Since 1985, upon obtaining his state-sponsored Bachelor's Degree in Science as a Designer - Engineer in Weaving and Spinning from the Hellenic S.K.Y.P. University, Stelios Apostolopoulos, as President and General Manager of "Flokati

Factory", has bestowed a positive meaning on Flokati products to countless households within Greece as well as all over the world.

From the 5th century, Flokatis were created by the nomads from the mountains of Northern Greece. Flokatis were and are an essential part of every bridal dowry, conventional Greek home furnishing and family heirloom. Apart from being a status symbol for every family, Flokatis are practical. They keep the house very warm through the cold winter months and are sometimes referred to as "shepherds' rugs", with each individual Flokati bearing its own mystical soul passed on from each personal creator of the Flokati. MORE...