Organic Belgian Waffle Hand Towels - White

In 1998, master weaver Stuart Holding came into possession of two restored antique looms. He wove limited runs of homeware textiles in what he called his "working weaving museum," an old barn where passersby could watch him work.

He sold the textiles in his wife Janet's shop, and soon demand outgrew supply. Today Mungo has its own mill near Stuart's original barn in the Plettenberg Bay area of South Africa, four stores and a team of more than 100. Those two old looms are still going strong. Mungo says it never compromises on production methods or the cost of raw materials, and it believes that what it makes, and how it makes it, can help improve the world we live in.

The whole Mungo Mill is open to the public, so visitors can see how the fabric is made. Mungo says it is South Africa's first GOTS-certified textile weaving mill, and since 2019 it has put 1% of its annual turnover toward projects that benefit the Plettenberg Bay area.

• GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton
• Natural cotton eyelash fringe trim

• 35 x 20 inches each towel
• Set of 2 towels included
• Waffle weave texture construction

• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified
• Fair Trade certified production

• Machine wash in cold water with like colors
• Tumble dry low heat or hang to air dry
• Avoid fabric softeners to maintain absorbency
• Iron on medium heat if desired for crisp appearance

Q: What makes waffle weave towels different from regular terry cloth?
A: Waffle weave creates a dimensional honeycomb texture that increases surface area for better absorbency while drying faster than traditional terry cloth.

Q: Are these towels truly organic and how can I verify that?
A: Yes, these towels are GOTS-certified organic cotton, which is the gold standard for organic textile verification with strict environmental and social standards.

Q: How do I care for the eyelash fringe to prevent damage?
A: Wash in cold water and avoid harsh detergents or fabric softeners which can break down the delicate cotton fibers in the fringe.

Q: Will these towels shrink after washing?
A: Minimal shrinkage may occur with the first wash, which is normal for 100% cotton textiles, then they stabilize in size.

Q: What does fair trade certification mean for these towels?
A: Fair trade ensures the artisans who made these towels received fair wages and work in safe conditions while supporting their local communities.

Q: Are these towels suitable for sensitive skin?
A: The GOTS organic certification ensures no harmful chemicals were used in production, making them gentle for sensitive skin types.

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