Everything about Greek folk arts and crafts, manufacturers,etailers, retailers, artists and craftspeople, and shops.
Explore the fascinating story of the worry beads of Greece - and see how they may enhance your trip.
Combining honey, olive wood, and skill, craftsman Mixalis Boras of MIK pens creates sensuous writing instruments on the island of Poros.
This jaded shopper's spirit revived at the sight of these unusual approaches to ancient art styles - you may enjoy them too.
Vassilis Politakis recreates Minoan pottery using traditional materials and techniques, making exact copies as well as new pieces inspired with the spirit of the ancient Minoans.
On-line shopping for reproductions of Cretan frescos, the Snake Goddess (check out the nice plaque as well as the statues), even Minoan-themed T-shirts. Handmade on Crete.
Fascinating account of the process of making pithara - large pots - in the traditional villages of Thrapsano and Margarites.
Part workshop and store, part museum, this delightful spot is well worth a visit to anyone interested in worry beads, either virtually at their website or in person in the Peloponnese. On-line sales as well.
Traditional prayer ropes as used by Greek Orthodox monks, made at monasteries.
Fascinating museum in Athens, devoted to the many arts and crafts of Greek traditional culture.
Traditional handcarved icons, cabinets and other furnishings, anything made of wood, large or small.
Handmade metal objects and accessories.
Finely crafted, upscale worry beads for the fashion-minded collector. They also offer traditional wedding crowns.
Find out about the history of komboloi (worry beads), and order on-line from a big selection.
This is a different, hands-on approach to this Greek folk art. Photos, even a video.
Inspired by ancient Minoan art and by the beauty of the surrounding islands, this mosaic artist revivifies this tradition.
