Finding my path

After graduating from university in Boston with a degree in Finance and Business Administration, I realized I did not want to have anything to do with that field. While I was trying to find myself, I got into cycling. It started off with buying my first track bike Langster. The fixed gear tends do grow on you and before I knew it, my living room was full of bikes and components. I got into collecting track frames from 70s and 80s, like Colnago, Cinelli, Rossin to just name a few. My passion for bikes lead me to designing posters and t-shirts with cycling in mind. I was so inspired with designing, I got enrolled in Graphic Design program at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Fast forward 10 years, I finally got it - engineering and making things with my hands felt like was my calling.

My First project

My first handmade project involved making a bicycle leather saddle from scratch. I researched leather craft extensively. One time, I even baked a small batch of leather bicycle saddle tops, I had personally molded, in my Boston kitchen oven. Then, I got into sewing leather tote bags. I really enjoyed the process of creating designs and making them into real items with my hands. For the first time I realized, it’s amazing to have a hobby you really enjoy. My next thought was - how can I sustain and grow this craft into something more meaningful?

My main focus

My products have been tested by real life users and have been adjusted based on their feedback. Whenever I am designing a new bag, backpack, sling-bag, leather tote or even a pencil roll, my number one goal is to focus on ways to improve product functionality, while addressing user needs. At the same time I aim for minimalistic style, durable fabrics, and most importantly quality craftsmanship and engineering.

setting up in europe

In 2016, I decided to move from Boston to Europe to set up a small studio and reach my dreams of becoming a craftsman. Once in Europe, I spent everyday doing research and learning to turn my ideas into real products. Some of those ideas had been brewing in my head for as long as a decade. Lot of time was spent finding local suppliers, figuring out the tools I needed, studying sewing, and learning how to design and produce products. Finally, in 2018, I was able to develop my first product that was worth showing to the end users.

Need your support

I have so many ideas to implement - I can only do it with your support. Please check out my products and don’t be afraid to give them a chance.