Category: Other Design

Design for Eva Cooperative: San Leucio inspired textiles and accesories


University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chair of Textile Materials and Design

Author: Dr Sonja Šterman, University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chair of Textile Materials and Design 2024

The Eva Cooperative is supported by various companies. Among other things, they receive textile materials from the San Leucio company, where they use patterns produced on old looms. The special look of the jacquard fabrics is therefore an excellent basis for the production of smaller, usable products such as bags, purses and slippers. At the same time, the interesting patterns provide inspiration for patterns that can be printed on silk scarves or other substrates. The result is a dynamic product range that includes both visualisations of original fabrics and new patterns with elements from the company’s existing fabrics.

At the San Leucio company, a showroom showcasing a series of textile samples produced on traditional weaving machines. These patterns reflect a strong historical character, with a focus on botanical motifs primarily intended for interior design. The company uses this historical technology not only to reproduce antique fabrics, but also to develop modern interpretations.

San Leucio has generously donated a selection of fabric remnants to Eva Lab, which integrates these materials into the production of various accessories such as mobile phone cases, toiletry bags and other practical items. To improve the marketability of these products, a new series of items based on the available fabrics was designed.

This identifies a range of products that align with the capabilities of the workshop and the character of the donated textiles. To gain valuable insights into potential market needs and opportunities. As a result, was developed a collection of product models presented through visual simulations using San Leucio’s textile materials.



About Aracne Virtual Silk Exhibition

This virtual exhibition invites you to explore the ARACNE project, a European initiative dedicated to safeguarding and revitalizing silk heritage. Here, you can discover how ARACNE connects history, culture, and innovation—sharing stories, research, and activities that trace silk’s journey across Europe. The site highlights not just the rich legacy of silk production but also present-day efforts to create a modern European Silk Route, linking communities and inspiring a renewed appreciation for traditional skills and creative industry.

About the Project