Gifts made from vintage kimonos
Jillian Burkett upcycles vintage Japanese kimonos into lovely, one-of-a-kind purses, pillow covers, table runners, and more. She sells them through her Etsy shop Sewn Inspired by Japan.

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Arlene Wszalek is a strategist, advisor, speaker, and cultural observer. Until recently, she served as Executive Vice President of Strategy & Innovation at Allied Global Marketing, a global agency known for performance-based, idea-driven campaigns that shape culture and drive results. Arlene has lived and worked in both the U.S. and the U.K., and her experience spans media, entertainment, technology, travel, and the arts. She holds a BA from Smith College and is a member of the Television Academy (ATAS), the Recording Academy (NARAS) and the Producers Guild of America..