The fabric of Soufli

Supported By: Soufli

The town of Soufli is preserving its tradition of silk weaving with The Silk Museum. Silk is woven into the fabric of the town (excuse the pun), as it was a major hub for silk production in Greece from the late 19th to the mid-20th century. The museum is housed in the Koutidis Mansion built in 1883, an important example of the region’s 19th century architecture.

The museum preserves the tradition of silk making and enables visitors to delve into the history of silk production in Greece. As well as preserving the ancient tradition, the museum has developed a programme for children shining light on sustainable practices. Children can weave their own small carpets using old fabrics and looms made from old gymnastics hoops.

If produced correctly and responsibly, silk can be a very sustainable fibre as it is biodegradable and uses less energy, water and chemicals than in the production of many other fabrics. A reason why it is so important to preserve the traditional silk-making process and educate travellers, locals and children alike, how best to create silk and weave sustainably.

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