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Lapuan Kankurit

Lapuan Kankurit, Weavers
Lapua, Finland
Lapuan Kankurit is a renowned, family-owned Finnish weaving mill known for its fully traceable natural materials, high-class jacquard linen and wool textiles, and strong commitment to sustainable, human-scale Nordic craftsmanship. Every raw material used (primarily premium linen and wool) can be fully traced back to its origin. Lapuan Kankurit specialise in intricate jacquard-woven patterns, blending traditional master craftsmanship with modern industrial weaving innovations. Their textiles — ranging from sauna and kitchen collections to blankets — are engineered to endure for decades, actively standing against throwaway consumer culture. They frequently partner with top contemporary designers and institutions (such as Aalto University and The National Museum of Finland) to keep Nordic weaving heritage fresh and modern.
In 1917 Juho Annala (the maternal great-grandfather of the current incumbent) founded a felt boot and slipper factory by the rapids in Lapua, Finland, during the year of Finland's independence. During the 1930s the founder's family acquired their first industrial weaving machines, producing wool army blankets and early jacquard fabrics. In 1973 third-generation weaver Juha Hjelt and his wife Liisa established a specialised weaving mill, naming it Lapuan Kankurit (meaning "Weavers of Lapua") to focus on high-end patterned fabrics rather than cheap mass production. In 1999 the fourth-generation family members Esko and Jaana Hjelt took over at the helm, transforming the local mill into an internationally recognised brand, with the fifth generation joining in the mid-2020s.
Weaving in linen, tencel and wool, Lapuan Kankurit create timeless, beautiful weaves, for every season, pieces to use every day and treasure for life.

Further Information

Laundered Linen

Linen textiles that are not pre-washed will be stiff and crisp when brand new — this is often a marker of the high quality of the fibres being intact, long, and untreated. After each use and wash, linen becomes softer and more absorbent over time, improving its quality and utility. It is often recommended to wash your linen before first use, to enhance absorbency. Shrinkage will occur after first use in linen that is not pre-washed, normally of around 5%.

Caring for Tencel

When caring for tencel, you must wash the item on a delicate cycle at either 40°C or 60°C in plenty of water; avoid using softener and bleach. When the cycle has finished, reshape the item while it’s still damp. Please note that linen fibres may come off the product during the wash, and the colour of natural linen will become lighter with washing. Do not use a tumble dryer.

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Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave dishcloth with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a ver..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
Washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached, measuring 25cm x 32cm. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Tencel is a material made from pure wood pulp, with a..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A washed 39% linen, 43% Tencel and 18% cotton ultra-absorbent textured weave kitchen towel with a cotton hanging loop attached. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 48cm x 70cm, a beautiful general purpose kitchen towel. Tencel i..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A double faced, weighty, 100% washed linen kitchen towel, with a cotton hanging loop. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. This fourth-generation weaving family has been creating its beautiful linen fabrics for over 45 years. Set up initia..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A double faced, weighty, 100% washed linen kitchen towel, with a cotton hanging loop. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. This fourth-generation weaving family has been creating its beautiful linen fabrics for over 45 years. Set up initia..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A double faced, weighty, 100% washed linen kitchen towel, with a cotton hanging loop. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. This fourth-generation weaving family has been creating its beautiful linen fabrics for over 45 years. Set up initia..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
A 100% linen towel or napkin, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in western Finland. In natural, un-dyed linen, woven together with a muted, earthy bronze, this classic napkin will work equally well as part of a formal table setting, or as an everyday, relaxed backdrop to home dining, and c..
£11.00
Ex Tax:£9.17
A 100% washed linen napkin, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. 
In a beautiful undyed linen, this classic napkin will 
work equally well as part of a formal table setting, or as an everyday, relaxed backdrop to home dining. Lapuan Kankurit, ..
£14.50
Ex Tax:£12.08
A 100% washed linen napkin adorned with a decorative stripe woven from a thicker, plied yarn. Woven in Lapua, Finland, at the workshops of Lapuan Kankurit, run by a fourth generation weaving family and a mill initially set up by husband and wife Juha and Liisa Hjelt, but now run by their son Esko an..
£15.50
Ex Tax:£12.92
A 100% linen placemat, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. 
In a beautiful natural linen with woven in border, this placemat will 
work equally well as part of a formal table setting, or as an everyday, relaxed backdrop to home dining — with ..
£12.50
Ex Tax:£10.42
A 100% washed linen placemat, woven in Lapua, Finland, at the workshops of Lapuan Kankurit, run by a fourth generation weaving family and a mill initially set up by husband and wife Juha and Liisa Hjelt, but now run by their son Esko and his wife Jaana. The linen is Masters of Linen Certified, of fl..
£22.00
Ex Tax:£18.33
A 100% 'European Masters of Linen’ linen, herringbone weave table runner, measuring 43cm x 150cm. A timeless classic, this Scandinavian natural and white runner will create a beautiful centrepiece for any table. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western..
£39.00
Ex Tax:£32.50
A 100% 'European Masters of Linen’ linen, herringbone weave table runner, measuring 43cm x 150cm. A timeless classic, this Scandinavian natural and black runner will create a beautiful centrepiece for any table. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western..
£39.00
Ex Tax:£32.50
A 100% 'European Masters of Linen’ linen, herringbone weave table runner, measuring 43cm x 150cm. A timeless classic, this Scandinavian blue and white runner will create a beautiful centrepiece for any table. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Fi..
£39.00
Ex Tax:£32.50
A generously sized, 100% linen table cloth, with a beautiful texture in a classic colour, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in western Finland. In natural, un-dyed linen, woven together with a muted, earthy, bronze, this classically simple table cloth will work equally well as part of a fo..
£132.00
Ex Tax:£110.00
A generously sized, 100% linen table cloth, with a beautiful texture in a classic colour, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in western Finland. In natural, un-dyed linen, woven together with a muted white, this classically simple table cloth will work equally well as part of a formal table..
£132.00
Ex Tax:£110.00
A soft, washed linen table cloth or pièce de lin featuring pretty jacquard-woven sprigs of marjoram — perfect for use as a tablecloth, bedspread (especially on hot summer nights) or throw. Linen is a natural fibre made from flax, in this case, sustainably grown in central Europe without artificial i..
£150.00
Ex Tax:£125.00
100% linen table cloth, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. In natural, un-dyed linen, with woven-in stripes in dyed olive, this classic table cloth will work equally well as part of a formal table setting, or as an everyday, relaxed backdrop..
£147.00
Ex Tax:£122.50
100% linen table cloth, from the master weavers of Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. In natural, un-dyed linen, with woven-in stripes in a sunny yellow, this classic table cloth will work equally well as part of a formal table setting, or as an everyday, relaxed back..
£147.00
Ex Tax:£122.50
A square linen cloth, intended for use as a decorative tablecloth or centrepiece, in a reversible damask design created by Dora Jung in 1961. Dora Jung (1906–1980) was a Finnish textile artist, craftswoman, and industrial designer, well known for reforming the method for ‘damask’ weaving. Looks beau..
£25.00
Ex Tax:£20.83
A generously sized 100% washed linen tablecloth adorned with a decorative stripe woven from a thicker, plied yarn. Woven in Lapua, Finland, at the workshops of Lapuan Kankurit, run by a fourth generation weaving family and a mill initially set up by husband and wife Juha and Liisa Hjelt, but now run..
£135.00
Ex Tax:£112.50
A two litre rubber hot water bottle enclosed in a  cover made of local Finnsheep wool, blended and woven with certified Wool Integrity NZ fibre in a classic, understated and subtle chevron pattern, for those times when what is needed is a curl-up on the sofa with a hot drink, a warm throw and s..
£42.00
Ex Tax:£35.00
A two litre, German made hot water bottle with a pure new wool cover, woven in Lapua, Finland in the workshops of Lapuan Kankurit, a fourth generation weavers founded  by husband and wife Juha and Liisa Hjelt, and now run by their son Esko and his wife Jaana. Whilst the raw wool comes from New ..
£42.00
Ex Tax:£35.00
A soft and comforting woollen hot water bottle for the colder evenings, this is a two litre rubber hot water bottle enclosed in a cover made of 100% pure new wool, woven in Finland from EU spun wool of New Zealand and South American origin. The name 'Saimaannorppa' is Finnish for 'Saimaa Ringed Seal..
£44.00
Ex Tax:£36.67
A two litre hot water bottle enclosed within a high quality South American wool cover, woven in a classic, understated grey and white diamond pattern, for those times when what is needed is a curl-up on the sofa with a hot drink, a warm throw and something good to read. Made in Finland and Estonia. ..
£42.00
Ex Tax:£35.00
An intricately woven blanket or throw, with a textural weave combining three colours of yarn to create a lightweight, yet warm throw with a beautiful drape. Woven from 100% pure new wool blanket in a bold grey and rainy blue geometric pattern, this beautiful throw is designed by one of Lapuan Kankur..
£142.00
Ex Tax:£118.33
A soft and warm blanket or throw, with a twill-like weave in white, grey, and cinnamon stripes inspired by the open landscapes of Ostrobothnia — where Lapuan Kankurit's weaving mill is located. Skilfully woven in 100% pure new wool, this blanket is finished with natural white twisted fringes. The ya..
£108.00
Ex Tax:£90.00
A soft and warm blanket or throw, with a twill-like weave in white, grey, and olive green stripes inspired by the open landscapes of Ostrobothnia — where Lapuan Kankurit's weaving mill is located. Skilfully woven in 100% pure new wool, this blanket is finished with natural white twisted fringes. The..
£108.00
Ex Tax:£90.00
A 100% washed linen cushion cover with narrow stripes and a natural linen base colour. Perfect for throwing on the couch, or other lounges. Flax used in the manufacturing is sustainably grown in central Europe without artificial irrigation. Designed by Elina Helenius — a Helsinki based textile artis..
£42.50
Ex Tax:£35.42
A cushion cover of local Finnsheep wool, blended and woven with certified Wool Integrity NZ fibre in a classic, understated and subtle chevron pattern, for those times when what is needed is a curl-up on the sofa with a hot drink, a warm throw and something good to read. All yarns are spun as well a..
£69.00
Ex Tax:£57.50
An ethereally lightweight, square shaped scarf woven from 100% European Masters of Linen quality washed long staple linen, measuring 70cm x 70cm (plus fringes). Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland — a fourth-generation weaving family, who ..
£32.50
Ex Tax:£27.08
An ethereally lightweight, square shaped scarf woven from 100% European Masters of Linen quality washed long staple linen, measuring 70cm x 70cm (plus fringes). Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland — a fourth-generation weaving family, who ..
£32.50
Ex Tax:£27.08
An ethereally lightweight, square shaped scarf woven from 100% European Masters of Linen quality washed long staple linen, measuring 70cm x 70cm (plus fringes). Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland — a fourth-generation weaving family, who ..
£32.50
Ex Tax:£27.08
A bar of Finnish-made natural soap, made by hand in small batches, using peat from the heart of Finnish forests. This rich and gentle soap nourishes and smooths the skin thanks to its blend of peat, a bit of eucalyptus oil, patchouli, coconut oil, and rapeseed oil. Responsibly manufactured in Finlan..
£13.50
Ex Tax:£11.25
This small pouch bag with draw string is perfect for storing small items such as makeup, travel soaps, or tiny belongings that so often get lost within a large bag. As these small bags are made from 100% washed linen surplus fabric, each one will be entirely unique regarding its colour and pattern, ..
£11.00
Ex Tax:£9.17
A 55% linen, 32% cotton and 13% tencel dark grey soap scrub, with hand strap, made from leftover fabrics, to minimise waste. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 10cm x 15cm, this scrub is great for gently exfoliating your skin a..
£12.00
Ex Tax:£10.00
A 70% linen, 30% cotton natural light grey soap scrub, with hand strap, made from leftover fabrics, to minimise waste. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 10cm x 15cm, this scrub is great for gently exfoliating your skin as you ..
£12.00
Ex Tax:£10.00
70% linen, 30% cotton loop-woven friction back scrub with cotton holding loops attached either end, for use in the bath or shower — the firm loop weave has an invigorating effect on the skin. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Lapuan Kan..
£23.50
Ex Tax:£19.58
70% linen, 30% cotton loop-woven friction mitt with a cotton hanging loop attached, for use in the bath or shower — the firm loop weave has an invigorating effect on the skin. Woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Lapuan Kankurit, a fourth-..
£16.00
Ex Tax:£13.33
A circular cosmetic sponge, with hand strap on the reverse, made from loop- and flat-woven 70% linen and 30% cotton terry fabric, woven by the master weavers at Lapuan Kankurit, in the Ostrobothnian district of western Finland. Measuring 15cm in diameter, this sponge is great for gently exfoliating ..
£13.00
Ex Tax:£10.83
A lightweight, quick-drying hand towel made from 100% linen with narrow stripes woven in. Linen is a naturally absorbent, soft and sustainable material that is perfect for use in the bathroom, post-swimming, or even in the sauna. Flax used in the manufacturing is sustainably grown in central Europe ..
£20.00
Ex Tax:£16.67
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