straws have become a popular alternative to plastic and paper, but it is completely fair to question whether they are actually safe to use every day. The short answer is yes. High quality silicone straws made from food grade silicone are considered safe for both adults and children. They are designed to be durable, flexible and suitable for repeated use without breaking down in the way some disposable options can. Food grade silicone is widely used in kitchen p
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REUSABLE STRAWS, COMMON QUESTIONS ANSWERED!
Q&A all about Reusable Straws!
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REUSABLE STRAWS, THE QUESTIONS PEOPLE ARE REALLY ASKING
More questions people are asking Google so I thought I would answer them
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Bamboo, stainless steel or silicone, which reusable straw fits your routine best
A short blog on what the best reusable straw for you?
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BEST REUSABLE STRAWS IN THE UK, HOW TO CHOOSE SOMETHING YOU WILL ACTUALLY USE
A blog post about how to choose the best reusable straw for you!
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Portable reusable straws with a case, are they worth carrying around
Is it worth carrying around a portable reusable straw?
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DO REUSABLE STRAWS HARBOUR BACTERIA?
A blog all about how to best look after your reusable straws
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Reusable Silicone Straws for Independent Drinking and Everyday Accessibility
Independent Drinking and Everyday Accessibility - how can silicone staws help
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The Best Reusable Straws in the UK
A list of all the pros and cons of a full range of reusable straws. From first hand experience.
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Drinking with Braces or Invisalign. Why Orthodontists Recommend Using a Straw
A short Q&A blog about whey orthodontists recommend reusable straws.
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Reusable Silicone Straws in a Travel Tin. Your Questions Answered
Silicone Straws in a Travel tin - what makes them so handy?
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Trump and Plastic Straws
Trump’s plan to bring back plastic straws in the US is a major step backward in the fight against plastic pollution. As a UK-based reusable straw brand owner, I know the frustration of soggy paper straws and that’s why I created a sustainable solution with reusable silicone straws. The UK banned single-use plastic straws in 2020, and many US businesses are also embracing eco-friendly alternatives.
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Are Paper Straws Good or Bad? Everything you should know
Wondering if paper straws are safe, recyclable, or better than plastic? Here’s everything you need to know about paper straws (and why silicone might be better).
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Answering the Most Asked Questions about Silicone Straws
These are the answers to the most asked questions on Google about reusable silicone straws
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Silicone: What You Need to Know
This blog post will explore from start to finish the lifecycle of a silicones straw and what happens when they meet their their eventual retirement.
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5 Eco Friendly Kids Party Ideas
Guest blog post Isabel Mack, founder of the Party Kit Network
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Why Choose a Silicone Straw?
A blog about why silicone straws are so useful
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BBC Good Food Guide: Best Reusable Straw Guide
Sharing the news and link to the article on the BBC Good Food Website
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Eco Hacks for Busy Mums
Now don’t get me wrong our recycling bin is still overflowing at different points of the year but these are my easy ways to be a little more green while still getting on with everyday life. What are your favourite ways to juggle being green with family life?
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Sustainable Small Business Hacks
As a small start up company trying to make the world a better place (one soggy paper straw at a time), there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to make The Silicone Straw a sustainable brand.
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Top 7 reasons to choose reusable straws from the Silicone Straw Company
You hate soggy paper straws, right? And you re looking for planet-friendly products to make your family life more fun and more sustainable? We re here to give you 7 super reasons to choose our reusable silicone straws. They are Hot drinks straws These colourful reusable silicone straws will brighten up any drink whether at home or out and about.
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Fun activities using silicone straws
Fun games to play for kids using silicone straws
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Top 5 Gin Cocktail Recipes
Top 5 Gin cocktails provided by Ali @gin_and_bloom
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Being Green on a Budget
Being green does not have to cost the earth. Guest blog by Kathryn Hardeman. This blog is all about how mums can live greener on a budget. Everything from kids toys to washing powder!
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How to live greener with kids
Easy tips for living greener at home with kids as seen on ohmumma.com
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Single Use Plastic Straw Ban
UK Government is set to ban single use plastic straws in the UK in October 2020
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![Sustainable Corporate Gifts That Work]()
Sustainable Corporate Gifts That Work
Most "sustainable" gifts are just marketing, not real impact Real sustainability means: durable (5-10 years), used regularly, measurable impact, transparent claims, end-of-life plan Branded silicone straws deliver: 1 straw replaces 500+ disposables, UK-made, recycling program Don't buy offsets—buy durable products that get used
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![Employee Gifts That Actually Get Used]()
Employee Gifts That Actually Get Used
Employee gifts are tricky: too generic feels impersonal, too expensive raises concerns Best employee gifts are practical, reflect company values, and get used daily Branded silicone straws cost £4 Used 3-5 times per week = 150+ brand touches per year Signal to employees: "We value quality, thoughtfulness, and sustainability"
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![Event Giveaway Ideas That People Don't Throw Away]()
Event Giveaway Ideas That People Don't Throw Away
Most event giveaways end up in the bin people toss cheap branded merchandise without thinking Practical items that solve real problems get kept and used Branded silicone straws work because they're useful, premium-feeling, and memorable Expected keep rate: 60-70% (vs. 5-10% for typical giveaways) Post-event brand touches: 100+. ROI: Exceptional