It's kind of funny how I've been working with recycled fabrics. I don't remember ever setting out to "save the planet" from all the discarded gently worn clothing, but that's kind of where I'm at right now and I like it. I like finding old clothing and repurposing them into something better than it was originally. I recently came up with a great idea for old denim that I've repurposed into sandwich/snack bags. They're lined with vinyl and then have velcro across the top to seal. I love these bags for two reasons: each one has a pocket and the vinyl is only attached at the top so that it can easily pull out and be cleaned. The pocket is great for sending a note to your loved one or labeling what's in the bag or putting a name in the pocket which is really useful if you have a large family.
The earrings are something I created, but not out of anything recycled. I love the Sundance catalog that I get occasionally, but CANNOT afford one thing in it! Of course, I love most of the jewelry in the catalog, but there was a particular pair of earrings that I really wanted. And, so I decided that I could probably make them and I did. It's sterling silver faceted beads with turguoise chips from Nevada and then I added some sea sediment jasper beads to just tweak it a little. I may add it to my repertoire on my ETSY site!!!
And, last, but not least I've been knitting! This is something that is so relaxing to me and I've decided that I will probably not sell anything that I've knitted -> I'm too doggone (that's a favorite family word!) slow! And, this scarf that I've been working on is sooo easy to pick up and lay back down without losing my spot. It's 30" of knit 20 and slip 2 and then I'll need to knit a hole and then add another 10" and, voila! Finished!!! I've taken knitting lessons for a few months and I've stuck with the easy patterns; I'm sure Mary at the Village Yarn Shop in Zionsville would tell me I'm ready for a sweater, but I just like easing along and knitting something mindless such as this scarf. Maybe, I'll try a sweater someday, but I'm in no hurry.
So, I guess that's it for now. I can't show you everything; what will I write about next. I'm meeting a client on Wednesday to draw up a handbag pattern using her Dad's military uniforms; yeah!!! See what I mean, I haven't set out to save the planet, but it sure is fun to see what can come from something old. I've never sewn anything with a military uniform, but the wheels are turning and I'm getting excited! Pictures I'm sure to follow.
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