#traditional loom

[juliastreou]

Recurrent sections of unwoven warp is an element inspired by Greek clothing depicted on historical pottery.

[kyotokimono]

Step-by-Step Obi Weaving

The next time anyone suggests that you paid too much for that vintage Japanese obi (or kimono), invite them to watch this video.  

No matter how many times I watch it, I am still amazed and a little saddened that everyone shown doing the work is already a senior citizen....

[juliastreou]

The colourful pattern on this loom is indicative of its origin, which is Eptakomi village. . Painting bold geometric patterns on furniture was common practice in Eptakomi, a tradition applied on looms too. . It was sold to me by refugees many years ago and it bears the husband's initials as opposed to those of the weaver's on one of its beams.

[juliastreou]

A traditional three-day weaving workshop will be held at the studio this April. Here are the specifics: 

Thursday April 7th / 8.30am - 1.30pm

Friday April 8th / 8.30am - 1.30pm

Saturday April 9th / 8.30am -1.30pm

The cost is €180 (€80 to be payed upfront to secure a place). 

For more information click here: https://www.juliastreou.com/lessons

To book a place please contact me at: [email protected] or call at 00357 9947521.

[juliastreou]

The looms on which the pieces in my web-shop are woven, reside in a 19th century building that has been in the family for six generations. . My aunt Christalleni -a dressmaker- held sewing and embroidery apprenticeships here in the 1930s. Creative endeavours have always been encased within these walls!

[juliastreou]

Very happy that my book on Fytiotiko weaving is finally out! . It covers traditional weave layouts, names and origins of woven elements (ploumia) as well as Fytiotika trading history, among others. Weave drafts and diagrams can also be found in the appendices. . Here is a piece (1st photo) by Mrs Georgia Theodorou (47*139cm) with some complex tassel work at the lower end.

[juliastreou]

Since an extension for my new book has been given, a traditional three-day weaving workshop will be taking place here at the studio this November. 

The dates are:

Thursday 11th / 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

Friday 12th / 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

Saturday 13th / 8:30 am -1:30 pm

The cost is €180 (€80 to be payed upfront to secure a place).

 For more information click here: https://www.juliastreou.com/lessons and to book a place please contact me at: [email protected]

Here is Theano from Phyti weaving an intricate ploumi. We won’t be learning this particular one but the ‘kamaroua’ (little arch) and ‘mostres’ (stripes) preceding it on Theanos loom shall be covered! 

[juliastreou]

Big thank you to everyone who has acquired the Phytiotiko Weaving book🤍! . I hope that the publication aids in the preservation of traditional Phyti weaves. Drafts and diagrams are included, for those wishing to attempt the basic designs on their looms. . The book can be purchased directly from myself (international shipping available) and it costs €23 plus postage. Do send an email at [email protected] if you are interested!