What I make--Coin and card purses and larger phone pockets. I aIso make mug rug coasters.
Why --Because the creation of a thing makes my heart sing. Also I enjoy sewing and putting them together. It is important for me to reuse and recycle as much as possible, especially materials that would otherwise end in a landfill. The bonus of making something that someone else finds useful is a serious buzz for me.
I have been making these little purses since I was given one in early 2000's. I have given them to friends, then I sold them to raise money for my favourite charities (Relay for Life and Leg Up Trust). They are still my go to gift when I want to give a monetary present. Eighteen months ago, I succumbed to pressure from friends to make a larger version for phones and passports. These phone pockets are ideal when your usual bag is not convenient and you need to have the phone with you.