Sunday, February 5, 2012

Handmade Area Rugs > Greek Flokati 1300gram Hand Woven Wool Rug 3'6"x5'6" (Natural

Greek Flokati 1300gram Hand Woven Wool Rug 3'6"x5'6" (Natural

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Wool Flokati Rugs have been a Greek tradition for centuries. In The Odyssey, Homer mentions Greek weavers. During the long winters, Alexander, in his great Conquests, probably used Flokati for his tents and clothing. The 5th-century Vlachs, who lived in Samarina, the highest village in the Pindos mountains, were the inventors of the . The rugs originally serviced the shepherds, who used them as clothing, beds for tents, and to keep themselves warm during the long winter months. Flokati care tips: Routinely shake out to free dirt and lift wool pile. Vacuum with out agitation. Use the hose only. Machine washable. Use gentle cycle with COLD water and a MILD detergent. AIR DRY only... NO DRYERS. May be professionally cleaned

Greek Flokati 1300gram Hand Woven Wool Rug 3'6"x5'6" (Natural White)

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