Crafts in Ljutomer over time

As in other Slovenian towns and market towns, in the Middle Ages, handicrafts also began to develop in Ljutomer and its surroundings, which boasted numerous craftsmen. Most handicrafts in Ljutomer reached their zenith at the end of the nineteenth century. The greatest boom was experienced by joinery as well as the tanning and brickmaking trades, which gradually evolved from small handicrafts workshops into semi-industrial and industrial plants that continue to be in operation today. Among many handicrafts, the article focuses primarily on the development of tailoring, well digging, pottery, shoemaking, joinery, ropemaking, blacksmithing, wheelwrighting, milling, confectionery, and gingerbread making.