Episode 2: A Story of Resilience out of Colonization with South African Shweshwe Fabrics

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Joins us as we learn about the colonial history of Shweshwe fabric and the complex, fabulous story of resilience of this South African fabric. This parent company does the trifecta of sustainability with social, economic and environmental projects steeped into their business model.

Driven by her passion for the beautiful creativity of South Africa, Céleste Compion aims to teach more people about it, by importing and distributing Three Cats Shweshwe to North America. Shweshwe, often called the “tartan" of South Africa, is a heritage fabric with a fascinating social justice story.

Noted within this episode:
Da Gama Fabrics: www.dagama.co.za
Poppi dolls: I did a pretty extensive search into locating contact information for this project, but did not turn up anything concrete. If you know how to find these dolls, please let us know!
Kekfesto: Wikipedia 

You can find Meerkat Shweshwe in the following locations: 

Website: www.meerkatshweshwe.com

Social Media handles: 

• Instagram: Meerkat Shweshwe 
• Facebook: Meerkat Shweshwe 
• Twitter: mtshweshwe 

How to find your host, Bridget O'Flaherty:
You can join the sustainability community at  www.bridgetoflaherty.com. There you will find a newsletter, memberships, courses, resources and supplies.

You can find Bridget on Social Media

Instagram: @thesustainablequilter
Facebook: @thesustainablequilter
Youtube: Bridget O'Flaherty The Sustainable Quilter

Music Credit: Thanks to Isaac Matthews for his incredible talent.
You can find and follow him on Instagram @hesjustakid for more of his music. 

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Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertytextiles on Instagram and @thesustainablequilter on Facebook.

You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com

Thanks to Isaac Matthews for the music, follow him on Instagram @hesjustakid