A 'vegetarian making leather goods’ may sound like the buildup to a punchline, but fabric-salvaging Stacy Lynn's upcycled leather goods are serious business!

 Santa Cruz based seamstress extraordinaire, Stacy Lynn grew up with needle and thread in hand, crafting her own doll clothes like it was going out of style. Kudos to her mother for encouraging Stacy's artistic expression and teaching her how to sew at an early age. She often found herself scavenging through thrift stores and sewing new outfits and accessories from pre-owned finds. As she dove in, she became enamored with design and technique, constantly challenging herself to improve while absorbing the trends from an ever-shifting fashion market. Her motto remains: to create a “unique product that will stand the test of time.”

In 2008, she decided to take a leap and open up shop. Etsy made perfect sense. Her tiny but trusty team consists of "Hank the Tank" her industrial machine, and humble sewing machine she's aptly named "Bernie". Thanks to her minimal but mighty machines, Stacy presents whimsy but useful accessories in a playful color palette. Her top quality pieces range from jewelry to handbags to scarves and are all sewn using leather leftovers from pre-loved jackets and other fabric remnants. This ensures no waste and a sustainable fashion business process.

If you're looking for a summery go-to clutch, Makers Market is currently stocking a splashy selection of bags that beg to be carried alongside Stacy Lynn's leather feather earrings. Try the Navajo Clutch with black and brown feather earrings to stand out in sustainable style!