Xisqueta

Wool craft from the Alt Pirineu

Xisqueta is the name of a local-development project run in the Alt Pirineu by Associació Obrador Xisqueta. The project produced wool pieces and annual collections documented from 2014 through 2021, as well as a home-design line.

Project status

The Xisqueta project has ended, and its online shop no longer has products for sale. The artisans who took part continue to work with wool and offer workshops. People interested in a piece or a class can email info@xisqueta.cat to be connected with them.

Past collections and activities

• Fashion and wool-craft collections (2014–2021)
• Home-design collection
• Wool workshops and training
• Summer activities with shepherds, sheep, and wool
• Educational resources and tutorials
• Custom projects

Contact

Email: info@xisqueta.cat. For inquiries through the contact page, the site also lists info@parlapallares.cat.