Before I was a bag . . . original, repurposed hobos

Now you've done it. Just like mama said you would. You've fallen in love with a hobo . . .

Take2 repurposed fabric, one-of-a-kind, hobo style totes with tie handles now available!  Each with their own unique story... Before I was a bag.

hidden posies hobo
Before I was a bag . . .my interior is a white/pink, graphic floral print taken from a bulletin board in a child's room.  My exterior is new; a small modern print in neutral colors.  The accent ribbon was intended for throw pillows - lovely vintage-inspired feel. Closes with velcro.  Original, 100%cotton fabrics, washable.  $85 Click here to purchase.

typewritten still-life
Before I was a bag . . .My cotton interior typewriter font fabric was purchased for use as a bulletin board backing, but I was destined for something greater! My cotton exterior is discontinued Ralph Lauren upholstery fabric, the bulk of which was used to cover a French sofa. Tassles and velvet trim only add to my elegant simplicity. Original, 100%cotton fabric, washable.  $85 Sold

embroidered floral hobo
Before I was a bag . . .Most often used for men’s dress shirting, my broadcloth interior is 100% cotton and has 2 pockets. Originally purchased to upholster a loveseat, my fantastic exterior was hand-embroidered to bring out my full potential. Custom covered button closures in just the right pattern are the cherry on top. Original, cold-water washable.  $85 Click here to purchase

Welcome to Take2 modern.repurposed.design

What is Take2?

Well let us set the story straight.

Take2 was officially created in the spring of 2012, but our workshop, affectionally known as the lair, was not set in motion until summer.

Tired of seeing tiny boutiques give way to big box names we thought we'd put our stylish heads together, break out the sewing machines & sanders and create one of kind items.

Take2's first goal?  Create singular premium designs with a split personality. How could that be possibly done? Well ....

. One of us is a brash yankee and the other is full of southern charm.

. The mix of vintage, modern, and repurposed fabrics gets our blood pumping. (Sad, we know.)

. We appreciate good design.  Snobs we are not to a particular decade.

. We know two heads are always better than one.

Take2's second goal?  Celebrate those in our community who 'do it well' by sharing their story and work.  We limit our community to the world so we can bring you the best of the best.  It could be another artist, an amazing teacher, or a fantastic chef. If you know of someone email us!

So, how does one learn about celebrated artists and get first dibs on a one-of-a-kind creations?  Simply subscribe to our mailing list and about twice a month we will send you campaign of our newest creations. After that all items will be available to the public.

XO

Jennifer and Jennifer
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And then there were 2....

Once upon a time there was a girl called JC.  Very 'type A', perfectly tiny, un-apologetically Yankee opinionated and wicked smart, JC knew how things worked.  

Along came a new girl on the block - JC other.  Very 'type B', all hips and thighs, Yankee born but Southern raised, charming but result driven, JC other knew how to get her way.

Did I mention that both girls were extremely stylish?  Brains bursting to full with thoughts of art, architecture, fashion, literature and travel brought commonalities among them.  When JC met JC, the story progressed . . . neighbors . . . friends. . . business partners.  Let's just say that JC type A, plus JC type B make a finely balanced team.  

The result?  Take2 modern.repurposed.design.  As the JCs suspected all along, two is better than one!  This theory can be seen in everything Take2 designs: 2 eras - mix modern and vintage styles, 2 fabric weights - mix wool with cotton/linen/silk, 2 lives - repurpose something to make something else, 2 uses - use something in a new way, as in 'second time around', and finally, 2 viewpoints from 2 JCs.