Lisa Miller's News Interview

My new Studded Clutch

Meet my new studded clutch: 

For more details click here

It's simple, pretty, spacious, and still edgy.

 It was also paired with my clothing line on the news recently Click to be redirected to the interview.

Debut Clothing Line

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind. We launched a clothing line and became Salt Lake City's RAW Fashion Designer of the Year!

Of course, each piece in our new collection is handcrafted in Utah. 

Find us on Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/LissMee

Or Shop our collection before our website goes live:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/LissMee

RW's featured in the 2012 Green Guide. :)

Reclaimed Wreckage was featured in the Environmental Arts Division of Sale Lake City Weekly's Green Guide 2012. Click here to be redirected to the article. :)

A Special Thank You to my Customers

I was telling my friend the other day, “I don’t have the luxury of falling apart right now.” Honestly, sometimes I feel so unbelievably overwhelmed with midterms, divorce court, and work. But when things get hard, that’s when you really realize how strong you can be. I was so afraid to leave my husband and thought for sure that Reclaimed Wreckage wouldn’t have the means to support us…. I was wrong…… and it’s only going to get better.

I just wanted to sincerely thank everyone for your support. I have the best customers, family, friends, and have come into contact with some of the most amazing people. I’ve been told countless times (especially by my ex) to quit Reclaimed Wreckage and get a “real job” but every time I get feedback from you guys or emails from repeat customers, I don’t think quitting is an option. Thanks. Seriously. When I include that paper that’s basically a huge, long “thank you” in your packages, I mean it. Your support in my work will NEVER go unappreciated. You make this all possible.

Sustainable Colleen Shoulder Bag

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D E S C R I P T I O N:
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The Colleen Shoulder Bag is carefully handcrafted from blown inner tubes for an undeniably durable, water-resistant, urban-chic look. This bag is made with 99% recycled materials and is fully lined with repurposed, nylon textile.

This is a bag that will get you lots of compliments and is great for many uses. It a great bag to tote around your everyday essentials. Make sure you check the measurements first and that it will fit your stuff!

Messenger Bag Features:
-Contains 1 large interior pocket
-Water-resistant, heavy-duty exterior
-Unique chrome ring closure
-Chrome hardware
-Adjustable shoulder strap
-Fully lined
-Machine Wash. Lay flat to dry

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MEASUREMENTS:
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HEIGHT ► 11"
LENGTH ► 15"
DEPTH ► 4"
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T H E P R O C E S S :
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► The process of making each bag first starts with sourcing the materials. When a facility can not repair an inner tube, they donate it to Reclaimed Wreckage for recycling. I clean, disinfect, manufacture and draft each pattern for a completely unique finished product.

► I use as many reclaimed components as I can in each bag, including the linings, and any hardware used. Every bag is One-of-a-kind because of the vintage materials used. You may see small imperfections and wearing caused from the original material. This is part of the charm of the designs and adds to the fact that your bag has a history previous to you owning it! It's a great way to help to support sustainable approaches.

► Every bag is handmade by me, in my studio, in Salt Lake City, Utah :)

ReclaimedWreckage.Etsy.com

How to make a Turban Style Headband

I love this look. The turban headband popped up on runways all over the place in Spring 2011. Since I don't have $400.00 to buy one, and like to do things in "Reclaimed Wreckage" style, here's a tutorial on how to make one from a recycled T-shirt.

First, cut out two 5" x 22" sections from your t-shirt.

Fold them in half and sew. When sewing stretchy fabric without a serger, it helps to use a small zig zag stitch rather than a typical straight stitch. It allows the finished garment to stretch more without breaking your stitches.

Turn them inside out so you have two tubes. Next, we'll "link" them.

Lay one out flat, across the table, and lay the other on top of it to make a criss-cross.

Now, fold the bottom layer up, to link the two.

Fold the other side up.

When you pick them up, it should look like this:

Now, match the seams up, and sew the raw edges together.

You will be sewing through 8 layers of jersey at this point.

Finish your seam however you'd like and wear it with the raw edges facing in against your hair. All done!

In hindsight, I think I'd like to experiment with making it thicker, finding some stretchy lace, or embellishing it. But enjoy your new headband and take pride in knowing that you created it yourself from materials that would have been thrown out. Congratulations!