WHO . HOW . WHY
WHO I AM
I am a Maker. I make images in my imagination, then I make these images into sketches, the sketches I turn into patterns and the patterns into beautiful objects. What drives me is the restless desire for creation. My resources for fulfilling it are fantasy, experimentation and passion for what I do. Constant generation and exploration of ideas. Being critical of my work and aspiring for perfection. I am in a never-ending quest for improvement. Also I am a painter and sometimes the creative vision of a painting gets intertwined with a vision of a bag or an accessory and that is really fun! I am a mom of two wonderful boys and this is my most important and profound role.
HOW IT'S MADE
The creative process is pretty universal: conceive an idea, carry it until it matures, then it's delivery time, which is usually the most challenging part of the process. Lots of effort goes into bringing to life your little project, and then Ta-Da It's ready, it's here and you are super happy!
All my products are handcrafted by me in my little workshop on Long Island NY, using only the finest materials. Leather from tanneries in Tuscany made according to a centuries-old Italian artisan tradition is combined with exceptional hardware to create timeless, rare and fascinating pieces. With love and regard for craftsmanship, I make small and limited quantities of truly unique leather accessories.
WHY I DO IT
The main purpose is to create one of a kind, beautiful products of the highest quality, while striving for a positive and meaningful impact on the World we live in. My vision is to work sustainably, with respect for the environment and the people. To do that I source responsibly and I follow environmentally conscious and ethical approach for operating my workshop. Today the majority of my products are made of Vegetable Tanned Leather, this type of leather is treated using entirely organic materials like tree bark and other plant.
I also believe that today we are living in a world where a shift towards more ethical market is possible. Embracing Slow Fashion can change the way we consume and produce, making it more conscious, fair, responsible and environmentally friendly, and I want to be a part of that change.
