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20 August – The Day Estonia’s Voice Was Heard

20 August – The Day Estonia’s Voice Was Heard

Marissa Pikkat

On 20 August 1991, Estonia regained its independence during the peaceful Singing Revolution.  This historic day marked freedom after decades of Soviet occupation. Discover the courage, unity, and culture that...

20 August – The Day Estonia’s Voice Was Heard

Marissa Pikkat

On 20 August 1991, Estonia regained its independence during the peaceful Singing Revolution.  This historic day marked freedom after decades of Soviet occupation. Discover the courage, unity, and culture that...

NEW Collection - Harjumaa

NEW Collection - Harjumaa

Marissa Pikkat

I wanted to share a little more behind the Harjumaa collection and how it came to be. Firstly, I did not know it existed, however it made sense there was...

NEW Collection - Harjumaa

Marissa Pikkat

I wanted to share a little more behind the Harjumaa collection and how it came to be. Firstly, I did not know it existed, however it made sense there was...

Day 25 - Sewing and Hand Stitching

Day 25 - Sewing and Hand Stitching

Marissa Pikkat

Craft Camp day of heritage and creativity, learning pocket-making, mastering finger weaving, and visiting local artisans in upcycling, glassblowing, and jewellery making. Shared dinner with fellow makers and insights into...

Day 25 - Sewing and Hand Stitching

Marissa Pikkat

Craft Camp day of heritage and creativity, learning pocket-making, mastering finger weaving, and visiting local artisans in upcycling, glassblowing, and jewellery making. Shared dinner with fellow makers and insights into...

Day 24 - Weaving and Reflections

Day 24 - Weaving and Reflections

Marissa Pikkat

Weaving rahvariide like my great-grandmother, learning from master weaver Inna Raud, and exploring Viljandi with its castle ruins, folk festival stage, and historic architecture. A day of craft, culture, and...

Day 24 - Weaving and Reflections

Marissa Pikkat

Weaving rahvariide like my great-grandmother, learning from master weaver Inna Raud, and exploring Viljandi with its castle ruins, folk festival stage, and historic architecture. A day of craft, culture, and...

Day 23 - Back to the Mainland and Craft Camp!

Day 23 - Back to the Mainland and Craft Camp!

Marissa Pikkat

Exploring Estonia’s hidden gems, early ferry from the islands, Pärnu’s 1944 monument, Tori’s craft barn and famous horses, and Soomaa’s dense forests. Arriving in Viljandi for Craft Camp, reconnecting with...

Day 23 - Back to the Mainland and Craft Camp!

Marissa Pikkat

Exploring Estonia’s hidden gems, early ferry from the islands, Pärnu’s 1944 monument, Tori’s craft barn and famous horses, and Soomaa’s dense forests. Arriving in Viljandi for Craft Camp, reconnecting with...

Day 22 - Secrets of Muhu

Day 22 - Secrets of Muhu

Marissa Pikkat

A heartwarming day exploring Muhu Island, Estonia, visiting midsummer festival grounds, local Käsitöö shops, and sharing Estonian culture. Enjoy stories of handmade crafts, community connections, and a magical evening in...

Day 22 - Secrets of Muhu

Marissa Pikkat

A heartwarming day exploring Muhu Island, Estonia, visiting midsummer festival grounds, local Käsitöö shops, and sharing Estonian culture. Enjoy stories of handmade crafts, community connections, and a magical evening in...