handmade upcycled goods
How do we upcycle?
We have always focused on using materials and supplies we find second hand. We believe almost anything can live a second life if you have enough imagination. Check out the lists below to see what types of items we are currently using.
Clothing
sweaters................................mittens, beanies
jackets...................................dusters
denim jackets/sweaters.........sweater sleeve jackets
dresses/skirts/t-shirts............t-shirt dresses
t-shirt leftovers......................shorts and skirts
scarves..................................neck warmers
bath robes.............................neck warmers
flannel & logo t-shirt...............art flannel
dresses/skirts........................kimonos
stretch leggings.....................cuffs for fleece jackets
holiday clothing......................holiday patchwork dress
silky robes.............................ruffles on dresses
kids clothing.........................dusters/dresses/jackets
Household
fleece blankets.......................fleece pullovers
curtains or tablecloths...........dusters
pillow cases...........................snap placket on fleece pullovers
bed sheets............................art flannel accents
Notions
thread
zippers
buttons
seam binding
ribbon
trims
all thrifted and used for sewn projects
Office Supplies
business cards..........................hang tags
iron on transfers.......................sewn in tags
tissue paper.............................shipping orders
rolodex cards............................thank you notes
gift bags..................................used at events
Anatomy of an Upcycled garment
Sweater
Flannel Baby Blanket
Corduroy Jacket
Long Sleeve Shirt
Dress
Skirt
Fleece Remnants
Cotton Pillowcase
Fuzzy Robe
Fuzzy Baby Blanket
Leggings Neckband
(underneath)
Cotton Remnant
Stretchy Shirt
Past Materials & Creations
Clothing
sweaters
jackets
pants
men's ties
skirts
swimming suits
t-shirts
rainboots
mittens/headbands
mittens/hats/fanny packs
fanny packs
dog collars
hats
headbands/hair ties
dog toys
floral arrangements
Household
table cloths
pillow cases
napkins
bed sheets
towels
baby blankets
fanny packs/market bags/hats
fanny packs/utensil roll ups/dog bandanas
utensil roll ups
fanny packs/utensil roll ups/jewelry organizers
bucket hats
reusable paper towels
Other
silverware
salt & pepper shakers
tiles
plates
beads/beaded jewelry
fabric remnants
embroidery hoops
snack boxes
books
stamped garden markers
snowmen
coasters
garden flowers
wind chimes
face masks/travel bags/dog collars & leashes/placemats/table runners
felt wreaths
journals
book stacks