What is cashmere? - Behind the scenes of our cashmere collection

The first snowflakes have already been fallen in some countries, the days are shorter, fairy lights are hung up and it smells slightly after Christmas in some streets. Winter not only rings cold, but also the season of cosiness and that is exactly why ours exist Kashmirliebe collection. We have already heard of Kashmir and yet very few know how complex the production of cashmere wool is where it comes from and what makes it so special. That is why we would like to tell you more about this incredibly great, soft natural fiber.

History and origin of Kashmir

Kashmir, a name that we connect with travel to distant countries and encounters with exotic cultures Origin in the picturesque Kashmirtal, surrounded by the majestic Himalaya. Historically, the Kashmirtal was an important intersection of the large caravan roads, including the legendary silk road, and Verndor-, Central and South Asia. Over the centuries, Kashmir experienced numerous changes of rule, starting with the Karkota dynasty in the 7th century, through the conquest by Akbar I in the 16th century, right up to the British rule in the 19th century. This rich history is reflected in the diverse culture and in the traditions of cashmere production.

The production of cashmere wool

The cashmere wool is often seen as a symbol of elegance and luxury. The splendor of this natural fiber unfolds in the way it is won.

The Process begins in spring, a sign of new beginning when the cashmere goals go through their fur change. Two methods are used here: the Comb out and that Scissors. When combing out, a gentle method, the fur is carefully combed during the natural change of fur at the end of winter. This method shows a deep connection with nature and the cycle of the seasons.

From every animal Become about 150 grams Collected this precious wool. This amount may seem small, but it illustrates the exclusivity and value of cashmere. When it comes to scissors, a more modern method, the fur is usually removed machine. After the harvest, the hair is carefully sorted by hand by hand and inferior games are sorted out.

Then that will Washed hairto remove fat and contamination. This was escaped, a further step of refinement, separates the rough top coat from the desired fine undercoat. This process, which usually takes place nowadays, shows how tradition and modernity go hand in hand in cashmere production.

The main producers of cashmere wool are countries such as Mongolia, Iran, Afghanistan, Nepal and India, but there are also large breeding farms in Australia, New Zealand and Scotland. The worldwide trade volume that 2014 around 6500 tons of cleaned cashmere wool Fraud shows how much the demand for this material has increased. 

Properties of cashmere

Kashmir is known for its extraordinary softness and delicacy. Each fiber tells a story of purity and tenderness that is in our Cashmere blankets and Cashmere scarves reflected. 

In the cold months, when the world is wrapped in frosty white, it comes excellent thermal insulation of Kaschmir especially. Imagine how you envelop yourself in a cashmere blanket while the snow falls outside - a feeling as if a gentle hug warms you. Kaschmir makes this property the ideal companion in the Christmas season. It offers warmth and creates a cozy well -being.

In addition, cashmere Effective moisturewhat makes it particularly easy to care for. It is resistant Against dirt and smells, which further increases its durability and attractiveness. The high tear resistance guarantees that cashmere products, be it a blanket or a scarf, keep your beauty and quality for years. So every cashmere product becomes a loyal companion through many winter.

Kashmirliebe collection by The Wild Folk

Are you still looking for the right companion for the cold season or are you still looking for a suitable gift?

We would like to see more about our Cashmere blankets and Cashmere scarves tell. All cashmere products We obtain ours from one small Nepalese family businessthat we have known for years. Alles Our cashmere products are woven by hand And in production, no machine has replaced a workforce, which corresponds to our high demands of fair and direct trade. Due to the website by hand, minimal deviations in the web pattern can occur, which we do not as a flaw, but as a flaw Quality feature see a real manual work. Hand -woven textiles are in their feel organic and soft as machine -woven textile products.

We are happy if one of our beloved cashmere pieces can move in at your home to give you warmth and cosiness.