Serra da Borborema has a lot to tell about the troopers and cotton

The trooper activities began in Brazil in the early eighteenth century and lasted until the twentieth century, more precisely until the 60s, when they were gradually replaced by the truck driver. The word “troopers” comes from troop, a reference to the animal guider troops, like cattle,…

Natural Cotton Color brings a collection to the 23rd Paraíba Craft Show

In January 2016 the Paraíba Craft show takes place in João Pessoa. In its 23rd edition the event is themed color cotton, a product of great economic and cultural value to the state, which is located in the Northeast of Brazil. The show is…

Color cotton from Paraiba in Globo News gateway

The report points out that the color cotton, our raw material, will be the theme of the 23rd edition of the Paraíba Craft Show. The event will be held in Joao Pessoa from January 8th to the 31st. The interview highlights the businesswoman and…

The history of the color cotton of Paraiba

The history of the color cotton of Paraiba

Before talking about the cotton that is grown in color, it is worth remembering a little history of cotton in Brazil. When Portuguese explorers arrived in the country, there was existed a wild species of cotton here. Yes, cotton was already spun and woven…