Repurposing Old Items with Panahon Designs

My Speedy bag has always been a trusty companion of mine. While I love the lock and key detail, I was always unsure of what to use them for other than decor. The keys stayed in my interior purse pocket so I wouldn’t lose them. The lock was fastened to the side tab, but even with the treated leather, I was afraid the heavy metal would stretch the leather. 

One day, I was scrolling Instagram and saw a post by one of my favorite bloggers, Alyssa Lenore. She mentioned that Panahon Designs had repurposed some of her handbag charms into jewelry. I immediately contacted Panahon Designs to see if they could make some custom jewelry for me. Their site was filled with unique pieces and I wanted something similar, but with my own lock and key. 

They got back to me quickly and asked me to send them some photos from their site of styles I liked. They worked with me to figure out the best option for my lock and key. I shipped my stuff off to them (I paid for shipping) and they repurposed my lock and key into two necklaces. I was only expected one, so having another chain with a key was a wonderful surprise. In fact, I wear the key much more often because the lock is HEAVY!! 

It took about 7 days from the time I shipped the lock and key to the time I received them back. I’m extremely happy with the result and I am so glad I now have a use for my lock and key. The bag is very sentimental to me and having part of it made into jewelry makes it more special. 

Overall, I’m really happy and excited to wear my necklaces as statement pieces when I go out. Like I said above, the lock is very heavy so that I am reserving for a dinner out (once we can go out again). The key I wear on more day-to-day activities, but still when I’m not just in sweats. The Panahon website has lux jewelry from several designers and great options if you want a little bling in your life. 

I was so excited, I shared my new pieces on Instagram (not expecting anything in return). Panahon Designs saw and was gracious enough to offer me a discount code for you all to use. Feel free to browse the site and use the code LILLY10 for 10% off. Note: I do not benefit at all from you using my code. It’s just a little gift for you 🙂