My first Looptworks purchase was made a few years ago, a case for a tablet that has held up beautifully. When gift shopping recently for a friend who's a big NBA fan, they were a natural choice for a fun item made from materials that may have otherwise gone to waste. The Looptworks materials have fascinating backstories... leather from the fantastic Langlitz shop nearby, wool from Pendleton Mills, NBA and college athletic wear, sailboard sails, leather from airline seats, denim that was first recycled into bags for coffee and then reused a third time as Looptworks luggage material. You'll find lovely descriptions and photos at the web site, but if you're in Portland, you can pick up orders at their headquarters, where you can get up close and personal with their products at the display in the lobby. Treat yourself to something unique, while reusing materials at the same time. read more