About Me

I'm Johanna, a Finnish mom of two girls and wife to a Japanese husband. Together, we've lived and traveled around the world.

I'm a nature lover who enjoys creating things. I love blue lakes and mountains, pine tree forests, and fields of flowers. I'm very fond of knitting and crafting, which is why I have an Etsy shop where I sell my handicrafts. If I'm not knitting or sewing, I'm probably baking, cooking, or cleaning.

Don't get me wrong—I'm not just doing household chores or crafting all the time! I also like to read and exercise with good music. And when I do chores, I usually listen to my favorite podcasts, which actually makes them pretty fun.

My curiosity about people and cultures led me to study Japanese studies and psychology at the University of Helsinki, and later my interest in wellness led me to train as an esthetician at Aveda Institute NY. Then life took over—we started a family, lived in several different countries, and eventually settled in the Pacific Northwest, where we live now.

I have a passion for healthy food and a balanced lifestyle. If you take a seat, I'd love to share a few things I've done and learned along the way!