Kutnu, a type of fabric made by blending cotton with silk raw material that first reached Anatolia via the Silk Road, became one of the most sought-after and valuable fabrics of the 19th century Ottoman and European palace fashion with the value added by the weaving techniques developed in Gaziantep from the 16th century onwards and specific to this region.

Kutnu, which lost its former popularity and was on the verge of extinction in the 21st century due to its weaving process that required heavy manual labor and mastery, and its narrow-width structure that was not suitable for industrialized production tools, was once again brought to the rescue by Gaziantep.

Kutnu fabric, which was included in a socio-cultural protection and acquisition project initiated by local authorities in 2015, has returned to life stronger than before under the Kutnia brand, founded in Gaziantep under the leadership of Jülide Konukoğlu in 2017.

When Kutnia was taking its first steps, we always had the same goal in our minds and hearts; to preserve the originality of this treasured fabric from Gaziantep, to adapt it to today's fast and modernized production techniques, and to create products that will be admired on domestic and international platforms. After implementing the production process improvements that have become a passion for us as a result of extensive R&D studies, we focused all our energy on guiding Kutnia to successful adventures.

Today, all the fabrics produced by the valuable weaving masters of the Kutnia family and the young generation of emerging artisans are transformed into unique and exclusive collections that today's consumers can enjoy while preserving the unique texture of centuries ago in the hands of the visionary design team.

Coming from an industrialist family from Gaziantep, Jülide Konukoğlu realized from the moment she was appointed as the head of the Kutnu protection and promotion project that bringing this valuable fabric into modern production was a rare opportunity both culturally and commercially.

Setting out with the aim of improving Kutnu fabric and production techniques, Ms. Jülide provided the necessary infrastructure and investments for this purpose and founded Kutnia in 2017. With the young, entrepreneurial and socially responsible team she created, she quickly achieved the difficult and made Kutnia sign international collaborations within a few years.

Today, Kutnia has become a lifestyle brand that is based in Gaziantep, supports local employment, offers opportunities for future generations to learn craftsmanship through a master-apprentice relationship, and has managed to become a strong, dynamic and voice-over-heard lifestyle brand among world giants.

We hope to celebrate Kutnia's future victories with you in this meaningful and exciting adventure, where Jülide Konukoğlu and her team continue to work to raise the bar of success even higher and make Kutnia a "must-have" brand for both domestic and international customers.

Traditional weaving looms sourced from Bursa and prepared for use, along with viscose yarns procured from various regions of Turkey and meticulously tested for compliance with international standards, are brought to life by skilled craftsmen in an atelier in Gaziantep. This meticulous process results in timeless and unique fabrics that blend the essence of traditional kutnu with a contemporary design approach.

As a result of our R&D efforts to realize this goal, kutnu fabric, which consists of silk warp and cotton weft, has been made lighter, more durable and suitable for versatile uses. This innovative approach enabled the fabric to respond to contemporary needs while maintaining its traditional aesthetics.

As a result of intensive R&D work, Kutnia has succeeded in expanding the durability and weaving width of kutnu fabric by staying true to its DNA, and aims to bring this craft to the modern world. Developed with innovative techniques, this fabric offers a special option for those who want to make a difference in both fashion and interior design.

The Kutnia Crafted Fabrics brand was founded not only to create exclusive products that preserve the essence of the precious kutnu fabric and make it available in the international market, but also to pass on this important craft tradition of Gaziantep to future generations. The brand's mission is to keep the cultural heritage alive by supporting local artisans and to share the story of this unique fabric worldwide.