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Eleonora Raptaki in action
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A centuries-old tradition migrates from Greece to Australia


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By Emma Papaemmanouil-Έμμα Παπαεμμανουήλ

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A centuries-old tradition migrates from Greece to Australia


Eleonora Raptakis was born in Australia but spent most of her life in Greece. Recently she made the big decision to re-locate to Antipodes. Along with her she brought the art of creating traditional but also modern handicrafts.

Eleonora's dolls
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Traditional and modern hand made art

Tablecloths, dolls and other handworks with personal touch, inspiration and love, are taking life in the hands of Eleonora Raptaki.

Hand made table cloths
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At a time when everything has been industrialized, Eleonora Raptaki tries to combine traditional techniques with modern designs and keep the unique handmade practice alive. At the same time, she carries her creative knowledge into a new continent, Australia.

Handmade creations by Eleonora Raptaki
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You can listen to Eleonora Raptakis interview at SBS Radio - Greek program  and Emma Papaemanouil, by playing the podcast that accompanies the central photo.


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