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What happens to a merino jacket in the rain? Myths busted

Autumn here is more often wet than sunny — and we get asked regularly: "Does a merino jacket get soaked?" and "What if it gets wet — does it still keep you warm?" Today we clear it up. 1. The natur...

Merino hats: types, how to choose the right fabric and colour

There's nothing quite like warmth that doesn't overheat — and that's exactly what we love about merino wool hats. Light, breathable, soft and practically universal. But how do you choose the right ...

Merino jackets for children – what to know before you buy

Merino wool is one of those materials that combines warmth, lightness and breathability in a way nothing else quite matches. It's no surprise that more and more parents are choosing merino jackets ...

Why merino wool can smell at first – and what to do about it

If you open a parcel with a new woollen piece and notice a faint sheepy smell — relax, it's completely natural. 🐑It means you're holding real, natural wool in your hands, not a synthetic fibre pret...

A second life for cardboard. Why OWCA packs 'imperfectly perfectly'

At OWCA we like things that are real. Wool that genuinely warms. Seams that someone actually sewed. And boxes that have already been on a journey — a real one.Instead of throwing away packaging and...

Wool and frost – how to freshen woollen clothes without washing

Why wool doesn't like being washed Wool is one of the most remarkable natural materials out there. It's springy, breathable, temperature-regulating and — remarkably — capable of cleaning itself. Wo...

Mrs Halinka's Creatures – little treasures sewn with love

In OWCA's world, softness takes many forms. Sometimes it's a warm merino sweater, sometimes a cosy blanket — and sometimes a toy hand-sewn by a very special person.

A merino wool sweatshirt – is it really a winter jacket?

Sweatshirts and jackets in 100% merino wool are appearing in more and more wardrobes — for people who value natural warmth, comfort and durability. Our boiled merino jacket (made from wool with a s...

A merino sweater – how to wear it and fall in love with it

Miękki, ciepły, naturalny – sweter z wełny merino to nie tylko zimowy niezbędnik, ale i codzienny przyjaciel.Jeśli raz poczujesz go na skórze, trudno wrócić do akrylu czy poliestru. Ale żeby napraw...

Merino wool socks – the best choice for sensitive feet

Some things are worth having close to hand — or rather, close to foot.Merino socks are one of those discoveries that anyone with sensitive skin, perpetually cold feet or simply an appreciation for ...

Merino wool blankets – comfort all year round

Is there anything better than wrapping yourself in a soft, natural blanket that warms you in winter and breathes in summer? If you want cosiness without overheating — and natural materials without ...

How to care for merino wool – OWCA's complete guide

Merino wool is something special. Natural, breathable, self-cleaning and wonderfully soft to the touch. But how do you care for it so it lasts for years without pilling or losing its shape? This gu...