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3 Jul
Reviving Memories and Raising Funds: Howlands Receives an Extraordinary Dollhouse Donation

Reviving Memories and Raising Funds: Howlands Receives an Extraordinary Dollhouse Donation

We’re thrilled to share a heartwarming tale about an extraordinary gift we’ve recently received, and the journey we plan to undertake with it.

Reviving Memories and Raising Funds: Howlands Receives an Extraordinary Dollhouse DonationA generous soul recently walked through our doors carrying a treasure  – an incredible dollhouse. Complete with fittings, the house is a miniature wonderland, evoking memories of childhood whimsy and imaginative play.

Though the temptation to lose ourselves in this charming miniature world is great, we at Howlands have a different plan in mind. This wonderful dollhouse is not for us to play with, but for us to restore and rejuvenate.

We’ve undertaken the mission to revamp this dollhouse, preserving its essence while breathing new life into it.

We’re proud to say that several of our members have eagerly volunteered to take on this endeavour. Armed with brushes, glues, and a whole lot of enthusiasm, they are ready to give the dollhouse a makeover.

It’s a project that will not only keep our members busy but also foster teamwork and creativity.

But the journey doesn’t end with the restoration. Our grand plan for this wonderful dollhouse is to auction it off in hopes of raising funds for Howlands. It’s a beautiful cycle of giving – a generous donation leads to a collaborative restoration project, which will then hopefully bring in funds to help us continue our mission.

We are incredibly thankful for this kind donation and are eagerly looking forward to seeing the transformation of the dollhouse under the skilled hands of our members.

Stay tuned for updates on our restoration project. We can’t wait to share the journey and the final result with you. And remember, every donation, big or small, carries the potential to make a significant impact.

3 Jul
From Second-Hand to Brand-New: Howlands' Upcycling Genius

From Second-Hand to Brand-New: Howlands Upcycling Genius

At Howlands, we’ve always believed that fashion doesn’t need to be a drain on our environment or wallets. On the contrary, it can be a fun and engaging way to contribute to a sustainable future. That’s why we’ve fallen in love with up-cycling, and we’re eager to share one of our favourite projects with you today: Pam’s remarkable transformation of a white denim jacket.

From Second-Hand to Brand-New: Howlands' Upcycling GeniusOur story starts in a charity shop, a treasure trove of preloved and unique clothing items. A white denim jacket was the perfect blank canvas just waiting for Pam to start an up-cycling project with collection of buttons from our button collection.

Pam’s creative process involved more than just sewing buttons onto fabric. Each button was carefully selected, considering its shape, colour, size, and the unique aesthetic it could bring to the jacket. What was once a plain white denim jacket is now an exclusive, stylish piece of clothing.

Pam’s up-cycled jacket isn’t just a testament to her creativity and talent for design. It is a symbol of a broader ethos we hold dear at Howlands: sustainable, thoughtful, and individualistic fashion. Up-cycling isn’t merely about making old things new again, but rather, adding a personal touch to extend their lifespan and express our own creativity.

Pam is eagerly awaiting the perfect occasion to debut her revamped jacket. After all, every artist relishes the moment their work is showcased.