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My name is Alina. I knit creatures that don't quite fit anywhere — and I mean that as a compliment.
Growing up, my mother pulled me into a world of characters with opinions. We had a brave doll, a stubborn hamster, a romantic caterpillar. They weren't just toys — they were company. I ended up in Friesland, with its flat light and quiet winters, and somehow that's where all these creatures started appearing.
What I make and why
I knit mostly on needles, very rarely with hooks — which means every piece takes longer and looks different. I'm drawn to creatures that don't usually get the spotlight: opossums, toads, pigeons, moths. The ones people overlook. The ones with something to say.
Each creature gets a name and a hint of personality. They're not toys for playing with — they're small companions for living with. The kind of thing you put on a shelf and occasionally glance at when you need a reminder that being a little odd is fine.
What I make and why
I knit mostly on needles, very rarely with hooks — which means every piece takes longer and looks different. I'm drawn to creatures that don't usually get the spotlight: opossums, toads, pigeons, and moths. The ones people overlook. The ones with something to say.
Each creature gets a name and a hint of personality. They're not toys for playing with — they're small companions for living with. The kind of thing you put on a shelf and occasionally glance at when you need a reminder that being a little odd is fine.
Made slowly, made once
Every piece is made by hand, by me, in my studio in Friesland. No batches, no duplicates. When something sells, it's gone — and the next one will be a little different anyway.
I use quality yarns chosen for feel and texture. The eyes are glass. The details are real.