vélarnám
Vélarnám is a traditional Hungarian textile technique that originated in the northeastern region of the country in the late 19th century. The name derives from the Hungarian words "véle," meaning "cloth," and "arnám," a dialectal variation of "arnán," which historically denoted a weaving pattern. The method is distinguished by its use of a distinct reverse‑hand stitch that produces a subtle three‑dimensional raised effect on the fabric.
The earliest documented vélarnám works appear in a collection of folk textiles housed in the Székely-Hungarian
In contemporary Hungary, vélarnám has experienced a revival as part of the national movement to preserve traditional