Lotta Jansdotter has been creating simple yet luxurious housewares and clothing for over 10 years. Starting her business by silk-screening pillowcases in her cramped apartment, Jansdotter’s wares are now sold internationally. She was a gracious host as she gave us a tour of her studio and spoke about how she got her start as an artisan and businesswoman. Lotta has built her business up to the point where many Etsians would like to be: she’s making a living from what she makes while remaining in creative control of her products. We thought it would be interesting to hear her story.
Further Resources:
Lotta Jansdotter’s studio is now open to the public on Saturdays, see www.jansdotter.com for details.
14 comments
Sign in to add your ownnancygamon says:
I love Lotta Jansdotter! I just finished reading her book. It is beautiful and inspiring.
4 years ago
menta says:
I love her! She's such a great inspiration,
4 years ago
nydampress says:
What a treat to see this interview in the video format!! She is a class act. Simply wonderful.
4 years ago
StrikingGlass says:
Hey this was really a surprise to find on Etsy since I've been noticing Lotta Jansdotter's work a lot recently. I love the clean simplicity and color selection of Lotta's designs. Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us on Etsy.
4 years ago
Vanessa says:
I think it's so Brooklyn of her to have her studio/shop set up in an apartment!
4 years ago
michelemaule says:
I love Lotta. I just got her sewing book, and I have been using it to teach myself to sew. The instructions are so easy and simple, and I have been making a lot of things. Does anyone know when her fabric will be available to buy online?
4 years ago
waltersbeads says:
interesting fabrics
3 years ago
BULUBAGS says:
Incredible work I love everything she does I found out about Lotta in the article written on her in Home Companion magazine and have been hooked since!
3 years ago
sineminugur says:
I love Lotta Jansdotter.
2 years ago
SarahMadsen says:
very inspirin gand beautiful work. Especially as I'm currently putting together my Jewellery bench ,building my tools up etc. Love this work!!
2 years ago
LondonParticulars says:
What is the name of her book, the picture is really fuzzy?
2 years ago
OwlandSlipper says:
A truly inspiring artist and designer - with a great story to tell !
2 years ago
AmyMadden says:
Great video- very inspiring!
1 year ago