Upcycled Necktie Clutch and Hoop Ornaments

Upcycled Necktie Clutch and Hoop Ornaments

Oct 16, 2019 | Totes, Upcycle

I had the opportunity to create a clutch purse out of old neckties. The ties belonged to the late husband of a local woman who had donated the ties. Her friend thought we could create something special and give to her. I have a lot of ideas pinned to my Memory Items...
Three-in-One Backpack

Three-in-One Backpack

Jun 11, 2019 | Totes

It’s no surprise that I’m a bag lady. I have been wanting to make a bag for my camera but bought one instead. It’s a narrow design that I can slip into my purse or simply carry on its own. When I went to NYC a few years ago, I bought a bucket-style...
Memory Totes from Shirts and Air Force Garrison Cap

Memory Totes from Shirts and Air Force Garrison Cap

Jun 5, 2017 | Totes, Upcycle

I had an incredible opportunity to create some unique memory items using clothing from my client’s father and brother. She sent me the clothes and we hashed out four bags to make for four different women in her life (including herself!). This first design was...
Hockey Jersey Tote

Hockey Jersey Tote

Aug 1, 2016 | Totes, Upcycle

It seems like a good time to share a hockey jersey tote, right? It’s Christmas in July! Actually, it’s hard to believe that we will be entering another season of hockey soon. I made this hockey tote as a gift back in December. It’s a large...
Custom Bookshelf Tote for College Graduation Gift

Custom Bookshelf Tote for College Graduation Gift

May 17, 2016 | Totes

A custom tote bag made for a college graduate who is moving away. My daughter is home for a few weeks before she heads off to her summer job and med school. I walked past her room, looking at her bookshelves, and thought they would never be the same since she will be...
A Special Bag for Diabetic Supplies

A Special Bag for Diabetic Supplies

Jan 8, 2016 | Totes

I had a young client come to be recently who is diabetic. She was looking for a cute purse to use for school – one that looked like a purse, but could also hold her supplies. She was currently using a special-made bag, but it wasn’t big enough to hold all...