Artisan Spotlight // The Mungo Mill in the Making

February 26, 2018 Nikki

By Nikki

February 26, 2018 In Artisans

We know you love our Mungo towels as they are one of our best sellers and currently completely sold out online. So while we wait for our new stock to arrive, we thought we’d introduce you to the makers and show you a little clip of where the towels are made. Mungo has recently just completed the building of their brand new mill in Plettenberg Bay, just a few hours drive up the coast from our hometown, Cape Town in South Africa.

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Tawulo Hand Towel
Bathroom, Towels
The beautiful muted tones of the Tawulo blends beautifully into many interiors while adding texture and tone to your bathroom. The story behind the Tawulo comes from way back when the weavers in West Africa used natural dyes with a limited colour pallet. Once they saw European dyed fabric with brighter colours they would trade to get this cloth, which they would then unravel to get the yarn. The yarn was then rewoven into their own fabrics, often mixing different colours together which created a textured and uneven colour pallet. This technique has been integrated into the Tawulo. Each towel comes out slightly differently due to the random rolling of the weft yarn in the weaving process. 100% Cotton Hemmed Designed, woven and made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
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Itawuli Hand Towel
Bathroom, Towels
Itawuli translates to towel in Xhosa. The beautiful Itawuli towel range is inspired by the African landscape and heritage. With its intricate patterns, bold and warm colours; this towel is a definite keepsake. The stripe detail that runs through the middle of the towel is a favoured pattern used in the traditional woolen Basotho Blankets. These blankets were initially woven in England and this stripe was originally a mistake through lack of communication, it however became very popular amongst communities in South Africa so was then incorporated into the design. 100% Cotton Hemmed Designed, woven and made in South Africa Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$32.00

AUD$32.00
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AUD$82.00
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Itawuli Bath Sheet
Bathroom, Towels
Itawuli translates to towel in Xhosa. The beautiful Itawuli towel range is inspired by the African landscape and heritage. With its intricate patterns, bold and warm colours; this towel is a definite keepsake. The stripe detail that runs through the middle of the towel is a favoured pattern used in the traditional woolen Basotho Blankets. These blankets were initially woven in England and this stripe was originally a mistake through lack of communication, it however became very popular amongst communities in South Africa so was then incorporated into the design. 100% Cotton Hemmed Designed, woven and made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$82.00

AUD$82.00
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AUD$82.00
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Tawulo Bath Sheet
Bathroom, Towels
The beautiful muted tones of the Tawulo blends beautifully into many interiors while adding texture and tone to your bathroom. The story behind the Tawulo comes from way back when the weavers in West Africa used natural dyes with a limited colour pallet. Once they saw European dyed fabric with brighter colours they would trade to get this cloth, which they would then unravel to get the yarn. The yarn was then rewoven into their own fabrics, often mixing different colours together which created a textured and uneven colour pallet. This technique has been integrated into the Tawulo. Each towel comes out slightly differently due to the random rolling of the weft yarn in the weaving process. 100% Cotton Hemmed Designed, woven and made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$82.00

AUD$82.00
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AUD$30.60
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Lisburn Linen Cushion Covers
Cushions & Pillows, Room Dècor
The Lisburn Linen is inspired by antique french sacking material, but can be used universally in many settings. Woven with a true selvage. Cotton & Linen Zip on the side Designed, woven & made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
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AUD$20.00
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Selvage Serviettes
Kitchen & Dining, Table linen
The Selvage Serviette range includes 5 different colour ways. Used either as a set in one colour or as originally intended as a mixed range. 100% Linen with colour selvage Hem & Selvage finish Designed, woven & made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$20.00

AUD$20.00
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AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00
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Lisburn Linen Table Runners
Kitchen & Dining, Table linen
The Lisburn Linen is inspired by antique french sacking material, but can be used universally in many settings. Woven with a true selvage. Designed, woven & made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00

AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00
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AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00
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Provincial Stripe Table Runners
Kitchen & Dining, Table linen
Inspired by the French linen stripe this Mungo Provincial Stripe Natural Runner will be a classic for years to come. Linen & cotton blend 3cm Hem Designed, woven & made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00

AUD$49.00 – AUD$60.00
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AUD$34.00
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Bath Mat
Bathroom, Towels
Pure cotton soft white bath mats. Match to the willow weave or continental towels or used on their own for a simple addition to your bathroom. Doubled up fabric makes for a soft and absorbent bathroom accessory. 100% Cotton Designed, woven and made in South Africa. Care instructions: Machine washable
AUD$34.00

AUD$34.00
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