Process

This long tradition had its origins in Guimarães around the 17th century. At this northern region, people first began weaving essentially to keep their families warm.


After a while, a demand for woven products and linen manufacturing made its way to Guimarães, due to the locals’ knowledge, and several of them saw an opportunity to open workshops.


In 1884, several events took place that would usher in a golden era of textiles. Guimarães was at the centre of two events that have boosted its growth: the arrival of the train, as well as the opening of the Industrial Exposition. By that time, the town witnessed the birth of numerous industrial units.


Bed linen produced in Guimarães gained a standing position in the textile scene and have brought international attention to this day. Now, senseslinen allies a past filled with tradition and expertise to a modern approach and a clean design.