My story
My name is Alina. I knit creatures that don't quite fit anywhere — and I mean that as a compliment.
I grew up surrounded by toys with opinions. My mother brought them to life: a brave doll, a stubborn hamster, a romantic caterpillar. That’s where I learned that every creature has a story.
Later, as a life coach and art therapist, I discovered how comforting a soft toy could be. No judgment, no advice. Just presence. Sometimes that’s enough.
Now I live in Friesland, among water and wide skies. Here, I knit peculiar little characters inspired by fairy tales, quiet mornings, and the colours of old masters’ paintings. Sometimes it feels less like making them and more like finding them in the wool.
Each arrives with a personality of their own and a quiet presence to share.
Soft Coven is where they live. Welcome.
What I make and why
I knit creatures that often go unnoticed: opossums, toads, pigeons, and moths. Each gets a name and a personality — a small companion for your shelf and 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 details are real.
