#traditional loom
Despite the lockdown our looms are weaving in full force. Here is one our oldest loom made locally in Kaimakli. The original owners would have been quite proud to see that their looms are still going strong.
Happy New Year. Thank you for supporting my work and the ancient craft of hand weaving.
Here are a couple of photos from the traditional warp making process. After each three-day weaving workshop, students are invited to witness and participate in the construction of a new warp.
At the moment, due to current regulations, only one on one lessons are offered. If you are keen to familiarise yourself with traditional looms and techniques then do get in touch :)
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Working on an Akamas cushion cover, a piece inspired by long Summer days spent gazing at the glistening sea.
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Please note that tomorrow (30th) the showroom/workshop will be open from 10am to 4:30pm and on the 31st from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Big thank you to those who have visited so far!
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Just a quick reminder that today Friday the 11th and this weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th of December the workshop/showroom will be open from 10:30 to 19:00.
Alternatively you can see the new collection of handwoven cushion covers ‘Chromatin Loops’ and shop online here: https://www.juliastreou.com/shop-11
Saint Barbara’s Street(next to St Barbara’s church)
Kaimakli, 1021 Nicosia, Cyprus
For more information please call at 99475219
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Working on a wall-hanging commission based on the traditional Asproploumi weave with its characteristic meander design as well as inwoven cane and sisal.
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Here is a sneak peak into my Infinity collection inspired by Chromatin Loops, which are structures found inside Chromosomes.
Transferring new patterns and ideas with traditional weaving techniques was challenging but exhilarating.
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Dear all,
It has been decided that the traditional weaving lessons will take place next week under the condition that participants will have to wear a mask. There are three out of four slots available, so do let me know if you are interested. The dates and times are:
Thursday 15th / 8:30am-1:30pm
Friday 16th / 8:30am-1:30pm
Saturday 17th / 8:30am-1:30pm
The course costs a total of €180 (€80 to be payed upfront to secure a place) and takes place at the workshop in Kaimakli, Nicosia. For more information please click here: https://www.juliastreou.com/lessons
And to book a place email me at [email protected]
Thank you!
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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.
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You are invited to view the new collection of handwoven cushion covers, depicting charming figurative scenes and planes of mellow gradients.
Respect for old knowledge and craftsmanship is at the core of these designs, which feature an amalgamation of traditional elements with modern minimal weaves.
At the workshop one can also find a variety of delightful handwoven items like bracelets, shawls, mobile phone cases, cushion covers, pouches and glass-mats.
All make unique beautiful Christmas presents!
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Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 December 2021
From 10.30 until 17.30
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1 St Barbara’s Street(next to St Barbara’s church)
Kaimakli, 1021 Nicosia, Cyprus
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T: 99475219
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A new design for a cushion cover. The female figure is adapted from traditional weaves but the rest of the delightful outing depiction was conjured up by myself ️.
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The colourful pattern on this loom is indicative of its origin, which is Eptakomi village.
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Painting bold geometric patterns on furniture was common practice in Eptakomi, a tradition applied on looms too.
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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.
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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!
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A traditional weaving lesson will take place on the 25th of July (8:30-13:30) and there are currently three slots available.
We will cover the basics of Phyti (pictured) and Asproploumia weaves.
The cost is €80 and for more information please email me at [email protected].
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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.
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My aunt Christalleni -a dressmaker- held sewing and embroidery apprenticeships here in the 1930s. Creative endeavours have always been encased within these walls!
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Big thank you to everyone who has acquired the Phytiotiko Weaving book!
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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.
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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!
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Very happy that my book on Fytiotiko weaving is finally out!
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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.
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Here is a piece (1st photo) by Mrs Georgia Theodorou (47*139cm) with some complex tassel work at the lower end.
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Recurrent sections of unwoven warp is an element inspired by Greek clothing depicted on historical pottery.
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Hand-weaving entails a soothing repetitiveness, an antidote for the blasts of everyday life.
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