Tyumen designer creates tiny jackets and hoodies for mini dogs
Once a certified designer, Elena Matvienko used to dress people, sewing custom everyday and festive wardrobe items. But 12 years ago, with the arrival of her first dog, a Yorkshire terrier named Audrey, she tried making jackets, coats, and hats for her beloved pet. This marked the beginning of her journey towards her own brand of clothing for miniature dogs, though Elena didn«t know it at the time.
‘In the morning, we wake up, go for a walk, wash paws, have breakfast — and get to work. I don«t have a set number of working hours per day: I work on inspiration. I always tell all my buyers and customers that I sew always in a good mood, meaning it»s not some forced story. Only with inspiration and love for pets,’ our interviewee admits.
For more details, check out the full interview, but for a brief overview of the essentials — watch this video.
By the way, we«ve also shared stories about other unusual hobbies of Tyumen residents. For example:
Lyuda the city dweller and Andryushka the programmer: how a family creates toys inspired by their favorite district of Tyumen.
Your VAVASHA: how a Tyumen engineer left the factory and created her own clothing brand with a Russian soul.
Not only grandmothers knit! How a Tyumen woman quit her beloved job to create designer bags and sweaters.
