Peilaa
Peilaa is a traditional textile weaving technique and the fabric produced by it, associated with communities in the Paieris coastal region. The term is used to refer to both the weaving method and the finished cloth, which is valued for its durability and distinctive geometric patterns.
Etymology and terminology. The name peilaa is derived from the Paieri language, where a root meaning “to
Technique. Peilaa weaving is typically executed on a backstrap loom or a simple vertical loom, using natural
Cultural significance. The peilaa cloth plays a central role in rites of passage, weddings, and ceremonial dress.
Contemporary context. In recent decades, peilaa has experienced revival through craft cooperatives, museums, and cultural festivals.
See also: textile arts, loom weaving, plant-based dyes, traditional crafts.