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So many of us have a family wedding dress tucked into a closet. It's so meaningful, we hold onto it for years, but it needs a new purpose. Transforming that dress into something new breathes life into a treasured piece of family history.  There is something so special about sharing memories across generations. Having tangible keepsakes encourages us to share stories and talk about the people and places they represent.  If your wedding dress has some discoloration, stains, or aging lace, please don't be discouraged. Usually some part of the original wedding dress can be used to create something new and spectacular that...

Dance Costumes are not just sequins and fringe, they represent the hours and hours of precious time spent in the studio, perfecting the art of movement.  The patience and dedication of the dancer shines when they step onto the stage. Each costume represents a different class, style, technique, and step in the journey as a dancer.   When the recital begins, the audience has the opportunity to behold the grace and agility each dancer brings to the performance. The recital is the culmination of the many hours each dancer has spent learning, rehearsing, and pushing their mind and body to...

Now that baseball playoff season is underway, it's a great time to answer the question...What can I do with all the baseball jerseys I have saved?  Once Upon a Time Creation can help you get those beloved jerseys out of storage and back into your life in a fun AND functional way through the creation of memory blankets and pillows.  Here are some fun pictures of Baseball Jersey Memory Blankets.  We make sure to sew your button up jerseys along the opening so the buttons won't come undone while using your blanket.   Creating a memory blanket for a fundraiser or...

So many families have a fur coat tucked into a closet that has been passed down from a previous generation. These coats are no longer worn, but they are beautifully made and represent a piece of family history. So the question is...what can be done with them? We are here to answer that question.  These sentimentally valuable fur coats can be transformed into beautiful, functional keepsakes for you and your family to enjoy. Each coat can be made into a variety of gifts depending on the needs and lifestyle of your family. A fur coat can be transformed into clutches, pillows,...