Slow handcraft from Estonia
Knitted and crocheted by hand, made slowly, with heart, and just for you.
A knitting story
Rahuu comes from rahu, the Estonian word for peace. I chose it because that is what handcraft gives me. Knitting and crocheting cannot be rushed: they ask you to slow down, to let your thoughts wander, and to enjoy each small stitch as it comes. Somewhere between the yarn and the needles, the day gets quieter.
That is the feeling I want to pass on. Every Rahuu piece, whether a pair of felted wool slippers or a soft beanie, is 100% handmade and made with heart, so that the person wearing it would also take a moment to stop, breathe and simply be.
With every piece I make, I think of the person who will wear it, and even if our paths never cross, I send them good wishes. I imagine the warmth it will bring and the quiet moments it will share, at home on a slow morning, on the cool floors of a summer cottage, or on a chilly evening out sailing.
If you have a warm knitting dream of your own waiting to come alive, I will gladly make it for you.
Slippers
Hand-knitted from felted wool, each pair with a small embroidered heart. Every pair is made to order.
The silence of the forest, wrapped around your feet. A cushion of moss that asks for nothing and only gives: softness, calm and the feeling that there is no hurry. Step in and let the evening settle slowly, like mist low over a bog. These slippers remember how the forest breathes.
Like a beach stone after a long summer: warm, smooth and steady. A grey that never shouts, but keeps you grounded when the day has been too fast. These slippers are made for mornings when the coffee is still steaming and evenings when everything finally grows quiet. A simple colour that asks for nothing and simply stays with you.
A warm coral that makes morning coffee taste a little sweeter and a cosy evening last a little longer. A small gift to yourself, or to someone dear who has been rushing for too long. A soft colour to remind you that even an ordinary day can have magical evening light.
Prices and ordering
Every pair is handmade to order. Making time is 7 to 14 days. Available in sizes 36 to 46. Choose your colour.
The flagships of my slipper making, where everyday comfort meets the beauty of handcraft. I have given them a reinforced sole that lends confidence to every step, and delicate embroidered patterns that catch the eye and soothe the senses. If you want to make someone's day special, I can add a personalised card with your warm words. Each pair is wrapped in soft tissue paper and rests in a beautiful box, waiting to be opened. A true celebration for every slipper lover, a gift that whispers like moss: “You are dear to me, and I'll keep you warm.”
These are not just slippers, but a small warm hug for your feet. Hand-knitted and felted to bring a piece of ancient softness into everyday life. So light and unnoticeable on your feet, it feels like stepping on a soft carpet of moss, toes wrapped in a warm woollen cloud. Without a stiff sole, they are made for your cosy hideaway at home. No more cold toes! Exactly what you long to slip on after a long working day, and the last thing you can bear to take off before drifting into dreamland.
Sometimes you carry an idea in your heart that is too special to fit into the usual frames. And that is wonderful! Whether you picture the wildest slipper dream in the world or something else entirely, the truth is that my needles don't only dance around slippers. I'm ready to bring all your knitting dreams to life, from the softest sweater all the way to... well, even a sailboat steering wheel cover (all right, that's a little joke, but you know what I mean!).
I send the freshly knitted slippers to parcel lockers all over Estonia. Larger orders and international delivery by arrangement.
Colours
All slippers are knitted from Garnstudio DROPS Snow 100% wool yarn. Here are just a few examples. Send me your wish and we'll surely find the perfect shade!
Milk Bath
Mist Veil
Powder
Sunny Chick
Coral
Dark Grape
Ocean
Aquamarine
SageThe colour on screen may differ slightly from the real yarn.
Gallery
Patterns and guides
Digital knitting patterns as PDFs, for yourself or as a gift. One stitch at a time, without hurry.
Contact
Questions about sizes, colours or gift ideas? Get in touch. I reply calmly, but surely.