Our Story
Hi, I‘m Kat and in 2025, I left my hometown in Germany and settled just south of Porto, by the ocean, embracing the slower, more intentional life I had always imagined. It finally felt like everything was falling into place — and then, just a couple of months later, Lily came into my life and made it truly complete.
On our first walks together, I quickly realised something: my clothes simply weren't designed for a life with a dog. I never had enough pockets, loops and hooks to carry all the small essentials every walk requires. I was looking for a piece of clothing that would provide what I needed - that was practical, but also beautiful. Something made from natural fibres – without synthetics. Durable enough for the outdoors, thoughtfully crafted, and designed to last for years. But nothing I found felt quite right. So I decided to create it myself.
Where Make it Popp began
What began as a personal solution became the foundation of Make it Popp — timeless pieces created for dogs and their owners who value quality, craftsmanship, and the beauty of well-made things.
Creating these pieces brought me back to my craft that I hadn‘t picked-up professionally in years. I trained as a dressmaker before spending nearly a decade in e-commerce. The connection to the craft returned instantly. It simply felt natural and meaningful. All it needed was a little puppy to inspire me.
Each garment is carefully sewn by myself using two exceptional materials: traditional oilskin woven in Scotland and wool from the Serra da Estrela mountains in Portugal. These materials are chosen not only for their performance in the outdoors, but for their heritage, durability, and how they are made. There are no shortcuts. No mass production. Just craft.
Every piece is made to order — eliminating overproduction and unnecessary waste. Each one is made thoughtfully: materials chosen with care, cut and sewn by hand, in the smallest of batches. Made to accompany you and your dog through many seasons of walks together. Because the best moments are often the simplest ones: a quiet morning, an open path, and a loyal companion by your side.
Made slowly. Made thoughtfully. Made for life with dogs.