Handmade in the
Nile Delta
About nilo kilim
The birthplace of our kilims is Fowwa, a small town in the Egyptian Nile Delta, where they are traditionally made by hand. We work with local weavers who are paid a fair price for their work. The production of a kilim can take several days, depending on the design and size. We do not mass produce and value the uniqueness of each piece.
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What is a kilim?
The kilim is a sturdy, flat-woven rug made of wool and cotton. Our rugs are woven on wooden looms using the slit weaving technique, which involves weaving sheep’s wool into a cotton base. With their authentic aesthetic, often characterised by simple geometric patterns, our kilims have a cosy and grounding effect.
The handwork is always visible. The kilim is not a uniform machine-made product, it does not have perfect straight lines and angles. The imperfections and irregularities of this woven carpet, the „beauty of imperfection“, are proof of its authenticity.
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Unique and fairly produced
We design and produce our own kilims. Creativity and ethical production are our top priorities. We put a lot of effort and love into developing modern designs and making sure our weavers are paid fairly.
Our collection is constantly evolving to offer our customers a colourful range of woven carpets. And if you are looking for something unique, we also offer custom-made rugs. We want each of our kilims to suit your individual taste and style.
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