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Only the finest raw materials are used in making Ekelund tablecloths.
Flax grown in France and Belgium, where the most favorable growing conditions are found,
is used to make the linen yarn.
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund Each article is woven to its own width. Ekelund prefers not to hem the long sides, thereby avoiding double-hemmed corners, since these are invariably the first to be damaged when washing. This also makes ironing easier. |
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund Edging as a Frame Only a few weaving mills in the world master the technique of using borders to frame the pattern. This technique puts special demands on the looms, but Ekelund has preserved this ancient tradition, refusing to give in to simpler methods. Despite the difficulties, borders are woven on all sides to frame almost all of their pieces. |
![]() Well-Chosen Details: A hanger is sewn into each towel. |
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund An increasing number of tablecloths feature the Ekelund "E" woven into the fabric. |
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund Patterned linen labels are sewn into each cloth. |
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund The reverse side of the label indicates a two-digit code in the upper-left with the year of production. |
![]() The label indicates the designer who created the pattern. |
![]() Photo courtesy of Ekelund Environmentally Approved Manufacture Ekelund was the first home textile company in the world to introduce environmentally approved products by a governing party in 1995. The Eco Collection is an important part of Ekelund's on-going environmental efforts. See "About Ekelund" for more details on the company's comprehensive environmental strategy. |
Copyright Kathy Gannon Bailey, 2005