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We are More than Just Ostrich Leather… So now you are wondering what else do we do… If you have not visited one of our stores in Stellenbosch or Franschhoek, South Africa, then we are delighted to let you know we also have a gorgeous Mohair collection.   But let’s tell you a bit about Mohair, it is quite a good read! Mohair is...

How to care for your ostrich leather products? It is vital to know how to take care of your ostrich leather items to ensure that it lasts you a lifetime. Ostrich leather has been dyed to have a natural texture and look by using only transparent “dyestuff” (the colouring used for specific leathers for improved absorption). This however means that the leather is naked...

Is Ostrich Leather regarded as exotic?     In our previous blogs we learned that ostrich leather is something that is truly African and indigenous. With all of these interesting facts, we came to the knowledge that ostrich leather is one of the strongest leathers in the world, second to kangaroo skin. But something we have not looked at is why this bird’s skin...