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About us

Lojan produces spinning wheels and looms.

We focus on ease of use, simple assembly, and replaceable parts, so that our products last as long as possible while remaining affordable.

Affordable products with high quality, how do we do it?

We do it together!
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The prototypes are tested by experienced spinners and weavers.

This is how we refine the workability and technique of the products.

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Finish

Our products are delivered with a natural finish.

Finish your spinning wheel in your favorite color, or protect your loom with lacquer, oil or wax.

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Assembly

You assemble your product yourself. This is easy to do with clear instructions.

This way you immediately get to know your new acquisition well.

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Transportation

Because you do the assembly and finishing yourself, production is less expensive, packaging is smaller and transportation costs are lower.

Sociaal ondernemen met de productie

Local helpers

We partner with De Productie. A social enterprise for people where work isn’t a given, but talent always finds a way.

Design process

Jan sketches on a drawing board. Loes elaborates the ideas in 3D, on the computer.

Father and daughter continue tinkering in the workshop, tackling every aspect of the design proces.

From brainstorming to final touches, everything is considered:

  • How does the thread run?
  • Where is the tension?
  • How can it be smoother?
  • Can the assembly be simpler?
  • How small can we pack it?

All these steps refine and improve the spinning wheels and looms.

Long-term vision

Leaving the world a better place for our (grand)children.

We want our products to last as long as possible.

We take care of our belongings and prioritize reuse whenever possible.

 

  • The solid beech and beech plywood is sourced from Europe.
  • The printing paper and folders are made from agricultural waste (paperwise).
  • Most of the machines and furniture are second-hand.
  • Our packaging is made of cardboard, without plastic. 
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Loes en Jan in de werkplaats van Lojan

Lojan consists of Loes and Jan

Jan Louët Feisser designed his first spinning wheel in 1973, the S10.

Loes worked with her father for about 15 years.

Together, they started Lojan in 2023.