The people

Flax stories - women's stories - human stories

Flax and textile work was often a woman's job and often hardly worth telling and saving. Yet these memories are part of our textile DNA. Here we collect memories from women and men from all over the world, often anonymised if requested. We add to this list every month.



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Berta

The journey around the world begins with Berta's flax.

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Gusti

A strong woman through humour and faith

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Pink

Pink ribbons and lots of flat braids

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Victoria

Widow, single parent and loving grandma


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Berta Rechberger

A handful of lines and a hard life

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Maria Schauer

Linen, ropes and sheep's wool characterise everyday life

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Elisabeth

Noble chest, fine hair

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Nameless treasure

The chest that is no more


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