Jan 1, 2023 | Sewing, Upcycle
Some time ago, my daughter and son-in-law brought over some old skirts, likely wool, that had belonged to his aunt and thought I could create something from them. I thought a tree skirt would be fun because of the colors of the skirts. These were pleated, kilt-style... 
Aug 24, 2022 | Quilts, Uncategorized, Upcycle
I had the opportunity to work with a local client to create three memory quilts. It was initially going to be a commission for three lap-sized quilts. We looked at various examples of projects and she really like the Dresden Plate design. The challenge was to work... 
Nov 30, 2021 | Pillows, Upcycle
My client sent me a sweater that was knit by her sister when she was younger. The sweater no longer fit, so she had the idea to make a pillow out of it as a gift to her sister. Due to some stains and holes on one side of the sweater, we decided to add a purchased... 
Nov 3, 2021 | Gift, Memory Story, Upcycle
A local client was cleaning out closets during the pandemic (something many of us did!) Her mother passed away over a decade ago and she found linens that had belonged to her mom. The pieces were about 16″ x 25″. She was hoping to have the placemats be...
