Made in Oslo
Local Production in Grünerløkka, Oslo
Does it have to be that those who make your clothes are poorly paid, hidden away, and forgotten? What if we instead got to know the people and craftsmanship behind the products? Stop by our Microfactory, say hello to the person making your clothes, and see how the product is created. Maybe you'll value a product more when you know who made it? Maybe you'll take better care of it?
We think so. That’s why we make some of our products right here in our own neighborhood.
Meet Mansoureh – aka Mina
Mina sews all of our products in the Microfactory. Back in her home country of Iran, she made military uniforms for the regime. After fleeing to Norway in 2014, she had to find a new job in her new country. That’s often easier said than done for refugees, even with strong professional skills. Luckily, she met the team behind Sisters in Business, and the rest is history. Stop by and say hello if you're in the neighborhood!
Is local production important?
Mamma mia, is it ever! Think about the environmental benefits, fair wages, product quality, transparency, innovation, product variety, and preparedness. Perhaps our favorite argument: if your product needs repair, the same person (that’s Mina) who made it will be the one to fix it. That means better repairs, and even more importantly, she can quickly spot potential improvements in production.
Still not convinced? Check out this.
Textiles
In clothing production, it’s very common for textiles to go unused. These materials are often discarded and wasted.
We want to create a system where these raw materials get a second life and are transformed into Northern Playground products. Traditional production methods aren't set up for small-scale operations, but local production is perfect for small batches and enables the revival of unused textiles.
Products from these types of projects are highly limited editions and depend on the materials we find. Therefore, the products will vary in color, material, and quantity. Of course, we maintain the same high standards for quality, design, and functionality as we do with everything else.
Doesn't Production in Oslo Cost Too Much?
Well, it’s definitely more expensive than in low-cost countries. We sell our products directly to you without intermediaries, without discounts, and we never produce more than we sell. This way, both we and the seamstresses can earn enough to make it a "good business." Yes, it costs a bit more. We hope you think it’s worth it.
