Nyoki Handmade
label is inspired by a mother and daughter duo that combine
each of their talents to create exquisite handmade greeting cards and
gifts with love and care.
Inspiration came from the childhood. We come from Kosovo and handmade
crafting is a tradition. We were raised mostly with handmade clothes
and our homes were decorated mostly with things made by ourselves. I
learned crafting from my mum; my mum learned it from her mum, grandma
learned it from hers and my daughter who is only 3 and half is learning
it from me. It is something that we pass on - so we thought why not
pass it as a gift to someone that we don't know. So this is how we gave
birth to NYOKI.
Handmade; our style
is eclectic, a combination of vintage, traditional with modern. Traditional
details and crafting methods are used to create our contemporary items.
Our clothes, including accessories and cards, are all handmade using
the highest quality natural, organic and eco-friendly materials and
come in a wealth of beautiful and natural colors. What makes them special
is that every design has the nostalgic feel of days gone by.
Our products are designed in London and handmade in both the UK and Kosovo.
Nyoki works closely with job creation programs in Kosovo, giving female
survivors of the Kosovo war the confidence and the financial means to support
themselves and their families. When you buy one of our products, you are
helping to rebuild their lives. Thank you.
While the designs for
our gifts, accessories and cards are the same, no two handmade things
are quite the same. Every product is individually handmade by Nyoki
therefore there may be slight variation on each design. Our superior
quality makes a fantastic impression on the recipient. To make the gift
giving experience that much more elegant and special, our gift sets
come in a beautiful recycled gift box with tissue paper and matching
ribbon.
About the yarns we use:
Our aim is to continually
develop beautiful unique hand-crafted cards and gifts by using the finest
quality materials.
All the yarns we select for you are the finest available.
Organic cotton
is cotton that is grown without pesticides from plants which are not
genetically modified. Though organic cotton has less environmental impact
than conventional cotton, it costs more to produce.
Since it doesn't have
pesticides, chemicals, bleaches or artificial colors, Naturally Colored
Cotton is extremely pure; thus, reducing allergies and respiratory problems.
It also feels softer to the skin and has a pleasant smell.
It is claimed that
clothes made from naturally colored organic cotton aren't just natural,
stylish and comfortable to wear; they are a more gentle alternative
for children and mother earth.
Bamboo is more
antibacterial than cotton or wool, which are very absorbent and hold
moisture in. Because bamboo wicks moisture away, it's great for your
circulation and skin. Bamboo is lightweight and breathable and it has
sheen and is a soft fiber.
Cotton is soft,
breathable and it is cool against the skin. Its beauty and natural comfort
make the world a better place. It's often the first fiber we touch when
we are born into the world.
Merino Wool
feels like silk, is hardwearing, is lightweight and it keeps you warm
in winter and cool in summer. Merino fiber is a fraction of the diameter,
which is one of the reasons why the Merino garment doesn't itch. Merino
is excellent at regulating body temperature, especially when worn against
the skin. The wool provides some warmth, without overheating the wearer.
It draws moisture (sweat) away from the skin.
Merino can warm and cool your body by absorbing and releasing moisture.
Kids Mohair with
Silk Mohair is luxuriously soft with a characteristic fluffiness,
is light and has the lovely, slight luster of kid mohair. The silk
shines through a halo of translucent mohair, giving anything amazing
definition and drape.
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