The product descriptions on your website are very tonguein-cheek. Is it one of the ways you are trying to express
that sex should be fun?
Yes. In general I think sex is fun and straight-forward. Sex
should be approached responsibly but there should be a
humorous twist to it.
What sizes do the design come in? Some of the designs
seem quite large. Is that how you wanted them or does
the manufacturing process affect it as well? I also need to
pop the age old question: does size matter?
The wooden pieces come in 2 sizes - the bigger is 27 cm
(10,6 inches) in length and the smaller is 20 cm (7,9 inches)
and the shape is designed in a way that there is always the
narrow and the thicker end. So although it might look big it
is easily approachable. Size has nothing to do with the
general quality of lovemaking, however for some larger
items cause more pleasure.
What does Teatiamo designs have that others don't?
Elegance, harmony and life-lasting quality.
Where did the shape of the design originated?
I just started drawing random shapes. So it came out of
my pen. (smiles)
You've already taken part in fairs in Finland and Teatiamo
designs have been showcased in a gallery in Miami. You've
also started a fund-raising campaign with INDIEGOGO. Is
there a difference in the way people react to your
products, depending on location?
Yes, there is a big difference. Every single person I have
talked about TEATIAMO here is very excited and
interested, and cheerful. They see the potential and the
opportunity and they are very positive. Let's leave it at
that. (smiles)
What would you like to say to those who are still virgins
when it comes to adult toys? Perhaps someone who would
like to try one of your products but is still hesitating?
We are all born equal but different. Adult toys aren't for
everyone. I would recommend to start with a small Mister
Rosewood. If you end up not using it - it is still a beautiful
piece of art.
Do you have a design philosophy that you would like to
share?
Keep the shape simple but the mind full. Meaning that the
thought behind the design can be very tricky, complex,
exciting etc. but when you are able to combine that with a
beautiful timeless shape, that is when the magic happens.
My other one is a quote from a Finnish poet Tommy
Tabermann: "paint yourself a paradise and step into it."
Who would you say are your main customers, based on the
experience so far? And who would you like to attract
more?
At the moment it is 50/50 male and female. I always want
to spread the message of equality.
Are the wooden designs made of one piece of wood? How
is the actual process of manufacturing one?
It is a secret method just like a recipe... (laughs). Every
single piece is handcrafted in Finland by a very talented