Our Materials
At OHMINME, we only use materials that are as gentle on the earth as they are on our pets. Learn more about the natural materials we use, and how they can positively impact the planet and our wellbeing.
Cork Leather
Our Portuguese cork leather fabric is the pinnacle of luxury! Unlike many cork fabrics that are stuck to polyester, or if you're lucky a poly/cotton blend, ours feature a GOTS organic cotton backing. This is paws down the most earth friendly option available.
Cork is the gift that keeps on giving! One of Portugal's most incredible treasures, the cork oak tree takes at least 25 years to mature. Once mature, the bark has the power to regenerate itself, allowing the farmers to harvest it once every 9 years.
What's even better is that cork doesn't require any chemicals for processing into sheets. It's a 100% natural product, making it one of the most sustainable vegan alternatives to animal leather. Cork is carbon negative from harvest to disposal, and is biodegradable and recyclable.
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Organic Hemp
Hemp, the ancient fibre that’s been around since forever, has a beautiful linen-like feel. Our hemp fabric is certified GOTS organic, and has been softened the natural way with fruit enzymes.
- It's like a personal AC for summer and a snuggly heater for winter.
- Taking care of it is a walk in the park - hemp fabric gets softer with each wear and wash, and wrinkles less than other natural fibres. Like a fine glass of wine, hemp only gets better with time
- It's so resistant to mildew, bacteria, and insects that they'll think twice before messing with you.
- It's got built-in UV protection that blocks up to 95% of those pesky sun rays. Perfect for Aussie summers!
- It's lightweight as a feather and highly breathable.
- If hemp fabric were a person, it would be the Chuck Norris of textiles. It's 3 times stronger than cotton and 25 times more durable.
- Calling all nature lovers! Hemp is here to save the day. Not only is it grown chemical-free, but it also works wonders for the soil, conserves water, and yields more fiber than other sources. Move over, ordinary crops. Hemp is the real magic!
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Organic Linen
Linen is the unsung hero of sustainable fabrics, with a history stretching back to the dawn of time. The flax plant can go from baby sprouts to reaching full maturity in a mere 100 days. Now, that's impressive!
- Opting for linen means less need for pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides compared to regular cotton. Even better - organic linen is grown without any of those nasties.
- Linen improves the health of the soil it's grown in, and hardly any of the plant goes to waste.
- Linen is the real deal - tough, absorbent, and a quick-drying champ. It's naturally hypoallergenic and even bugs hate it!
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Organic Cotton
We’re proud to say our pet accessories are made with GOTS certified cotton, but what exactly does that mean? Well, it’s got nothing to do with Game of Thrones. Dive in below to find out why organic cotton is the way to go.
GOTS stands for Global Organic Textile Standard, the golden standard in the world of organic fabrics. Certified GOTS organic cotton means it's been made in the most environmentally and socially responsible way. Some of the benefits include:
- No toxic chemicals: GOTS organic cotton assures that no harmful chemicals made their way into the supply chain. This means that the cotton is free from pesky pesticides, herbicides, and other synthetic chemicals that could wreak havoc on the environment and your health.
- Improve soil health: Organic cotton not only helps keep soil healthy and happy, but it also promotes biodiversity and protects the natural ecosystem. Free from harmful chemicals, the soil gets a well-deserved boost to support future crops.
- Save water and energy: Did you know that growing organic cotton uses way less water and energy than regular cotton? With an average of 62% less energy, and a whopping 91% less water! It’s all because organic soil is better able to hold water, and being grown in areas of high rainfall, the need for irrigation is greatly reduced.
- Support a better future: Organic farming practices help keep the air clean, save water and energy, improve soil quality, and make life better for farmers and communities. And by supporting GOTS certified cotton, you’re also contributing to a more sustainable and ethical textile industry.
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Organic Merino Wool
Our Merino wool is certified organic by GOTS, and hails all the way from Norway. Norwegian Merino wool is known to be stronger and more durable than any other wool fibre.
- Like a temperature guru, merino wool keeps your fluffy buddy cool when it's hot and cozy when it's chilly. Plus, it's got mad moisture-wicking skills.
- It's super softness is like a cloud hugging your pet. Also, merino wool is so kind to sensitive skin that it practically writes love letters to it.
- You won't need to worry about cleaning it because the lanolin content does the job for you (it's like having a magical bacteria-fighting wax on your side).
- It's the Mother Nature-approved yarn that doesn't leave a trace when it's done doing it's thing (known as biodegradable). Unlike those synthetic acrylic yarns that cause nothing but trouble.
- The sheep munch on the lush Norwegian landscape, keeping it beautifully open. And when they do their business, they actually help capture carbon.
- When it comes to washing and preparing the wool, you won't find any chemicals. The cool climate of Norway is like a natural pest control, taking care of any bacteria and pesticide problems.
- In the late spring, the fluffy sheep happily receive their yearly "haircuts" - no harm done!