Maybe you're looking for that gift to get someone "who has everything"? Let's discuss their likes and style, and I'll come up with a solution. Like this sunflower purse, made for a client who is crazy for sunflowers, a small purse with pockets on the inside, and short handles. The fabrics included a remnant, pieces from an vintage linen suit, and a lovely scarf for the lining.
Have a bridesmaid dress that you can't bear to throw out, but wouldn't be caught dead in? Why not upcycle it into a keepsake?
Good quality wool sweater that's just stretched out, or stained? You can have a new pair of mittens, a hat and maybe even a cozy cowl made from it.
Or another client who had a handbag she loved! Made of good quality alpaca leather brought back as a gift to her from Brazil. Great bag, she used it daily, the leather was soft and pliable and the handles comfortable. Unfortunately, the inside was not practical for her purposes. She needed pockets, sections to organize her stuff, and make it easy to find things.
This rehab included three new pockets, sized to fit her smartphone, a pen or nail file, and her wallet. It also included a business card case and a loop to attach her keys to.
This rehab included three new pockets, sized to fit her smartphone, a pen or nail file, and her wallet. It also included a business card case and a loop to attach her keys to.
These are just a few examples. I love the challenge of solving an issue for someone, helping them come to a solution, fixing problems. It's exciting and rewarding. And I even make house (in this case, cottage) calls!