There's new technology emerging every day, but sometimes it's best to stick to what is plain, simple and works, as Mungo Retail proves with its blankets and towels.
The process that Mungo Retail goes through when designing new patterns for towels and blankets involves a series of hand drawings, followed by a sample that's tested on a 19th century Hattersley loom before being sent to a modern loom for production. Since all of the woven textiles from Mungo Retail begin with testing on a century-old loom, there's a certain charm and a history that comes with each of the pieces. Global shipping is offered from the Mungo Retail web shop, and with enough interest, even items that are out of stock can be brought back into circulation.
Patterned Historic Towels
Mungo Retail Fabricates its Blankets and Towels on Antique Looms
Trend Themes
1. Handcrafted Textiles - Opportunity for businesses to embrace the charm and history of traditional craftsmanship in textile production.
2. Combining Old and New - Innovative possibilities for integrating antique looms with modern technology to create unique and high-quality textile products.
3. Reviving Heritage Techniques - The resurgence of interest in historic weaving techniques presents opportunities to revive and preserve traditional textile knowledge.
Industry Implications
1. Home Goods - Companies in the home goods industry can explore the market for handcrafted textiles to offer customers unique and authentic products.
2. Fashion - Fashion brands can incorporate handcrafted textiles into their collections to create one-of-a-kind garments with a story behind them.
3. Artisanal Crafts - Artisanal craft businesses can utilize historic weaving techniques to create distinct and culturally significant textile art pieces.