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Japanese pocket box used in the ancient times

2016-02-16

INROU is a traditional Japanese pocket box used in the ancient times

to carry medicines and small objects. Inspired by this tradition of carrying valuable items in a pocket box we developed this backpack by mixing this Japanese tradition with the Portuguese ‘tarro’( a cork container used in the south of Portugal to preserve food). We created a monocoque of cork which protects nowadays most precious object, the laptop.

This project was developed for ‘The future of cork applications competition’ promoted by Corticeira AMORIM and Domaine the Boisbuchet. The 20 best proposals had the possibility to produce the prototype in a specialized workshop at Domaine de Boisbuchet, supported by the designer duo Pedrita and a team of Amorim experts. It was a privilege to make part of this initiative and bring the INROU backpack to life.

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Things to make money with Used Corks

2016-02-10

Including making money with them

Do you like to enjoy the odd (or not so odd) bottle of wine? If so, then what do you do with the cork? Sure, you can toss it in the recycling bin along with the bottle, but what if they could be reused ingeniously? Following are a few ways you can recycle your corks so they can be put to good use. (See also: Disposable Items You Can Reuse)

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DIY - Home made cork containers, just lovely for you office or home

2016-02-02

Home made cork containers, just lovely for you office or home. 


Almost two years ago, I bookmarked a wonderful tutorial from Design Sponge for a cork lamp. I just loved the idea and wanted to translate it in another way. But for some reason, I kind of forgot about it as time went on, and then this weekend when I was rinsing out some cans to put into the recycling bin, I remembered. I had also just bought some beautiful tulips, and immediately knew exactly what to make. A cork vase to hold notes, photographs, and of course flowers.

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Keeping kids organized throughout the school year can be a tough task

2016-01-26

Keeping kids organized throughout the school year can be a tough task

There are always homework assignments, class reminders, and notes to keep track of. But if you make it fun for everyone, back to school will be a whole lot easier. Here’s an idea for a playful cloud bulletin board to hang in your child’s bedroom. This diy cork board is fast and easy, and something your kids will love.

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Funny wine cork robots [video]

2016-01-19

Funny wine cork robots


Turn Your Old Wine Corks into Robotic Buddies with The Corkers Set. you can turn your old wine corks into a fun loving robotic best friend. Whether you want a robot with a propeller head, wind up starters or just a more humanoid approach, the Corkers sets are for you.


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