3rd Life

Necklace Sale (post 2 of 4) $10 each plus shipping or free local drop off. Comment or DM to claim -identify which one you want #1-5. Details Pendant size- 2 1/8 Chain length - 24 inches... Length can be customized, choose from: Long - 30 inch Medium - 24 inch Short - 18 inch Or request a custom length. Lobster claw closure included. Zinc alloy pendant and chain in silver colour is lead free and nickel free. All 3rd Life textile necklaces are lovingly handmade from vintage & reclaimed fabrics. See more

Necklace Sale (post 3 of 4) $10 each plus shipping or free local drop off. Comment or DM to claim -identify which one you want #1-5. Details Pendant size- 2 1/8 Chain length - 24 inches... Length can be customized, choose from: Long - 30 inch Medium - 24 inch Short - 18 inch Or request a custom length. Lobster claw closure included. Zinc alloy pendant and chain in silver or antique bronze colour is lead free and nickel free. All 3rd Life textile necklaces are lovingly handmade from vintage & reclaimed fabrics. See more

Necklace Sale (post 4 of 4) $10 each plus shipping or free local drop off. Comment or DM to claim -identify which one you want #1-3. Details Pendant size- 1 5/8 inches round Chain length - 30 inches... Length can be customized, choose from: Long - 30 inch Medium - 24 inch Short - 18 inch Or request a custom length. Lobster claw closure included. Zinc alloy pendant and chain in gunmetal black, antique bronze or silver colour is lead free and nickel free. All 3rd Life textile necklaces are lovingly handmade from vintage & reclaimed fabrics. See more

lil foxy pouch

One year ago I made this little ray of sunshine, and what a year it’s been. Did you know yellow birds symbolize positivity and optimism? I hope he brings you a smile today

A few of my favourite jacket-to-bag transformations from the past. Someone once described my work as reincarnation made portable and I kinda like that. #earthdayeveryday #textilerevival #remakingmemories #thisbaghashistory #ecofriendly #sustainablefashion

No panic. There is always plenty of toilet paper.

2 more babes getting ready to fly to their new nests #happymail #packaging #handmadewithlove

I'm often asked how I make the cute legs for my birds so here is the answer in a video. The wire used is 18 gauge. Thanks for watching!

Pouches and doilies and leaves, just a few of my favourite things.

Bluebird of happiness. I only had enough of this pretty turquoise to make 3, such is the way of reclaimed fabric. Limited edition 3/3. 1 & 2 have already found homes

A while back I took on the task of making a bag from a Hudson’s Bay sweater. The owner has been enjoying it for a few months now and I realized I never shared the pictures. Along with the sweater I used some beautiful soft leather to make a messenger style bag with an extra long adjustable strap and a plaid shirt interior. Perfect for a Canadian winter don’t you think?

Goldie on a monstera ~had to combine my love of sewing and my love of house plants somehow. I watered all my plants this morning and now I’m cutting out yellow fabric

A ray of sunshine on a freezing day

Progress on my fabric interpretation of a yellow finch. Time to stitch

Chickadees are tiny reminders to stay curious and cheerful

Working on a custom bag, Which lining will I chose? #hudsonsbaystripes

Hey you, got any bird seed? ~Two chickadees are now up for adoption! These birds are handmade with lots of love and hand-stitching from vintage and repurposed fabrics. ~$25 each (No bird seed actually required ;)

Mrs. Cardinal sitting pretty Tomorrow I will be listing a cardinal couple and 2 chickadees. They can’t wait to fly to new homes.

Everything is grand at the Mother’s Day pop up shop

I’ll be participating in a pop-up shop today at the Grand Hotel ballroom downtown Carleton Place. FREE Admission (donations of non-perishable food for the Lanark County Food Bank are appreciated)

These birds underwent a little surgery as it was pointed out to me that their legs were bent the wrong way. Now I know that bird legs don’t bend the same way as a human knee. You learn something new everyday.

Hello feathered friends Have you spotted any cardinals lately?