DMC

More than 250 years ago, in 1746, art and commerce came together thanks to the initiative of Jean-Henri DOLLFUS, who founded a joint venture with two other young businessmen Jean-Jacques SCHMALZER and Samuel KOECHLIN. Taking advantage of the enthusiasm of the time for printed fabrics, and the artistic talent of Jean-Henri, they became pioneers in Europe in the industrial production of hand-printed Indian prints.

Subsequently, and for many years, the company engaged in a single activity: printing on fabrics. The two brothers Jean-Henri and Jean DOLLFUS manage it together.

Long before the term globalization was on everyone's lips, these two men already had an international ambition for their company, and exported their fabrics around the world.

Towards the end of the 18th century, Jean-Henri DOLLFUS 'nephew, Daniel DOLLFUS, took over the management of the family business. In the spring of 1800, he married Anne-Marie MIEG, combining his wife's name with his own, a common practice at the time. During that same year, he gave his company its new corporate name DOLLFUS-MIEG & Compagnie, or DMC.

In 1818 it was Jean DOLLFUS-MIEG's turn to take over his father's business, focusing on quality, product marketing and service.

In 1850, while studying in Leeds, England, Jean DOLLFUS-MIEG's son discovered a process invented by the chemist JOHN MERCER (mercerizing), which he applied to his yarn, and which modifies the fibber and gives it more strength, longevity and a silky look.

Also, during this century, DMC forged strong ties with the famous embroiderer, Thérèse de DILLMONT. The friendship between this talented woman and Jean DOLLFUS-MIEG pushes her to move to Dornach, a village near Mulhouse, where she founded her own embroidery school, with the support of DMC.

The greatest work produced by Thérèse is his Encyclopédie des Ouvrages de Dames, published in 1886, which was translated and marketed in 17 countries.

The two world wars halted production, and in 1961 the company merged with THIRIEZ & CARTIER BRESSON. The new company retains the name of DMC, but adopts the logo of THIRIEZ & CARTIER BRESSON, the horse head that has become famous today.

The DMC Group is currently an international organization that manufactures yarns and other by-products for consumers and the textile industry. The company’s commitment to quality and creativity remains as strong today as it was in the 18th century. The motto of the Dollfus family, which dates back more than 2 centuries, has retained all its authenticity:

TENUI FILO MAGNUM TEXITUR OPUS - "A work of art is born from a simple thread "

Today DMC is an international group that exports to more than 60 countries on 5 continents. 70% of its turnover is made in the production plant of Mulhouse, in Alsace. Its main business remains the manufacture of yarns for the consumer and textile industry, as well as various derived products.

At all times, superior product quality, customer satisfaction, social responsibility, innovation and creativity, as well as consideration of environmental constraints remain the shared core values ​​that guide DMC in its evolution, in the service of consumers.

NOVA VITA 4 by DMC NOVA VITA 4 by DMC 2
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NOVA VITA by DMC is a tubular thread made from recycled cotton, made with the future of the planet in mind. Ideal for accessories and home decor, with NOVA VITA by DMC you can knit flower pots, cushions, baskets, lamps, and anything else you can imagine... With this thread, DMC gives a second life to cotton, since it is obtained from the remains of...
NATURA JUST COTTON by DMC is a 100% combed 4-ply yarn with a matte finish in a range of nature-inspired colours. NATURA JUST COTTON by DMC is suitable for both knitting and crocheting and ideal for garments due to its soft feel, high absorbency, durability and resistance to repeated washing. It has the Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, 09. HBG.68250 HOHENSTEIN HTTI...
NATURA LINEN by DMC is a blend of linen, viscose and cotton, light, fresh and with a great drape. Its silky, irregular fibres create beautiful and subtle nuances in the knitted garments. NATURA LINEN by DMC is an ideal yarn for knitting summer and transitional garments due to its softness and freshness. NATURA LINEN by DMC is available in 50g and 150m...
NATURA MEDIUM DENIM by DMC has a timeless vintage appeal. It is a 100% combed cotton yarn with a matte finish that looks like your favourite pair of jeans and is just as soft to the touch. NATURA MEDIUM DENIM by DMC is strong and durable, with a pronounced twist that enhances the mottled denim effect. An Aran weight yarn that suits an exceptionally wide...
WOOLLY by DMC is 100% Merino wool from the finest Merino sheep in Australia. High quality and extremely soft, it is very easy to work with and suitable for any type of garment or accessory. WOOLLY by DMC does not itch or pill. It is an active and insulating fibre, which reacts to changes in body temperature and keeps you warm when it is cold and cool when...
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NOVA VITA 4 COLOR by DMC is a tubular thread made from recycled cotton, made with the future of the planet in mind. Ideal for accessories and home decoration, with NOVA VITA 4 COLOR by DMC you can knit flower pots, cushions, baskets, lamps, and anything else you can imagine... With this thread, DMC gives a second life to cotton, since it is obtained from...
ECO VITA is DMC's new recycled cotton, an environmentally friendly alternative. ECO VITA by DMC is a light yarn, composed of 80% recycled cotton and 20% other recycled fibers. Following the ZERO WASTE trend, the label immersed in water becomes the perfect soap to wash the woven garment. ECO VITA by DMC is available in 100 gram and 250 meter bundles, to...
DMC ECO VITA TAPE YARN is a thick, tubular yarn made from recycled cotton and polyester. DMC ECO VITA TAPE YARN is ideal for knitting home décor or fashion accessories. DMC ECO VITA TAPE YARN is available in 250g and 120m spools, for knitting on 10-12mm needles or crochet hooks.
MERINO ESSENTIEL OMBRE by DMC is a voluminous ball of light and soft yarn, pleasant to the touch and very easy to knit. MERINO ESSENTIEL OMBRE by DMC is ideal for winter garments, from the most urban street fashion to the most chic piece. MERINO ESSENTIEL OMBRE by DMC is available in 150g and 250m balls, to be knitted with 5.5 – 6mm needles or 6mm crochet...
FOUR SEASONS by Rowan is a yarn that transcends the seasons. Soft to the touch, this durable blend of soft cotton and microfibre acrylic has excellent stitch definition, making it ideal for all types of textures. FOUR SEASONS by Rowan is perfect for all the family, easy to wash and for any season. FOUR SEASONS by Rowan is available in 50g and 75m balls,...
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