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Article: Mainie's Merino Wool Collection: Luxurious. Authentic. Unique.

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Mainie's Merino Wool Collection: Luxurious. Authentic. Unique.

The Mainie Australian Merino wool scarf collection epitomises our dedication to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and cultural preservation.

Created by traditional Warlpiri Aboriginal women artists, each authentic art design carries an ancient Dreaming story passed down from generation to generation over tens of thousands of years.

Mary Napangardi Gallagher, Warlpiri aboriginal women artists, wool scarf, desert journey dreaming, woolmark Australian merino wool, luxurious fashion, authentic aboriginal art, unique indigenous Australian design, outback, colors, colourful

"Desert Journey Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Mary Napangardi Gallagher.

Ethically acquired from the world acclaimed Warlukurlangu Artists arts centre in Central Australia, these exquisite designs contribute to the preservation of Warlpiri culture and language.

The Warlpiri maintain a deep connection to their land, continuing to live on their ancestral homelands in the remote Tanami Desert.

Mainie empowers Aboriginal women from isolated Outback communities, enabling them to earn independent incomes and keep alive their cultural legacy.

Nicole Napaljarri Stevens, Warlpiri aboriginal women artists, wool scarf, red bark trees dreaming, woolmark Australian merino wool, luxurious fashion, authentic aboriginal art, unique indigenous Australian design, outback, colors, colourful

"Red Bark Trees Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Nicole Napaljarri Stevens.

Art designs are licensed under the Indigenous Art Code, ensuring artists retain copyright and receive royalties.

Crafted from Woolmark-certified Australian Merino wool, each scarf is meticulously hand-finished by skilled artisans, destined to become cherished heirlooms.

Alicka Napanangka Brown, Warlpiri aboriginal women artists, wool scarf, red earth dreaming, woolmark Australian merino wool, luxurious fashion, authentic aboriginal art, unique indigenous Australian design, outback, colors, colourful

"Red Earth Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Alicka Napanangka Brown.

Mainie’s commitment to sustainability echoes the rich history of Australia's Merino wool industry, symbolising prosperity and development.

Merino wool has played a significant role in Australia's economic growth, inspiring iconic works of art and literature.

From the famous painting "Shearing the Rams" by Tom Roberts to Banjo Paterson's beloved ballad "Waltzing Matilda," Merino wool has left an indelible mark on Australian culture.

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"Desert Tracks Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Valma Nakamarra White.

A Mainie pure wool scarf is more than a fashion piece; it is a celebration of our 65,000-year-old Indigenous cultural heritage and a tribute to our shared Australian story, says Charmaine Saunders, Mainie Founder.

As a Supply Nation verified Indigenous Australian-owned business and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member, Mainie upholds ethical standards and supports women artists and their families in remote Aboriginal communities.

Joy Nanagala Brown, Pintupi aboriginal women artists, wool scarf, Rock Pools dreaming, woolmark Australian merino wool, luxurious fashion, authentic aboriginal art, unique indigenous Australian design, outback, colors, colourful

"Rock Pools Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Central Australian Aboriginal artist, Joy Nangala Brown.

In essence, the Mainie Australian Merino wool scarf collection embodies tradition, sustainability, and cultural reverence.

Each scarf tells a story, connecting wearers to the ancient Dreaming stories of the Warlpiri people and the rich history of Australia's Merino wool industry.

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"Night Ceremony Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Valma Nakamarra White.

Through our commitment to ethical sourcing and cultural preservation, Mainie aims to create symbols of heritage and identity that can be cherished for generations.

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Written by Charmaine Saunders

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Preserving our natural environment for a healthier planet

Founded by Gunggari Aboriginal woman Charmaine Saunders in 2012, Mainie is a Supply Nation certified Indigenous Australian-owned company and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member. We recognise the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

We acknowledge the sorrow of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of colonisation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect the resilience, strength and pride of Australia’s First Nations people and their communities. Mainie is committed to supporting Aboriginal women artists to earn an independent income from their own work and to keep alive their traditional cultural heritage for future generations.