- About us -

Forest Fibre is a creator and supplier of exquisite botanical hand-dyed natural yarns.

Our innovation and production hub, aptly located in the flora-abundant Boland region of South Africa, is a creative space where the rich tapestry of local plant life inspires our work. Here we delve into the deep history and extensive knowledge of botanical dyeing, blending this expertise with our own artistic vision to produce rare, distinctive, and naturally dyed yarns that honour nature’s processes.

  • Mireille Lewarne

    At the helm of Forest Fibre is Mireille
    Lewarne, who holds a Master of Arts
    degree in Environmental Studies
    from Stellenbosch University. With
    more than 20 years’ experience in
    environmental stewardship and
    natural resource management,
    Mireille has held key positions in
    agriculture and conservation before
    embarking on her entrepreneurial
    journey. This includes providing
    expertise to notable organisations
    such as UNESCO, the WWF South Africa, and the Western Cape Department of Agriculture.

  • Mireille’s transition from the formal
    employment sector to founding
    Forest Fibre was driven by her
    passion for blending her artistic
    talents with her dedication to nature
    and her deep interest in botanical
    dyeing. In this labour of love, she
    now fully explores and expresses
    her creativity while celebrating the
    beauty of fibres and the art of natural
    dyeing. As such Forest Fibre not
    only allows her to create beautiful
    yarns, but also to give back to the
    environment and connect with fellow
    nature-loving creatives.

In her online shop you’ll find a captivating selection of beautiful yarns that inspire and delight, and opportunities to engage in events where clientele can have fun, collaborate and share in the joy of creativity together.

Forest Fibre especially embodies all the values that Mireille deeply cares about – a business rooted in nature that fosters creativity, and connection with a vibrant community sharing these ideals.

At Forest Fibre customers feel at home, while participating in a learning and sharing experience that is as inspiring as it is enjoyable.

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