Lynda from Raleigh, N.C. sends us these photos showing recycled denim pants that she turned into these adorable purses for her grand-daughters. She also shared how inspiring it is to see others people’s work on the site and you-tube. She made these purses out of one pair of size 2 jeans for kids that she bought at a thrift store.  She cut the legs off and made the shorts purse and decorated it and lined it. She also made the handle out of some beads. (Which I think is an awesome idea!)She made all of this by eye with no pattern. Of course her grand-daughters just loved what their nana had made them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes I think we don’t realize or appreciate how precious handmade things are that people spent the time, love, and effort making. I am in my 50’s and I still have several quilts and raggedy dolls that my nana and great-grandmother made me. Each time I look at them a smile comes to my face thinking about my wonderful nana, grand-mother, and great-grandmother. I wish they were here now, so I could just hug them and thank them again for making me those wonderful heirlooms.<\/p>\n\n\n