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Blanket production workshop, central Portugal In central Portugal, Menizas d'Aire blankets are made in a small, family-run workshop that has remained almost unchanged over the years. Far from mass production, each piece is created using recycled cotton and traditional machines that are still in use today. These blankets reflect a slower, more thoughtful way of making textiles. The machines are old and the space is simple, but the quality of the work is remarkable. Each piece

Blanket production workshop, central Portugal Portugal has a long-standing textile tradition, shaped by generations of skilled artisans working with natural materials such as wool and recycled cotton. Yet much of this expertise remains relatively unknown outside the country. Maison Altana was created to highlight this craftsmanship through carefully selected handmade pieces, produced exclusively in Portugal. At Maison Altana, we collaborate only with Portuguese workshops. Thi

wooden loom Handmade in Portugal, our rugs are more than home decor, they are the result of tradition, skill, and sustainable practices passed down through generations. In Portugal, weaving handmade rugs, cushions or throws is more than a craft, it’s a tradition kept alive on wooden looms that have been working for over fifty years. Each rug is made by hand, using recycled cotton sourced from Portugal and France. Old textiles, from towels to T-shirts, are given a second life,