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Domača obrt Cvitkovič makes linen by hand

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On the 8th June, we visited our partner Domača obrt Cvitkovič together with our BBfahiondesigner Katarina Bilan, creator of the clothing line Dott.

Domača obrt Cvitkovič is a local business which started centuries ago. It carries out its fabrication of linen in a traditional way. Nowadays, traditional linen makers are rare and Mrs Cvitkovič is one of the few who remain. All their production is homemade. They grow linen plants on their property. Once the linen has matured, they pick it up by hands and then the long weaving process follows. Everything is done in a traditional and natural method. Washed more than 7 times, the thread is woven with a 200-year-old wooden machine, and then sun-bleached to get the white colour of the Bela Krajina folklore dress. They also paint traditional “Pisanice”, nicely embellished eggs, for Easter.

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Before the tour began, our hosts welcomed us with a big smile and a delicious homemade liquor. We were guided through the whole fabrication process thanks to Mrs Cvitkovič’s daughter. This little tour was very interesting. Domača obrt Cvitkovič’s story is a living testimonial to their ancestors!

BIG BERRY offers to its guest an opportunity to discover the heritage of Bela Krajina thanks to its numerous partners. Come visit us and gain rich experience - you will be fully satisfied! ?

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