About

Hi! I’m Lisa Hahn, owner and creator of
The Sly Violet based in Chicago.

Some of my earliest memories are creative ones: painting cardinals and blue jays with my Grandma, sketching the giant oak tree in my backyard, writing mini books of poetry for my Mom, but it was my passion for writing that carried over into my professional life. It wasn’t until my twins, Wilhelmina and Bastian, arrived in 2017 that a pull towards a more tangible artform came back into my life. Long gone were the days of endless personal writing, so sketching became my creative outlet that easily fit in after baby bedtime.

As a new mom, I found myself gravitating toward cozy, soft fabrics for my babies to wear, but I was still on the hunt for items that also felt like my style. So when I decided to start The Sly Violet, I spent a lot of time selecting quality, eco-friendly tees and onesies (that I myself would be drawn to) to be the perfect canvas for clever, happy designs —fit for all tiny humans (and us big humans too). 💕

I hope you enjoy The Sly Violet products as much as I love making them.

Xoxo

Lisa