Hi, I’m Ivana and welcome to my creative workshop.
This story started long before I made my first stitch. My grandfather was a tailor, and fabrics, needles and scissors became part of my life before I could even imagine making something of my own. I still use his scissors every day – they are among my most prized possessions.
I founded this studio out of a love for craftsmanship and a desire to create pieces that are not just useful, but also beautiful enough to become a lasting part of everyday life. I work with natural materials, water-based dyes, while avoiding unnecessary processing, and at the same time keeping design simple and functional. Each piece is hand-sewn to order.
A little about the name gumi-gumi…In Croatia, gumi-gumi is the childhood game you probably know as elastics or Chinese jump rope. It’s a name that carries the joy, simplicity, and innocence of childhood, something we could all use a little more of.
Thank you for visiting, I hope you’ll find something you love. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch!