About Us
Monika grew up in a kitchen that always smelled of cinnamon tea and freshly baked bread. But what she remembers most isn’t the food – it’s her grandmother’s hands. Those gentle, skilful fingers stitched quilts out of old fabric, wove baskets from willow branches, and turned everyday scraps into things of beauty.
As a little girl, Monika would sit cross-legged on the rug, mesmerized by the quiet rhythm of her grandma’s work. Each stitch seemed to carry a story: the picnic blanket sewn from worn dresses, the Christmas ornaments shaped from saved ribbons. “Every piece,” her grandmother would whisper, “holds a memory. Crafting keeps them alive.”
Years later, when Monika moved to London and life became a blur of screens and schedules, she found herself longing for that same sense of calm and meaning. One chilly evening, she unearthed a box of her grandmother’s old buttons and fabric scraps. The moment she held them, it felt as if her grandmother’s voice came back: Create something with love.
That night, Monika began her first handmade journal cover. The hum of needle and thread brought back the warmth of her childhood. Soon, friends and neighbours noticed her unique pieces – woven with memory, brimming with heart.
Today, Monika’s Crafted Memories is more than a small business; it’s a tribute to heritage and connection. Every handmade item she offers – from delicately embroidered tote bags to intricate crafts – is inspired by her grandmother’s timeless artistry. Each piece carries a message: slow down, cherish your roots, and turn life’s simple moments into something lasting.
When you choose Monika’s workshops, you’re not just making a craft – you’re welcoming a story of love and tradition.
