Founded in 2006, when Kt Passettis’ dream of owning a paper mill in South Africa became a reality, with the purchase of her first 2 Hollander beaters. Using ancient paper making techniques, in the production of this unique and high quality handmade paper. Pulp is made using Hollander beaters, Raw materials are
Using textile off-cuts and renewable fibers sourced from textile factory waste and repl
enish-able indigenous fibers. Raw materials are processed in the Hollander beaters until a pulp is made, Once the fibers and materials have been pulped appropriately each sheet is individually and by hand couched with a deckle and mold. The skill of paper making is taught over several months to local people, as to become a skilled paper-making takes hours of training and patience. P4HK develops African paper products for the national and international markets and the business model being anchored in the notion of empowering people through skills development and financial independence whilst being cognizant of our environmental responsibilities.
