Custom and Sustainable Textile Production at Aufschnitt Berlin – Fun Gifts and Premium Cushions for Every Taste

How do you introduce children to sustainability and nature in a playful way? For example with the custom-made hand puppet, Rudi the Radish. The design for this mascot comes from AckerRacker, an educational program for kindergarten children based on the idea that they need contact with nature, exercise and a balanced diet to develop adequately. Children between the ages of 3 and 6 learn - with all their senses - where our food comes from and how nature works. Silvia Wald, founder of Aufschnitt and clothing technology engineer, managed to keep the production within her network. This special commission is just one example—Aufschnitt Berlin develops a wide range of custom products, including premium cushions and humorous gift ideas for businesses, artists, birthdays, or weddings.
Creative diversity: Individual production of textiles at Aufschnitt
As the world's first textile butcher shop, Aufschnitt Berlin offers humorous and high-quality objects that enrich everyday life in an original way - available in the Aspik.Store in Berlin, online, and as tailor-made individual pieces. The product range extends from original promotional gifts to tailor-made costumes and unique premium cushions. Whether as a giveaway, a themed present or an individual decorative element - Aufschnitt Berlin creates unforgettable and personal moments with its products.

A particularly popular highlight is the "custom face sausage": a premium cushion in the shape of a sausage with the client's likeness—perfect as a fun gift for special occasions! Companies can also brand Aufschnitt products with their own logos, creating a memorable brand presence. The experienced team at Aufschnitt Berlin gladly advises its customers and brings any imaginable idea to life.
Aufschnitt’s Sustainable Production in Europe
Aufschnitt Berlin places great emphasis on high-quality materials and sustainable production techniques. Silvia Wald has been collaborating for years with plush toy manufacturers in Lithuania, consciously supporting the "Made in Europe" movement. Only around a quarter of all global sales of dolls and plush toys are currently generated in Europe, with the majority of revenue generated in the USA. Choosing the right partner requires expert knowledge, as the manufacturers need to have specialized filling machines that can blow fiber beads into shapes and foam saws that cut the foam into shapes. It also takes delicate craftsmanship and expertise to embroider small pieces of plush material onto the surfaces of Aufschnitt’s sausage cushions.
Recycling textiles for responsible quality
Many of Aufschnitt's products are made from recycled materials like polyester, which is not only durable but can also be disposed of or repaired in an environmentally friendly way. When blends like cotton velvet, PU foam, and faux leather are used, the recycling process becomes significantly more complex, as the products must be disassembled into individual parts for reuse. That’s why Aufschnitt Berlin advocates for single-material items. With a comprehensive recycling and repair service, the Aufschnitt team focuses on circular economy and sustainability. This means every piece—whether it's a gift for friends, a statement object for meat lovers, or a cozy gift for vegetarians—can be refurbished if needed, retaining its individual charm.
Various Filling Techniques for Optimal Comfort and Feel
Aufschnitt Berlin's creativity is apparent even in the fillings: different materials are used to suit various purposes: Styrofoam beads provide a light, snug feel for seat cushions; especially soft products like sausage chains or Tyrolean bacon are filled with recycled polyester fibers; larger cushions or objects obtain a stable shape with foam. The avocado cushions, for example, feature an easily washable, removable cover and a stable filling that combines comfort and structure.
Sustainable, Fun, and Customizable Gift Ideas
Whether creative one-of-a-kind pieces or personalized series—Aufschnitt Berlin offers products that impress not only with sustainable production and recycling options but also as unique gift ideas that make a statement for environmental consciousness. If you're looking for original gift ideas, stylish decorative objects, or sustainable options for friends, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike, you’ll find them here. Feel free to get in touch and share your design wishes with us!
AckerRacker – For a Generation That Knows What It Eats!
The Aufschnitt team was immediately captivated by AckerRacker, the educational program for preschools that playfully introduces children to nature, sustainability, and healthy eating. Together with the hand puppet Rudi the Radish and volunteer “AckerCoaches,” preschoolers grow their own vegetables, tend them, and experience firsthand how exciting and delicious home-grown produce can be. This idea fits perfectly with Aufschnitt's slogan: “Eat less Wurst.” To give the harvested vegetables the familiar sausage flavor, we recommend using our smoky seasoning selection for tasty frittatas: Enjoy your meal!