väveri

Väveri is a place where weaving is carried out to produce fabric. The term refers to both artisanal workshops and industrial facilities where textiles are manufactured by interlacing warp and weft threads on a loom. The word comes from the Swedish väva, to weave, with the suffix -eri indicating a workplace or activity.

Historically, weaving has been a core craft in Sweden and the wider Northern European textile economy. Before mechanization, fabrics were produced on hand looms in homes and small workshops. The advent of power looms and improved spinning during the industrial era increased production capacity and led to the development of dedicated weaving mills, often part of larger textile factories. Väverier have produced a wide range of fabrics, including wool, linen, cotton and later synthetic blends, for clothing, interiors and technical uses.

In modern contexts, väverier vary from small-scale studios that hand-weave on table or frame looms to large industrial plants equipped with automated looms. Techniques can include plain weave, twill and satin, with patterns and color controlled by weave structure and dyeing. Finishing steps such as washing, stretching and calibration of fabric width may follow weaving.

Väverier continue to play a role in both commercial textile supply and artistic practice. They contribute to regional economies, preserve traditional crafts, and support designers who seek specialized materials or limited runs, while adapting to contemporary issues such as sustainability and digital design.