Hand embroidery Como, Sofia Casciardi creates tailor-made garments and personalized handmade accessories.
Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm a 26-year-old with a passion for crafts . Everything made with my hands has always inspired me; it's a great way to express myself. Ever since I was little, I've enjoyed transforming my mom's old skirts into dresses that fit me perfectly, using safety pins and clothespins!
I studied Fashion & Textile Design at the “Aldo Galli” Academy of Fine Arts in Como (IED group) and from there I continued to experiment on my own in the field of tailoring , natural dyeing and hand embroidery.
Today, I create custom garments, favoring natural fibers and occasionally upcycling discarded garments, giving them a new life without further waste. I also do custom hand embroidery on clothing, bags, and various accessories.
Two years ago , I won a competition with Armani , which allowed me to participate, as a costume designer, in a short film called "La Giacca." It was a unique experience, because being on a film set is indescribable. This certainly gave me even more desire to express my creativity and believe in myself.
Among the various commissions I received, there was one that particularly struck me because of its meaning: a girl suffering from cystic fibrosis asked me to embroider a tattoo she had on her back; breathing well is complicated for her and in a period of health emergency like this it made me think about the things we take for granted. If with a simple embroidery I can strengthen a message of hope like hers, this fulfills me more than anything.
My Instagram profile showcases what I do, from commissions to personal projects, all handmade! These are garments and embroidery made entirely by hand.
You will be able to find an idea for something unique and personal, a garment with added value because it is one of a kind (in terms of construction and fabric) and the same goes for embroidery. A slow fashion that I hope lasts over time!
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