Hi! ✨

Hi! I'm Sofia and the founder of ArtimeSophiaShoo. I'm an artist, dreamer and the hands behind this little magical corner of the world ✨
I run a small creative atelier based in Almada, Portugal, (with my dachshund assistant Bonnie  always by my side), where I design and make everything with love and intention.

Art has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I studied Visual Arts and later graduated in Conservation and Restoration, but my true creative journey began in 2017, when my grandmother gifted me a sewing machine. With her inspiration (and a few lessons from my dad!), I taught myself how to sew — and soon after, I opened my online shop on Etsy.

In 2018, I made my very first felt purse — the Honey Pot bag inspired by Winnie the Pooh. It became an unexpected success and remains one of my bestsellers to this day. That little honey pot changed everything — and connected me with a beautiful Disney-inspired creative community on Instagram, where I’ve made lifelong friends.

In 2022, I was invited to the Magical Market in Birmingham, UK — my very first market! Meeting many of my online small business friends in person was a dream come true.

Then, in 2024, something shifted. I felt the call to reconnect with a part of myself I had set aside for years: drawing. As a child, I was always doodling, painting, and colouring books for hours. Now, I’m back to that creative core — designing magical stationery, art, and stories that spark joy, inspire self-expression, and celebrate imagination.

My work is all about spreading uplifting messages and making people feel seen and loved. Especially those who feel a little different. I want to remind you that being yourself is your superpower, and that your dreams are always worth chasing. 💛

Whether it’s through a sticker, a notepad, or a character I’ve brought to life, I hope to bring you a little magic and a whole lot of heart.

If you'd like to follow my journey more closely and be part of a kind, creative community, I’ve recently launched my Patreon — a space where I share behind-the-scenes content, ideas in progress, and small joys along the way. I’d love to have you there! 🌟

Find me on Patreon