Simpleweeble

Drop off recycling event at Kaimuki High School this weekend.  If you have more than cans and newspaper, you can drop off scrap metal, cooking oil, batteries, etc.  Awesome way to keep things out of the land fill and raise money for Kaimuki High.

I am a handbag fiend and can’t get enough.  I’ve stated before that it’s a problem.  A few years ago I gave up leather handbags.  Let me clarify…I still buy them if it’s from a vintage or thrift store.  

My reason is two-fold.  First, ecologically, the amount of energy and waste it produces to make leather goods is amazing.  Secondly, our society is so disposable. Living on an island everything ends up in the landfill…we are running out of space. I wanted to do my part and felt this choice makes an impact on a larger level. 

I’ve found my handbag saviour, Anita Hopper, from ReFind Originals.

At ReFind Originals they deconstruct, clean and restore discarded leather apparel and upholstery, transforming it into stunning, one-of-a-kind leather handbags.

Anita combined her love of sewing and her interest in recycling to create eco-conscious handbags. Some are embellished with wooden buckles handmade from recycled wood scraps and others are adorned with vintage buttons. You can find these wonderful creations at her  Etsy Store.

If you have a cherished leather piece that you would like to be re-fashioned into a new treasure, she is able to do custom creations.  Do your part, buy a handbag.

This is a great way to update your old handbags with a new look. It’ also “upcycling” items that would normally get tossed.  It will give you a one of a kind bag as well as a low-carbon footprint style.

So easy to do, all you need is your old bag and your favorite scarf(s).

Take a look Here on how to complete your look.