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.

Our Process

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.

Our Philosophy

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.

About Cecilie Telle

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.

A short film by Can Köroğlu

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Can Köroglu (Camera, Edit, Music) Ali Kivanç Güldürür (Sound Recordist), HannahOwen (Production Assistant), Edie Telle Nakata (Art Direction)

Important Update for Our USA Customers

We would like to inform you of an upcoming change that may affect your future orders.

Until now, we have been able to ship products to our customers in the United States under the De Minimis rule, which allowed goods valued at $800 or less to enter the country duty-free.

However, effective August 29, 2025, the U.S. government will suspend the De Minimis exemption as part of a series of Executive Orders imposing additional tariffs on all imported goods.

What this means for you:
Starting August 29, 2025, all U.S. orders—regardless of value—may be subject to import duties, tariffs, and courier handling fees upon delivery.

We understand this is frustrating, and we are truly sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Unfortunately, these changes are beyond our control. We remain committed to transparency and will continue to do our best to minimize the impact on our valued customers.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.