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A Glow of Light and New Perspectives – Thoughts on Maija Lavonen’s Exhibition
I recently visited Maija Lavonen’s exhibition at the Design Museum in Helsinki , and to put it simply, the experience was breathtaking....
ateljeepiccolo
Jun 292 min read


Invisible Women and Visible Men – In the Field of Textile and Handicraft Arts
You know that feeling when a man walks into a yoga class and is instantly offered a guided breathing session, a wool blanket, and...
ateljeepiccolo
Jun 153 min read


Colour Fun – Feelings. warmth and bath ducks.
Colors and warmth to life – "Heavenly Prism" Summer sale in the online store – 20%, Now only 240€. Size: 45 cm x 45 cm I love colors!...
ateljeepiccolo
Jun 84 min read


Entrepreneur's Diary – Now Where's That Camel Again?
Well, well. Looks like I’ve once again performed my magic trick called “Oops, three months vanished.” Spring flew by so fast I could...
ateljeepiccolo
Jun 44 min read


Sunshine and good vibes - Saturday vibes at Wetterhoff House
Wetterhoff’s Historical House – Traditions, Craftsmanship, and Good Vibes In the heart of Hämeenlinna stands the impressive Wetterhoff...
ateljeepiccolo
Mar 92 min read


The Magic of a Frosty Morning and the Warmth of Friendship by the Woolen Thread ❄️💛🧶
This morning, Hämeenlinna was wrapped in a magical frost mist. The haze floating above the lake, the tree branches dressed in frost, and...
ateljeepiccolo
Feb 162 min read


Art Is Everywhere – More Than Just Museums and Galleries
Art isn’t confined to the walls of museums or exhibitions in galleries – it surrounds us every single day. We often forget that artists...
ateljeepiccolo
Jan 262 min read
What Happened to Facebook? And How Tufting Could Save It (and Mark)
Remember when Facebook was a fun place? Back when people shared photos of their brunch plates, and your relatives' political opinions...
ateljeepiccolo
Jan 192 min read


Tufting: Zen of the Dark Season or a Release for Aggression?
The darkness of January feels like an eternal marathon in the fog—it just goes on and on. When you wake up in the morning, it’s dark....
ateljeepiccolo
Jan 122 min read


What can I create out of Finnish wool?
Here's a quick glimpse of three days of work – my favorite wool comes from Pirtin Kehräämö near Mikkeli, and this graphic rya rug was...
ateljeepiccolo
Nov 29, 20241 min read


The Turmoil of Life and the Peace of Yarn
The political climate has been heating up lately like a summer thunderstorm, and social media offers an endless window into people’s...
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Nov 15, 20241 min read


Halloween here we come!
Ah, Halloween and crafts! I decided to tuft myself a themed ghost rug – what could possibly go wrong? Well, as I soon discovered,...
ateljeepiccolo
Oct 17, 20241 min read


The Importance of "Slowing Down" and Gentle Recharging
Morning walk with Naksu in the local Park - Hämeenlinna Monday is just around the corner, and a new week awaits. Before you dive back...
ateljeepiccolo
Oct 6, 20241 min read


Tufting with Passion: Crafting Art with Heart
(Wetterhoff esittely) Absolutely wonderful! After a few quieter weeks, I’ve finally been able to play with the tufting gun again and work...
ateljeepiccolo
Sep 27, 20242 min read


"Not Just Nostalgia from Nana's house – Domestic Wool is the Secret Weapon of the Modern Home"
Domestic Wool in Interior Textiles: Interior textiles, such as rugs and tapestries, significantly impact the look, feel, and comfort of a...
ateljeepiccolo
Sep 23, 20242 min read
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