Taking It To All 50 States

Here is a lady, Jenna Issacson, who has decided to thrift shop all 50 states! This sounds like a blast! Talking about the Thrift Store Shoppers Dream...she is living it!!! Not only does she find great bargains through out these states, but she is selling her items on Etsy as well. Although the majority of us are average people who cannot travel the United States visiting the best thrift stores in our nation, we can read this blog and see what great finds Jenna has discovered! Check out this story here.

Upcycled Wool Sweater Purse

Have a favorite sweater you just cannot throw away? Or did you pick one up at a Thrift Store that you really like, but you know you will never wear? Upcycled or recycled clothing and accessories is an effective means to using the items you do not want to toss...recreated into something unique and usable at the same time.

Over the Holidays I took the opportunity to take a old men's wool sweater and upcycled it into a fun purse! These are the results....

Using the left over material from the sleeves, I made large flowers and leaves on the front of the bag. Simple, easy, and one-of-a-kind, this is one project that does not take up too much time, but leaves you with a fun, wearable accessory.