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at international auctions before being made into fabrics overseas.
“ We try to educate consumers on what wool is. So that when consumers look at an item of clothing, they will hopefully think about where that item comes from. What are they actually wearing? Where did this process start? And they start questioning all the different kinds of items, from fabrics and clothing to the upholstery they use every day.” In partnership with Cape Wools SA, the festival remains committed to offering a family-friendly, accessible experience with authentic, high-quality content, while continuing to showcase the unique charm of Middelburg – proudly known as South Africa’ s Wool Mecca.
With that, the Van Lingens form a substantial part of what makes the Karoo so special.
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