Klippan Yllefabrik

What Klippan Yllefabrik does

Klippan Yllefabrik is a fifth-generation, family-owned Swedish textile manufacturer founded in 1879 in Klippan, Sweden, currently led by fifth-generation Magnusson family members Pernilla Roos (product developer) and Petter Magnusson (financial manager), with fourth-generation owner Gösta Magnusson retaining responsibility for wool sourcing and traceability. The company operates as part of Klippan Textil Group alongside its wholly-owned manufacturing subsidiary Klippan-Saule, an Oeko-Tex certified spinning and weaving mill in Riga, Latvia, acquired in 1997, where all blanket and throw production takes place. The core technology stack is a fully vertically integrated in-house textile pipeline covering wool sourcing (including New Zealand lamb's wool via the Wool Integrity NZ program and locally produced Swedish wool with farm-level traceability), carding, spinning, dyeing, warping, weaving, and brushing, supplemented by specialized capabilities in jacquard weaving and hand-felting.

The product portfolio centers on wool blankets (Ullfiltar), cotton blankets (Bomullsfiltar), and wool throws (Ullplädar), with a Premium Selection line of merino and cashmere blend throws (e.g., Hugo, Arcadia, Lucas, Irregular Stripes) priced from €126 to €264, alongside a broad home textile assortment including cushion covers, kitchen textiles, table-setting products, fabrics by the metre, kids' blankets and room accessories (including Moomin-licensed items), and seasonal hand-felted Christmas decorations. Pricing spans from €4.30 for dishcloths up to €264 for premium throws, with no subscription model, all one-time purchases.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid go-to-market model: direct-to-consumer sales via the proprietary klippanyllefabrik.com e-commerce storefront with EU-wide delivery, wholesale to a network of 600+ Swedish home interior and department store retailers supported by a B2B dealer portal, export distribution to approximately 30 countries across the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania (representing roughly 50% of total revenue), and a factory store in Klippan, Sweden, offering both regular assortment and outlet products. The annual production capacity of approximately 600,000 plaids corresponds to wool sourced from approximately 300,000 sheep, and the customer base spans home interior consumers, B2B retailers, and parents seeking organic children's textiles.

Name

Klippan Yllefabrik

Legal name

Klippan Yllefabrik Aktiebolag

Website

https://klippanyllefabrik.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1879

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Klippan Yllefabrik is a fifth-generation, family-owned Swedish textile manufacturer founded in 1879 that produces wool blankets, throws, and natural-material home textiles via its Oeko-Tex certified factory in Riga, Latvia, selling through DTC e-commerce, 600+ Swedish retailers, and distributors in approximately 30 countries, with exports representing roughly half of revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Home Textiles

NAICS

Curtain and Linen Mills (31412), Apparel Manufacturing (315)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Textile Mill Products (2200)

akta.pro primary industry

Decorative & Soft Furnishings Manufacturing (Cushion Covers/Throws/Quilts) (IMAOAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Scarves/Shawls/Winter Neckwear Manufacturing (IMAOAFAD), Textiles, Fabrics, Trims & Components Suppliers (CRAAAAAL)

Keywords

• Wool blanket manufacturing
• Natural home textiles
• Wool throws production
• Swedish textile heritage
• Wholesale textile distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Klippan

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct product sales (B2C): One-time purchase model for blankets, throws, and home textiles sold directly to consumers through the company webshop. Products include wool blankets, cotton blankets, throws, cushion covers, kitchen textiles, and accessories.
2. Wholesale/B2B sales: Sales to over 600 retailers across Sweden and international distributors. Products sold wholesale to home interior retailers, department stores, and specialty textile shops.
3. Factory store retail: Retail sales from the company-owned factory store in Klippan, offering both regular range and outlet/secondary sorting products at discounted prices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Klippan Yllefabrik designs and manufactures wool blankets, wool throws, cotton blankets, and complementary home textile products (kitchen textiles, cushion covers, scarves, felted bags, seat pads, Christmas decorations) from 100% natural materials in its own Oeko-Tex certified factory in Riga, Latvia. Approximately 600,000 plaids are produced annually, distributed via the company's e-commerce webshop, factory store, and a wholesale dealer network of 600+ retailers in Sweden plus international distributors.

Product overview

Klippan Yllefabrik is a Swedish textile manufacturer founded in 1879, producing blankets, throws, and home textiles from 100% natural materials. The core product lines include wool blankets (Ullfiltar) and wool throws (Ullplädar), alongside cotton blankets, kitchen textiles (aprons, towels, dishcloths), table setting products (placemats, napkins, trays), cushion covers, fabrics by the metre, and kids' products. A Premium Selection line offers luxury throws using merino and cashmere blends. The company operates its own factory in Riga, Latvia, and collaborates with Scandinavian designers including Akira Minagawa, Anna Handell, Anna & Finn, and Bengt & Lotta. New partnerships include collaborations with Röyk (Sarv limited edition throw) and Maxjenny. All manufacturing processes—from raw material purchase through spinning, dyeing, weaving, and finishing—are conducted in-house for full traceability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Klippan: Main brand for blankets, throws, and home textiles made from natural materials
• Klippan-Saule

Products and services

• Wool Blankets (Ullfiltar) Double-layered 100% lamb's wool blankets (including organic lamb's wool options) made with jacquard weaving technique that produces mirrored patterns when turned over; available in wildlife, nature, and graphic designs for residential home use.
• Cotton Blankets (Bomullsfiltar) Lightweight 100% cotton blankets suitable for warm summer nights, allergy-friendly environments, and babies; breathable and easy to wash.
• Wool Throws (Ullplädar) Airy wool throws with visible warp and fringes, originating from Scottish tradition, made from lamb's wool with options including merino, cashmere, Gotland, recycled, and organic wool; softer and less tightly woven than blankets.
• Premium Selection Throws Luxury throws woven on thinner, finer yarn spun from merino wool blended with lamb's wool or merino wool blended with cashmere; includes products such as Hugo, Arcadia, Lucas, Angle, Fruit, and Irregular Stripes.
• Interior Decoration Textiles Home textiles including cushion covers in wool, cotton, and linen; throws; and decorative items featuring Scandinavian designer patterns inspired by Swedish flora and nature.
• Kitchen Textiles Kitchen accessories including aprons, kitchen towels, pot holders, oven gloves, dishcloths, and table runners made from cotton, linen, and cotton-linen blends with designer patterns.
• Table Setting Products Table linens including table runners, table mats (placemats), napkins, trays, pot mats, and eucalyptus fibre tablets with Swedish designer patterns for everyday and festive use.
• Cushion Covers Cushion covers in wool, cotton, and linen materials; wool versions use lamb's wool for softness and elasticity; cotton and linen options feature printed patterns and stone-washed finishes.
• Fabrics by the Metre Printed cotton fabrics sold by the metre featuring designer patterns, plus wool fabrics in plain colors rolled/felted for durability; suitable for home sewing projects, curtains, cushions, and tablecloths.
• Kids Blankets and Throws Children's blankets and throws in organic wool and cotton featuring playful patterns inspired by fables, animals, and nature; includes Moomin collaborations and organic materials safe for babies.
• Kids Room Accessories Children's room items including hand-felted mobiles in 100% wool, felt baskets, and seat pads featuring animal and nature-inspired designs.
• Wool Scarves Generously sized merino wool scarves that are soft and comfortable without itching; feature fringes and are available in various colors and discreet patterns.
• Felted Bags and Purses Hand-felted 100% wool accessories featuring Moomin Valley characters and playful animal/nature designs; includes purses with practical zippers and larger felted bags.
• Seat Pads Double-woven wool seat pads using jacquard technique producing mirrored patterns; keep users warm and dry outdoors with moisture-resistant properties.
• Christmas Decorations Hand-felted Christmas ornaments in 100% wool shaped into animals including squirrels, foxes, owls, horses, and reindeer; includes Christmas pot coasters and tree decorations.
• Swedish Wool Products Products made from locally produced Swedish wool with full traceability from farms in southern Sweden; wool is natural with no chemical additives.
• Sarv - Limited Edition Throw (Klippan x Röyk) Limited edition wool blanket produced in collaboration with Röyk designer; only 200 copies made, making it a collectible designer textile piece.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Klippan-SaulecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1997Spinning and weaving mill in Latvia acquired by Klippan Yllefabrik in 1997. Now operates as the company's main manufacturing facility for blankets and throws, producing approximately 600,000 plaids annually.
• RöykminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLimited edition collaboration producing 200 copies of the Sarv blanket, a unique wool blanket created in partnership with Röyk designer.
• MaxjennyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration featuring colourful textile artworks by Maxjenny, creating unique design pieces.
• West Coast Wool Collection (Calle & Charlotte)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwedish wool suppliers providing locally produced wool from farms throughout southern Sweden with full traceability to individual farms.
• William MorrisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLicensed collaboration featuring iconic William Morris floral artwork on blankets and throws, decorated with classic botanical patterns.
• Wool Integrity NZ ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplier program for New Zealand lamb's wool that guarantees animal welfare standards including ban on mulesing, environmental sustainability, full traceability to individual sheep farms, and wool quality standards.
• Swedish Sheep Shearing MasterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Swedish master sheep shearers for sourcing and sorting locally produced Swedish wool to meet special quality specifications.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sferra: US-based luxury home textiles brand producing fine linens, throws, and blankets. Comparable premium positioning in home textiles with strong wholesale and DTC distribution.
• Cawö: German home textile manufacturer producing jacquard-woven towels, blankets, and bath products. Comparable in jacquard weaving technique and broad European home textile distribution.

Direct peers

• Johnstons of Elgin: Scottish heritage cashmere and wool manufacturer producing blankets, throws, scarves, and home textiles from its own mills. Direct peer in vertical integration, natural fibers, and luxury positioning.
• Pendleton Woolen Mills: Heritage American wool blanket and throw manufacturer with multi-generational brand equity, in-house wool sourcing, and broad DTC and B2B wholesale distribution. Highly comparable in product, heritage positioning, and scale.
• Faribault Woolen Mill: American heritage woolen mill producing blankets, throws, and home textiles from natural fibers with in-house manufacturing. Comparable vertically integrated wool blanket maker with strong wholesale and DTC channels.
• Biederlack: German family-owned manufacturer of wool and cotton blankets and throws with global wholesale distribution. Comparable European wool throw/blanket specialist with established retail networks.
• Lapuan Kankurit: Finnish family-run jacquard weaving mill producing wool blankets, throws, and home textiles from natural materials. Direct Nordic peer with comparable craft heritage, wool focus, and design-led product line.
• Brahms Mount: US-based maker of wool and cotton blankets and throws using natural fibers, with strong premium positioning. Comparable craft-led wool home textile specialist serving both retail and wholesale.

Regional players

• Linum Design: Swedish design home textile company producing cushions, table linens, and accessories with designer collaborations. Adjacent Scandinavian design-led home textile brand with similar Swedish retail presence.
• Design House Stockholm: Scandinavian design house curating and distributing premium home textiles and lifestyle products. Comparable Swedish/Scandinavian design-led positioning and designer collaboration model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/klippanyllefabrik
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/klippan-yllefabrik-ab

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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