The TAUKO Magazine Team

Celebrating the unsung heroes: Meet the TAUKO Magazine office team behind the scenes and the editorial team working to bring each issue to life.

 

 
 

Meet our small yet dynamic office team, tirelessly working from the vibrant cities of Helsinki and Berlin. In this close-knit group, everyone wears multiple hats, contributing to various aspects of our creative endeavors. It's a bustling hub where versatility and collaboration thrive.

 

Hanna Niemi, our Sales Manager and a true community builder, is the driving force behind bringing TAUKO Magazine to local stores and ensuring your orders reach your doorstep.

Feel free to reach out to Hanna via email at magazine@taukodesign.fi.

 

Mila Moisio, our devoted Editor-in-Chief at TAUKO Magazine, adeptly orchestrates the collaborative endeavors of our skilled team members.

Feel free to reach out to Mila via email at mila@taukodesign.fi.

 

Kaisa Rissanen, our Head of Design, plays a pivotal role in curating and bringing together the talented creatives who present their inspiring sewing pattern designs for each issue of TAUKO Magazine.

Feel free to reach out to Kaisa via email at kaisa@taukodesign.fi.

 

Meet Annukka Lahti, our Social Media Fellow at TAUKO Magazine! With a background in fashion design, Annukka brings a wealth of expertise in digital platforms, design programs and the intricacies of various social media and online interfaces, making her a valuable asset to our team. In her spare time, Annukka enjoys sketching, keeping up with trends, sewing imaginative creations, tending to plants and enjoying a leisurely breakfast with good company, good coffee and catchy music.

Feel free to reach out to Annuka via DM at @taukomagazine

 

 
 

Bringing life and perfection to every magazine, from photography to sewing patterns, beautifully rhythmed layouts, and polished language, meet the freelancers who consistently collaborate with us for each issue. We tip our hats and bow deeply in gratitude for their invaluable contributions.

 

Stefanie Kroth, devoted to pattern design, breathes life into each issue by crafting sewing pattern layouts and instructions. With a passion for modern and sustainable patterns, she prioritizes a flawless fit across all sizes. As a pattern maker, Stefanie excels in creating made-to-measure patterns, grading multi-size collections, and developing zero-waste patterns for small fashion and DIY labels. Her expertise extends to publishing several sewing and pattern books.

 

Laura Oja, the talented photographer behind all the stunning editorial photos and covers for TAUKO Magazine, infuses her distinct handwriting to visually define the publication. With a background in photojournalism, collaborating with local newspapers and international NGOs, Laura is the visual storyteller for each issue. In her leisure, she immerses herself in swimming, including ice swimming, and explores the beauty of flowers and plants.

 

Dörte de Jesus, the visionary behind TAUKO Magazine's Art Direction and poetic yet edgy layout, lends her creative expertise as a director and design consultant for values-based brands. Specializing in publishing, editorial design, and brand communication, Dörte brings a unique perspective to each issue, crafting a visual narrative that resonates with the TAUKO ethos.

 

With a background in art and literature, Bonnie Begusch brings a refined touch to the print magazine’s written contenct. Originally from California and a long-time resident of Berlin, she works as an editor and translator for all things related to art, culture, and creativity.

 

Ivona Fodora lends her artistic touch to each issue by creating beautiful fashion illustrations. With a passion for color, pleats, craft, and drawing, her work is inspired by childhood memories and the costumes of her home country, Serbia, providing endless creativity to her design work.