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We have teamed up with Project Nursery for this amazing giveaway event! One lucky winner will get a full set of CorkiMat™ ($385 value). Enter to win one NOW! Event ends on Sep. 3rd, 2015. WIN IT! One Project Nursery reader will win your choice of a CorkiMat nine tile full set (approximately 57″ x 57″) from Pillobebe (a $385 value). Winner can choose one design from the available CorkiMat listings on the website. Actual shipping cost has to be paid by the winner. By entering our giveaway you agree to Project Nursery official giveaway rules.  

Time to pop the cork on an eco-friendly material trend… Cork. It’s there to notify you of appointments as a board; to give comfort to your feet and make you three inches taller as a wedge; to act as a barrier between your damp drink and that heirloom table as a coaster, and more importantly, the stopper between you and that heavenly wine. Unknowingly, this eco-friendly material pops up as a major part in our everyday lives. But the real question is…what is cork? Where does it come from? Is it grown or manufactured? We did some research on this...

If you have a baby, you will know how precious they are and how important it is that their environment and toys are safe. CorkiMat™ is a Nontoxic and Eco-friendly play mat for your little bundle of joy. Ideal for babies who are 3 months+ who are starting to crawl, sit up and/or need a safe surface for playing and learning. However this awesome mat is more than just a play mat for babies, it can also be used as an adult exercise mat, yoga mat, headboard cushion and more! The outside cover is also machine washable which is perfect as we...

When your little one starts to explore his environment, it's an exciting time for both you and your child. However, when as he crawls, scoots and/or creeps around, he's also prone to all kinds of bumps and bruises. Parents often place foam mats of the floor to provide a cushy surface, as well as soft landing area if a child slips and falls -- which can happen a lot because babies are still developing their coordination. However, keep in mind that foam play mats can contain chemicals, which can pose hazards to your child. You want to ensure that by...

Cotton is often referred to as “the fabric of our lives,” and for good reason. We come in contact with items made from cotton every day. The clothes you wear, the sheets you sleep on, the diapers you put on your baby and even some of the food you eat have been made with cotton. But growing conventional cotton requires the use of enormous amounts of pesticides, which has a huge environmental impact and presents health risks for those working around it. It may cost less to manufacture and buy conventional cotton, but it’s better for the land, the farm...