About Us

This is Sjøllaget

Sjøllaget is our little creative universe, built around the joy of making things ourselves.

We are Sofie, Guro, and Elisa – three creative women from Bergen who design Norwegian pieces inspired by our nature, traditions, and cultural heritage, always with a modern twist. Through our knitting and crochet designs, we aim to make traditional handcraft fresh, relevant, and inspiring for a new generation. We believe there’s something truly special about slowing down, creating something with your own hands, and truly appreciating what you make – by choosing quality materials and crafting garments you want to wear, cherish, and love for many years. For us, Sjøllaget is about more than just making clothes. It’s about carrying on craft traditions, providing space for creativity, and inspiring more people to discover the joy of making something themselves.

Quality & sustainability

We choose quality over quantity, natural materials, and garments that can last, be repaired, and loved – again and again.

Joy of Creation

We want to inspire people to make things themselves, and to show the joy, sense of achievement, and pride that comes with creating something with your own hands.

Community

We believe everything gets better when we do it together. We share knowledge, ideas, and recipes, and cheer each other on along the way.

Local roots

We draw inspiration from the nature around us and combine Norwegian knitting tradition with modern design – with a desire to support local actors.

Become a Sjøllaget-buddy

tjommi Adjective

PRONUNCIATION [çå´m:i]

ETYMOLOGY

From English chummy, from chum 'close friend'

MEANING AND USAGE

A typical Bergen expression meaning buddy, mate, or friend. Often used informally and affectionately for someone you know well.

QUOTE

A chummy lad (Humør 1912/127) | in a song lyric

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