Toban Nichols

Director of education and development, Remainders Creative Reuse

Director of education and development at Remainders Creative Reuse

Toban Nichols on KCRW

Gifts for loved ones don’t have to be expensive or brand new. Consider buying from your local thrift store, upcycle an imperfect and pre-loved item, or make something by hand.

Turning thrifted holiday gifts into new treasures

Gifts for loved ones don’t have to be expensive or brand new. Consider buying from your local thrift store, upcycle an imperfect and pre-loved item, or make something by hand.

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