Cecilie Telle creates handcrafted accessories that embrace the warmth of tradition and the joy of contemporary design. Each piece serves as a distinctive companion, imbued with its own character.
Discover the comfort and connection inherent in handcrafted pieces at Cecilie Telle. Here, tradition meets modernity, and every stitch tells a story.
Rooted in respect for traditional craftsmanship, each Cecilie Telle piece begins its journey in family-run wool mills. For bags, wool is sourced from a Norwegian mill with fourth-generation expertise. Scarves and ponchos utilize wool from,a traditional English yarn manufacturer. Both suppliers ensure premium materials for every design.
Our signature technique combines domestic machine knitting with modern felting techniques, transforming fabric into a new entity entirely. This method yields dense, durable textiles with a distinctive texture that evolves with time and use.
Final hand-finishing in our London studio ensures each item’s uniqueness, bearing the subtle imprint of its maker.
We believe in handmade objects' power to connect people across cultures and generations. Our designs draw inspiration from global craft traditions, particularly basket weaving, reimagined through a contemporary lens.
Sustainability is intrinsic to our brand. We create timeless pieces that transcend seasonal trends designed for longevity. Small-scale, made-to-order production minimises waste and ensures each piece finds its rightful home.
Based in the UK, Cecilie Telle is a Norwegian-born designer and artisan. Her textile journey began at age five when she learned to knit, laying the foundation for her unique brand.
After studying at the Royal College of Art, an accidental felting incident sparked Telle's fascination with this transformative process, leading her to explore new possibilities in textile design.
Telle's artistry melds her fine art background with a reverence for global craftsmanship. Her designs echo the organic forms of baskets. Simultaneously, her Norwegian heritage infuses her work with time-honoured felting and knitting techniques, creating pieces that bridge ancient traditions and modern sensibilities.
Family-led and rooted in tradition, Telle's practice thrives in a former handbag factory. Sourcing wool from generations-old Norwegian and English mills, she ensures a connection to traditional manufacturing methods. Her production process, while small-scale, provides work for several local knitters, fostering a sense of community and preserving handcraft skills.
Cecilie's design approach is intuitive and organic, evolving thoughtfully beyond traditional seasonal cycles. Her enduring pieces blend durability with timeless appeal, embodying a commitment to slow creation and mindful consumption.
Through her work, Cecilie Telle invites us to appreciate the beauty of handmade objects and the human touch inherent in each piece. Her designs serve as a bridge between past and present, tradition and innovation, creating accessories that are beautiful and meaningful.