We are Sylvana and Loes, creators of Kleine Schobbejak. (schobbejak is Dutch for rascal, but 'jakje' also means 'little coat')

Kleine Schobbejak is a clothing brand born from attention, imagination, and two pairs of hands. Loes and I make the majority of our clothing ourselves, by hand and in small batches. Every piece is given the time it needs, and this shows in the finish, the materials, and the character of each garment.

Since October, we have a physical space where everything comes together: our shop at Voorstraat 215 in Dordrecht. It’s not just a regular store, it’s also our atelier. On the mezzanine, rolls of fabric wait for their next destination, while downstairs we cut, pin, and sew. Visitors can often see us working right there, surrounded by the clothes.

Our inspiration comes from anthroposophy and from storybooks filled with gnomes, flower children, and little magical worlds. That atmosphere is reflected in our designs: wearable clothing with a fairytale twist. Jackets with pointed gnome hats, mushroom caps, vests with nature prints; clothing that invites play, movement, and imagination.

Everything we make is from natural materials, created with love for slow fashion and respect for people and the environment. Our clothing is made to be lived in, worn, repaired, and passed on.

In addition to children’s clothing, we now also create women’s clothing: flowing linen summer dresses, wrap blouses, and warm wool winter coats, all designed with the same softness, timelessness, and care as our children’s collections.

Kleine Schobbejak is small and intentional. No mass production, just a place where clothing is made with care, between fabric, stories, and a touch of magic. 

Syl&Loes