Adele’s Mohair
Adele's Mohair produces a variety of handmade yarns and accessories using locally sourced natural fibres. Every step of the process, spinning, winding, dyeing, knitting, crocheting, and brushing, is done in-house by one of the 35 multi-skilled women employed by the company.
Features
Resources and materials
- Mohair and wool is sourced from the Karoo
- The dyeing process uses no chemicals except vinegar, which is neutralised as it passes through highly alkaline soils
- Waste from the end of dye lots or fluff from brushed blankets is spun back into yarns
Making and manufacturing
- All machinery, besides the scale, is operated by hand and requires no electricity
- Workshop has translucent roof panels to reduce electricity usage
- Workshop is off the grid and powered by solar panels
Social and cultural
- The team is predominantly composed of women
- Employs four men who handle grounds maintenance and the production of organic vegetables, which are provided at subsidised rates to the staff
Product and design
- Pieces are designed to be trans-seasonal, size-inclusive, and with durability in mind
- Offers complimentary repairs to customers
2021 Nominee: Textile Maker or Mill Award
2022 Nominee: Textile Maker or Mill Award
Address
Park Rd, Port Alfred, 6170, South Africa