It’s something new that I’m doing to break the “spell”. Mixed media assemblage art with a story. Old boards, all kinds of recycled materials (and some oil paint sticks that I found hiding in my studio) got me out of the uninspired mode I was in.
Their expressions are all unique and their “stories” (quotes that I find while looking for inspiration) are hand-hammered into the wood and painted.
You can find the details in my new etsy shop: boardtalkstudio@etsy.com
A few of my favorites
Embellished denim vest – “Some see a weed, I see a wish.” Now in my Etsy shop. Click on picture below to get the details.
Mixed media messages
wood blocks | painted twigs | bottle caps | buttons | wooden spools | wine corks | paint
Upcycled functional art: for holding pencils, paintbrushes, knitting needles, crochet hooks or decorative sticks.
live out loud!
embellished with recycled textiles and paint | one-of-a-kind
oversized S denim LizWear jacket
embellished denim jackets now at Bombadil Studios in Springfield, Il
upcycled using vintage textiles and other fabric snippets.
Boho happy hippie wear shipped to L.A.
Here are a few of my most recent hat creations–all are made with recycled fabrics. So. I’m working towards stocking my etsy shop — it’s looking rather bare right now. Watch for new things to come. In the meantime, to see what I’ve made (and sold) in the past you can click here. 
These. And more upcycled itzachicthing denim jackets are now at Bombadil Studios in Springfield, IL. I’ve got a stash of unembellished jackets, all shapes and sizes yet to do.
making headbands for the etsy shop and Pumpkin Festival
making.
Morton Pumpkin Festival is September 16,17. I’ll be there with my upcycled accessories. Here’s a recent creation.
new ideas for 2016.
these steampunk-y looking shoes are painted with oil based paint markers, then sealed for added protection (all can be found in my etsy shop ItzaChicThing)
the beginnings of an “end of summer hat”
handmade upcycled boho gypsy festival bag
vintage buttons, bling, lace & embroidery snippets
handstitched accents
double vintage crocheted crossbody strap
body of bag 14×13-1/2 (plus 5″ shabby chic fringe)
triple pocket on front, large pocket on back and inside.
Satin-y crinkle fabric lining
large crossbody bag, boho gypsy, festival
handmade, indie design
one of a kind
measures 13-1/2″ x 12″ usable space (plus the fringe)
upcycled using upholstery fabric samples, denim, denim pockets, vintage – lace, pearl buttons, embroidery and random bits of fabric
2″ wide strap
44″ strap
features double front & back pocket
{ you won’t see another one
handmade boho gypsy festival bag
heavy duty denim seam crossbody strap
deep front pocket 9-1/2×7
12×14 body
5″ fabric snippet fringe
handstitched accents
painted leather feather
upcycled denim cross body boho bag
front pocket velcro flap
button closure
upcycled fabric snippets, denim, vintage lace, embroidery & crochet
8-1/2×8-1/2
3-1/2’ shabby fabric fringe
one-of-a-kind handmade upcycled pouch | flowerpower design | itzachicthing.etsy.com
by rita summers
Organizer. Mother. Artist-ish.
Fashion is cool, Re-fashion is cooler!
Party, wedding and home decor
Specializing in Natural and Sustainable Landscapes
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