Announcement
Katherine Rasmussen received her Masters degree in Communication Design from the
Pratt Institute in New York. She later polished her sewing and tailoring skills at the
Fashion Institute of Technology. Eventually, graphics and sewing collided and in 2005
when she founded Reiter8 (re-it-er-ate), which offers an expanded collection of recycled
sail totes, bags and pillows through her website: www.reiter8.com and retailers
nationwide.
Concern for the environment lead her to focus on creating products that reused
materials in an unexpected way. Sailboat sails as a material resource came to her
attention when she was vacationing on the Maine coast. Reiter8’s goal is to offer
products that have low environmental impact without compromising style.
Simple, clean, bold graphics and recycled sailboat sails are united to create handmade
products that are one-of-a-kind and kind to the environment. Reiter8 bags are modern,
sporty, fun, functional, eye catching and extremely durable.
“Working with recycled sails is exhilarating. Each sail has a different ‘hand’ - texture,
density, and crispness – a testament to its history. I have yet to come across two sails
that are exactly alike which that keeps my work fresh and Reiter8 products truly
unique.”
Katherine lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.
Etsy's Handmade Portrait : http://www.etsy.com/storque/handmade-life/handmade-portraits-reiter8-1610/
Announcement
Katherine Rasmussen received her Masters degree in Communication Design from the
Pratt Institute in New York. She later polished her sewing and tailoring skills at the
Fashion Institute of Technology. Eventually, graphics and sewing collided and in 2005
when she founded Reiter8 (re-it-er-ate), which offers an expanded collection of recycled
sail totes, bags and pillows through her website: www.reiter8.com and retailers
nationwide.
Concern for the environment lead her to focus on creating products that reused
materials in an unexpected way. Sailboat sails as a material resource came to her
attention when she was vacationing on the Maine coast. Reiter8’s goal is to offer
products that have low environmental impact without compromising style.
Simple, clean, bold graphics and recycled sailboat sails are united to create handmade
products that are one-of-a-kind and kind to the environment. Reiter8 bags are modern,
sporty, fun, functional, eye catching and extremely durable.
“Working with recycled sails is exhilarating. Each sail has a different ‘hand’ - texture,
density, and crispness – a testament to its history. I have yet to come across two sails
that are exactly alike which that keeps my work fresh and Reiter8 products truly
unique.”
Katherine lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.
Etsy's Handmade Portrait : http://www.etsy.com/storque/handmade-life/handmade-portraits-reiter8-1610/
Items
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Reviews
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Dana on Jul 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExceptional bag! So happy with purchase and super fast shipping. Thank You
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Renee on Feb 20, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove my second pillow from reiter8 - So chic and virtually indestructible. Plus ordered and received in 2days!!
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Kimberly on Feb 8, 2018
5 out of 5 starsThis is the cutest and most well-made bag ever. I LOVE it. Perfect for my laptop, makeup bag, phone, and everything else I need. Thank you so much!!
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David on Jun 12, 2017
5 out of 5 starsFine seller, who was very accommodating. Item arrived in good time and nicely packaged.
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susanthurlow on Dec 20, 2016
5 out of 5 starsPERFECT! Love this bag, thanks so much. Very quickly shipped too.
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mtnheaz on Jan 26, 2015
5 out of 5 starsHanging our Reiter8 stockings is always a highlight of Christmas! Love that they're handmade. In Brooklyn. Upcycled. Awesome!
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PMcCashin on Jan 26, 2015
5 out of 5 starsGave this as a Christmas gift to the mother in law. She loves it.
About reiter8
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My Red Hook studio!
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Red Hook sunsets are the best!
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My sewing wall of inspiration
Reiter8's Story
Simple, clean, bold graphics and recycled sailboat sails are united to create handmade products that are one-of-a-kind and kind to the environment. Reiter8 bags are modern, sporty, fun, functional, eye catching and extremely durable.
“Working with recycled sails is exhilarating. Each sail has a different ‘hand’ - texture, density, and crispness – a testament to its history. I have yet to come across two sails that are exactly alike which that keeps my work fresh and Reiter8 products truly unique.”
Shop members
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Katherine
Owner
Concern for the environment has lead me to focus on creating products that reuse materials in an unexpected way. Reiter8’s goal is to offer products that have low environmental impact without compromising style.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
All custom orders (i.e. you order a messenger bag with a custom upside down black letter Q on it) are final.
SPECIAL 2017 HOLIDAY RETURN/EXCHANGE POLICY:
All holiday purchases made between 11/28 and 12/24 of can be returned (unused and in original condition) for a refund or exchange until Jan 6th 2018. You must contact me prior to a return in order to confirm.
Payment
Shipping
US Shipping:
All bags and pillows are shipped via UPS Ground Service
This usually means 2 - 5 business days (next day to many locations in the North East!) I can give you an estimate on shipping time if you convo me with the item you're interested in and your shipping zip cpde.
Alaska and Hawaii - USPS Priority mail with tracking
Wallets and luggage tags go USPS first class (usually 3 days or less)
Everywhere Else (international): USPS which is usually 5-14 business days. Please convo me with your ship to address and I can give you and estimated delivery date and expedited shipping options.
If you would like to insure your package, please get in touch and we will send you an invoice for the added cost.
We do not refund for lost/unclaimed/undeliverable packages.
Reiter8 is not responsible for any duty charges you may incur.
Need it faster? Convo me the items you would like, your address and desired delivery date and I'll send you an adjusted shipping cost.
Reiter8 makes every effort to get your item to you quickly, however Reiter8 can not responsible for lost packages. I ship to the address indicated on your Etsy order.
If you would like tracking or insurance, please convo me and I will adjust the shipping costs.