OffChutes
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Announcement
Bamboo Chutes' upcycled handmade items are fashioned from recycled paragliders and parachutes. My goal is to reduce the addition of material to landfills. All my wallets,bags, purses and accessories are made from the incredibly strong ripstop nylon fabric and cords of used paragliders and parachutes. These giant sails or wings that allow pilots to float in the clouds on thermal winds have a lifespan that renders them useless when they can no longer pass their safety inspections. But the gorgeously colored and incredibly durable fabric gets a second life as unique "green" fashion accessories. No two items that I remake are ever identical. I never know what I will get to work with. Each wing has its own story. Own a piece of the paragliding experience.
Thanks so much for visiting my shop.
Please add Offchutes to your Etsy favorites and "Like" the Facebook page (BambooChutes) so you can keep up to date with new additions. You can also follow along on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/offchutes
Announcement
Bamboo Chutes' upcycled handmade items are fashioned from recycled paragliders and parachutes. My goal is to reduce the addition of material to landfills. All my wallets,bags, purses and accessories are made from the incredibly strong ripstop nylon fabric and cords of used paragliders and parachutes. These giant sails or wings that allow pilots to float in the clouds on thermal winds have a lifespan that renders them useless when they can no longer pass their safety inspections. But the gorgeously colored and incredibly durable fabric gets a second life as unique "green" fashion accessories. No two items that I remake are ever identical. I never know what I will get to work with. Each wing has its own story. Own a piece of the paragliding experience.
Thanks so much for visiting my shop.
Please add Offchutes to your Etsy favorites and "Like" the Facebook page (BambooChutes) so you can keep up to date with new additions. You can also follow along on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/offchutes
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Alex on Jul 25, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExactly what I was looking for in a wallet! Awesome attention to detail on this.
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Alison on Jun 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsMy husband loves his new wallet, stylish, robust material and the stitching work is very secure... great for a much used wallet !! Also arrived on time for a birthday as per my request. Nicely presented packaging and thankyou card.
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Sydney on Jul 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsMy wallet came super quickly, it was shipped the same day I ordered it. It came wrapped and with a sweet note. It looks super durable and fit everything I needed it to!
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Yassin on Jul 9, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExcellent quality item that is sustainable and looks great! Very pleasant interaction with the seller :) highly recommended!
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Karen on Jul 6, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love it! This wallet was a custom order for the color combo. My questions were answered promptly and the wallet was made and shipped super fast.
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Bernie on Jun 6, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI had a great experience. The item arrived quickly. It was thoughtfully packaged and came with a personalized thank you note. Barbara's sense of heart shines through each part of the process.
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nondualme on Jun 5, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis purse is wonderful. The size of the bag is great [not too small not too big] and the length of the strap is adjustable enough to fit both short and tall. The zippered pockets - inside and out - are an extra bonus. Moreover, the zippered pockets are placed in such a way that - when used - they balance the weight and form of the bag throughout. I really appreciate the large pocket in front. The pocket allows one to easily reach for sunglasses, maybe some some grocery store coupons or a small notebook. Got caught in the rain last week - no worries, the bag dried clean in about three minutes. Barbara is so sweet and easy to work with.
Here’s what I love about this purse:
Light as a feather, strong as steel
Design, creativity and craftsmanship are impeccable
The material is unique, artistic and spirited -
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About OffChutes
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Designing wallets with the rainbow of colors!
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Paragliders become headbands!
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An art quilt of wallets!
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Paragliders become wallets!
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Rainbow of wallets!
A Second Wind for Old Wings
Glance up to the sky on a warm summer day in Southern Oregon and you just might be treated to a man-made rainbow. Woodrat Mountain is home to two yearly international paragliding competitions involving hundreds of fliers. Paraglider wings are made up of two layers of fabric connected by a series of open baffles that fill with air to keep the flier suspended and floating on thermal winds. The fabric is ripstop nylon. Ripstop has a grid of metallic threads imbedded in the fabric that gives it strength and rip resistance.
When a paraglider wing can no longer pass the required safety inspections these incredibly large fabric wings are packed off to the landfill. They can no longer be used and must be kept out of the reach of children and uncertified adults.
When a friend mentioned he had decommissioned wings to take to the landfill I had to take a look. These huge flying giants were gorgeous. Bright, brilliant bold colors that hung in the air like bits of fireworks. So different from the matte finish cottons in muted and deep colors that I usually worked with making art quilts and wall hangings.
I deconstruct the massive wings strip and baffle at a time, then wash all the strips and hang them out to dry in the sun. And then the interesting work begins....
What was once dirty, wrinkled and discarded is now transformed into useful, beautiful and fun wallets, bags, headbands, sachets, bookmarks and whatever else strikes my fancy. We can make beautiful things without polluting or damaging the planet.
Follow me on Instagram...... Username: Offchutes
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Shop members
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Barbara
Owner, Designer, Seamstress
I have always sewn and painted- embroidery, applique and quilting. I love fibers and fabrics- the colors and textures. I love the fact that fabric allows you to keep adding ideas. And using recycled fabric makes me feel good about it all.
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I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: