Sustainability comes in many forms, from ethical labor practices that give back to the surrounding community, to environmental protection - like zero-waste manufacturing or planting trees for each product sold.
When you shop for organic baby products you are limiting your child’s exposure to harmful toxins likepesticides.Not only are they safe for your baby, but the natural and biodegradable ingredients are also safe for the environment.
GOTS certification tests for the use of harmful chemicals and toxins, as well as verifying environmentally and socially responsible production of organic textiles.
Formaldehyde is something you want to stay away from because it is a cancerous, strong-smelling, colorless gas commonly found in pressed-wood products.
Phthalates disrupt the body's hormones and some are known carcinogens. The chemicals from baby gear and wallpaper can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed.
PFAS-free baby products do not containpoly-fluorinated alkyl substances which are a group of around 4,700 industrial chemicals that can be found everywhere around us.
VOCs (Volatile organic compounds) are chemicals from specific solids or liquids (like wax, paints and varnishes) that can be emitted as gas. It has been proven that this easily inhaled chemical may lead to cancer, liver, and kidney diseases.
Fire retardants are chemicals that are often sprayed onto car seats and baby products to make them fire resistant. But, these poisonous chemicals are known to cause hormone disruption, neurological damage and even cancer.
Handmade products are made with love, they are unique, and created– just for you! Crafty people can create pretty much anything and adjust it to your needs and preferences.
The Seersucker Organic Wool & Cotton Shag Rug by Organic Weave is a deluxe handcrafted item that combines lavish comfort with the utmost quality, durability and soundness. You can rest assured that the stomping and pacing of little feet will not compromise the composition of this piece. The Organic Weave Seersucker Organic Wool & Cotton Shag Rug is made of the highest quality GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton, making it an heirloom-worthy item that you and your little one will cherish for years to come.
Features:
- Ultra soft 100% organic wool + cotton hand-tufted rug
- Durable and soft - will stand up to a busy household
- Made with all-natural dyes, and dyed in small batches; slight color variations are inherent with natural dyes
- Pile Height approximately 0.86"
- Handcrafted in India
- GoodWeave Certified
- Shedding will occur for the first 2–3 months and will subside over time
Looking for a rug pad? We love this non-toxic natural wool one sold by the roll!