Wool Month 2024, part of the Campaign for Wool, is a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness about the many benefits of wool. This wonderful, renewable material has been valued for centuries for its sustainability, durability, and versatility—and at Tambo Teddies, we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate!

Wool is the foundation of everything we do, and Wool Month is the perfect time to highlight why wool is so important to our handcrafted creations and how it connects us to Australia’s rich heritage.

Why Wool Matters to Tambo Teddies

At Tambo Teddies, our bears and animal companions are made from Australian woollen sheepskin, which are not only naturally soft and durable but also sustainable. Wool is biodegradable, renewable, and eco-friendly, making it one of the most ethical materials we can use. For us, Wool Month is a time to showcase how this remarkable fibre brings warmth and comfort to our iconic teddies, while supporting Australia’s wool industry.

Wool has long been part of the Australian story, and we’re proud to contribute to that legacy by creating products that are both environmentally conscious and deeply connected to our outback roots.

The Campaign for Wool was launched in 2010 to educate consumers about the benefits of wool and help to support and grow the wool industry. Run by a coalition of industry groups convened by His Majesty King Charles III, when he was The Prince of Wales, the Campaign works to engage consumers through exciting fashion, interiors and artisan activities centring around Wool Month each year.

The global endeavour initiated by its Patron, in order to raise awareness about the unique, inherent natural, renewable and biodegradable benefits offered by the fibre in everyday life. And importantly, that wool not only biodegrades in soil, adding nutrients back to the earth, but it also biodegrades in the ocean and water and therefore leaving no impact on the planet with microfibre and plastic pollution.

“It is important to remind people of how valuable and sustainable wool is as a fibre and as a natural material. Wool is a product that the most brilliant boffin in the most hi-tech laboratory could never create.”

His Majesty King Charles III, quoted when he was His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, Patron Campaign for Wool

The Campaign for Wool is jointly funded by some of the world’s largest woolgrower organisations including British Wool, Cape Wools, New Zealand Campaign for Wool and The Woolmark Company.

WOOL FACTS:

Wool is 100% natural – It is not man-made and grows on sheep

Wool is 100% renewable – Each year a new fleece is grown then shorn for the welfare of the animal

Planet friendly – Wool does not add to the growing landfill or ocean pollution

Biodegradable – When left in soil wool biodegrades naturally in a matter of months adding nutrients to the earth

Temperature regulating – Wool naturally adapts and can keep you cool or warm

Wool is durable and strong – It can be bent up to 20,000 times without breaking

Wool has hypoallergenic and antibacterial properties – Reduces dust particles and helps filter VOCs which benefit people with allergies or asthma

Naturally breathable – Providing comfort in all environments and reduces unpleasant odours

Crimp – Provides natural stretch, wrinkle resistance, shape recovery and drape

Absorbs moisture – Wool can absorb 30% of its weight in moisture before feeling damp

Flame resistant – Wool has a naturally very high ignition temperature between 570-600° other fibres ignite between 200-300°

There are different types of wool from sheep – These can be made into many products due to softness, fibre thickness, length and resilience

Wool Month is more than just a celebration of this incredible material—it’s also a reminder of the importance of sustainable practices. At Tambo Teddies, we believe in creating products that last, and wool’s natural properties make it the perfect material for long-lasting, durable toys. Every bear we make is a testament to the quality and sustainability of wool.

As we celebrate Wool Month 2024, we’re reminded of our deep connection to the land, the wool industry, and the environment. Our mission has always been to create timeless treasures that bring joy while being kind to the planet, and wool helps us achieve that goal.

Join Us in Celebrating Wool Month!

We invite you to celebrate Wool Month 2024 with us at Tambo Teddies! Together, let’s continue to support the Campaign for Wool and honour this incredible natural resource.

Shop our collection and celebrate with us at www.tamboteddies.com.au. Keep an eye on our social media for all the exciting Wool Month updates, and let’s share the joy of wool together