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Felt culture

Are you dreaming of authentic felt products? In Himos-Jämsä, you’ll find factory shops offering high-quality and unique felt items. The area is known as a traditional felt town, home to a significant concentration of felt industry. Jämsä boasts two of Finland’s most renowned felt factories, J. Alho Felt Factory and Lahtinen Felt Company, which produce famous felt footwear and other felt products. The felt shops offer a diverse range of authentic felt boots and indoor shoes, beautiful interior items, as well as bags and jewelry. Take a tour of the world of felt and discover wonderful felt treasures for your home!

 

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J.Alho

J.Alho Felt Factory

J. Alho Felt Factory in Jämsä offers a unique glimpse into nearly 100 years of felt product making. This historic factory, operating on the same site since 1927, still handcrafts high-quality felt slippers from sheep’s wool. Easily accessible, J. Alho Felt Factory, with its shop and café, invites visitors to enjoy homemade treats and explore the rich history of Finnish craftsmanship in a setting you won’t experience anywhere else.

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Lahtiset

Lahtiset

Lahtinen Felt Factory embodies the tradition of Finnish craftsmanship and environmental responsibility. Each product is handmade, with an emphasis on timeless design and durability. From sheep farming to the final product, every step is carefully managed to maintain top quality, a practice upheld for over 100 years. Lahtinen Felt Factory is committed to sustainable production processes that minimize environmental impact and encourages consumers to make eco-friendly choices.

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