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About Alona

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My name is Alona, and I am the founder of Stitchog Studio.

 

I was born in Ukraine and now live and study in Cardiff, UK.

 

At university, I study Artist Designer Maker, which gives me the freedom to explore my own style and combine art, design, and craft.

 

I started with small ideas.

 

At first, I made dolls and sold them on Etsy. Then came fabric baskets and bags.

 

My next step was creating DIY craft kits for those who love handmade and want to create with their own hands.

 

Stitchog Studio is more than just a shop. It is a place where I share inspiration, DIY kits, art pieces, and my journey of growth.

 

Thank you for visiting and taking the time to read my story!

🌍 The Stitchog Studio Difference: Where Two Cultures Create Magic

​A Personal Journey from Ukraine to Wales

Our founder's journey from Ukraine to the Welsh valleys brought together two rich textile traditions that share surprising connections. Both cultures value handcrafted beauty, connection to nature, and the importance of preserving heritage through making. This unique cultural fusion creates designs that feel both familiar and refreshingly original.

Healing Through Making

Born from a personal journey through depression and stress, Stitchog Studio understands the therapeutic power of creative work. Every kit is designed not just to create beautiful objects, but to provide moments of peace, accomplishment, and joy in busy modern life.

Progressive Learning Philosophy

We believe in growing with our makers. Start with a simple fabric art kit, progress to slow stitching, try your hand at quick projects – each step builds skills and confidence. Many customers begin as complete beginners and develop into accomplished textile artists through our carefully designed progression system.

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🎯 Choose Your Creative Adventure
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New to Crafting?

Start with our Fabric Art Kits – no experience needed, beautiful results guaranteed, and the perfect introduction to working with fabric and color.

Seeking Stress Relief?

Our Slow Stitching Kits offer meditative, mindful making that naturally calms busy minds and provides a peaceful escape from daily pressures.

Want Quick Satisfaction?

Quick Stitch Projects deliver the joy of completion in just one or two sessions – perfect for busy schedules and instant gratification.

Building Skills?

Follow our progression pathway: start simple, build confidence, learn techniques, and develop into the textile artist you never knew you could be.

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm

​​Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm

​Sunday: off

Come Visit

Address: Fairwater Workshops, Unit 5,  Norbury Rd, Cardiff CF5 3BG, UK

email: send message 

© 2025 by Alona Nesterenko.

Stitchog Studio is a trading name of Inspirations by Alona Ltd. 
Registered in England and Wales. Company No. 15258746 

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