Indianapolis, IN- These days green is not only in, it is a must. Saving money and saving the Earth are synonymous. ReFind Originals.com, an Indianapolis-based green handbag company, did not just hop on the bandwagon; they helped to lead the charge. Handbag creator, Anita Hopper, has a love for the art and craft of making her products and an even greater conscience for lowering production and consumer waste.
In 2007, Ms. Hopper, a former budget conscious interior designer, was perusing Goodwill, when the idea to create handbags out of recycled leather dawned on her. “The coat simply wanted to be a handbag, “ Hopper said with a smile. She knew that making handbags out of recycled material would not only be good for the Earth but a great selling tool. “A lot of consumers want to make good choices and support small, independent businesses with like values.” “We are thrilled to make beautiful handbags and support the green revolution,” stated Hopper.
ReFind Originals uses only recycled leather and fabric to make their retail handbags as well as custom made goods. Many customers send Ms. Hopper old leather coats with sentimental value to be repurposed. “Our products give new life to a loved one’s old garment. They allow our customers to carry a piece of that person with them, yet in a new way, “said Hopper. Each handbag is designed and sewn by Ms. Hopper with a 4-6 week delivery schedule. The look and feel of the bags and other products is vintage chic- with varying shapes, sizes and colors. Prices vary with cuffs $32-$42, head bands and brooches $28, clutches $60-$90 and retail and custom handbags from $150- $400.
For more information or to purchase visit ReFindOriginals.com.
