Textile News & Donation Info
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This One is Close to My Heart
Last year, on Jan 3rd, we got the shocking and devastating news that my spouse's father, Charles, had passed away, unexpectedly. It happened so fas... -
Everybody always picks on poor Sal.
Everybody always picks on poor Sal. Here's his backstory for those interested: Years ago, I was on the hunt for a head model to photograph hats and... -
Xochitl's Husband
So, one of my clients called me a few weeks ago while I was in the middle of doing multiple things and only partially listening to her...she start... -
A Bucket Hat touched two lives
A number of years ago this beautiful human being and I pioneered trans choral singing in Los Angeles. We created the first trans chorus group in L... -
The Outdoorsman
It was such an honor to be given the opportunity to create this upcycled bag for my client, Brittney. You see, her father passed away recently and... -
So, why The DFHG Big HAUNTED Giveaway?
So, a while back I asked myself a question: How could I bring attention to my upcycled business during one of my favorite holidays AND help others at the same time?
I thought, "well, lots of folks do giveaways, right? So how can I make my giveaway even more special?" -
The "May The Fourth Be With You" Big Giveaway Prize Pack Details
A bunch of us rebels who’re big Star Wars fans got together this year to bring you this EPIC Star Wars giveaway ending on May 4th in honor of "May The Fourth Be With You" Day. This prize pack features Tanis Brown’s new book, The Official Star Wars Knitting Pattern Book along with gorgeous yarns hand-dyed by Blue Barn Fiber Arts and Lazer Sheep Yarns, an entire custom notions package from Twin Mommy Creations and custom upcycled bags by me, Dragonfish Handmade Goods.
Here's more info about each of the makers and each of the items in the giveaway:
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Spurts of brilliance but mostly a big 'ol mess of this = 2020
I looked at my wall of fabric and realized it was in such a disarray. I thought, hmm, that sorta sums up 2020, doesn't it? While reflecting on... -
People ask me all the time, “do you take clothing donations?”
People ask me all the time, “do you take clothing donations?”
The short answer: Yes. And thank you for thinking of me, first.
The longer and more complex answer, and what I should start with, is mainly what I can NOT use...
