So now we’ve spoken about Pashmina /Scarf lets talk about Pashmina the textile. Pashmina, better known as cashmere, is one of the softest fibres found in nature. It is obtained from the soft hair that grows on the underbelly, under arms, and chest of the mountain goat “capra hircus”. This goat lives at high altitudes…
DetailsIn the fashionable world Pashmina is a subject open to interpretation so lets start at the basics Pashmina A pashmina is a type of scarf that historically is made out of a specific type of wool; the pashmina wool from goats found only in certain regions of the Himalayas. Originally known for the pashmina cashmere,…
DetailsNepal is a country of great cultural ethnic and religious diversity. It is also a patriarchal society with women discriminated against in many aspects of life. This includes prominent issues of domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexual discrimination, witch hunting, poverty, child labour and many systemic problems. The Women’s Foundation Nepal is a non-profit and non-governmental…
DetailsUp until now I haven’t mentioned much about the Nepal part of our trip. The main purpose of my trip was to find reliable suppliers of “Pashmina” products whether they be the style Pashmina or the material Pashmina and to learn and understand the manufacturing process. The second part was to ensure that the products…
DetailsMy most favourite scarf. Today I washed my favourite silk mudmee scarf which travels everywhere with me and I marvel at the wonders of silk. This is my “Go To” Scarf. During our stop at Pha Toomthong I showed Khun Pui my favourite scarf (one of her designs) and the first thing she did was…
DetailsPha Toomthong is located in the small village of Na Pho. From the street it is very unsuspecting but upon entering it is a wonderland of silk Khun Pui our host and owner welcomed us and we talked business and fortunately, we understood each other’s challenges and were able to reach successful negotiations. This was…
DetailsSitting here at the airport waiting for our next flight, I’m reflecting on the joys of the latest leg of our trip. The hospitality we’ve encountered in Northern Thailand has been overwhelming! The people are so friendly and welcoming. Even the hair-raising tuk-tuk ride was exhilarating! Oh, and the food is absolutely wonderful. It’s not…
DetailsWhile we are on our buying adventure our website will be in holiday mode but you can still purchase from our full range at @The Collective Beat Gerringong. I call it an adventure because although we have planned , we do not know what wonderful products await us in Nepal. For Miss Organised the trip to…
DetailsSo how did you spend your Christmas Break? I spent mine researching and planning our next spending spree!!!!! This time we are venturing into really unfamiliar territory. Oh but first we head to Thailand we visit our regular suppliers in Chiang Mai then off to visit our friends in the Isaan Region. Then we are…
DetailsWow Christmas is nearly here. Take a wander through our shop I am sure you will find something great. Our close for Christmas postage is 12md December 16 2018.
DetailsAll orders for the period14/4/2019 to 22/4/2019 will be dispatched 23/4/2019 Dismiss
