Sustainability

Sheep grow wool all year round and it is important to shear their fleece regularly in order for them to stay healthy. So sheep are more comfortable and we get a valuable renewable natural material with many uses. 

If you look after your fluffy items well, they will remain in a great condition for years. This is why they naturally fit in with the concept of sustainable, or in other words slow, fashion that cares about responsible production with respect to nature, location and fair wages.

As items made of sheep's wool are low-maintenance, water is saved not only in the manufacturing process but also because they do not need to be washed frequently. Wool is naturally self-cleaning and resistant to stains, so woollen products often do not require washing at all, putting them to air in the shade outside is sufficient.

We aim to find all our suppliers in the Czech Republic first. Only when we cannot find what we are looking for locally, or when the local production does not meet our quality requirements, do we look for suppliers from neighbouring countries. As a result, we are proud to say that 98% of the products you order at Woolville are sourced from Europe.

Larger orders are packed in cardboard boxes, used ones whenever possible. Other items are sent as standard in envelopes made from PCR plastic, a type of material which is 100 % post-consumer recycled plastic waste. This contributes to a significant reduction in CO2 emissions in the atmosphere during manufacture, making it more environmentally friendly due to a reduced need for fossil fuels. What is more, these envelopes can be recycled again and again. To put it simply, it is a type of packaging that has been given a second life.

We are aware that despite this fact, some customers always prefer having their order packed in a cardboard box. That is why in the basket, we offer an option of eco-friendly packaging, whereby we guarantee that no plastic will be used in the packaging process.