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Judson Carroll

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The recent social/political climate has made people reluctant to buy or wear fur. My mom has a very nice collection of luxury fur coats, capes, wraps, etc. Most were inherited, but some she bought in NY in the 70s. They are such beautiful, classic mink and fox, etc garments. She says she has nowhere to wear them anymore and we are fairly stumped as to what to do with them. I found an article online that listed a vintage fur buyer, but they have gone out of business. Where and how could we find buyers who would pay a fair price and really value them? My perspective is that it would be a great dishonor to the critters who gave the fur, the trappers who caught the critters, the furriers, designers... and really a whole lot of people to allow such quality items to be discarded or devalued.

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Have you considered eBay? That's where my mom bought my Grammy her mink. That fur was cherished, and kept an old woman warm.

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Anne Miller

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I would put them on eBay as vintage fur coats, etc.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2553889.m570.l2632&_nkw=vintage+fur+coat&_sacat=175759

There used to be a big business in storing fur items. If there are still some of those open they would know who buys fur items.

Have you thought of repurposing them if you can't sell them?

Some thoughts: Coat lining, mittens, hats, etc.

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Anne Miller wrote:I would put them on eBay as vintage fur coats, etc.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2553889.m570.l2632&_nkw=vintage+fur+coat&_sacat=175759

There used to be a big business in storing fur items. If there are still some of those open they would know who buys fur items.

Have you thought of repurposing them if you can't sell them?

Some thoughts: Coat lining, mittens, hats, etc.

Both good ideas, thanks.... I didn't know ebay had a vintage fur category. I'll need to practice making such items before I consider cutting them up!

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Harmony d'Eyre wrote:Have you considered eBay? That's where my mom bought my Grammy her mink. That fur was cherished, and kept an old woman warm.

I really had not, but I will!

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So I have my M-I-L fur coat. You can upcycle them into teddy bears for family members. There is a self adhesive lining that you use when cutting out pattern pieces because most furs are pieced. I have bought fur at thrift stores just for this purpose.

If your not comfortable with the project find a local teddy bear maker. There was a strong crafting group nationally back in the 90s, they have clubs and conventions. Many are collectors as well.

I have seen folks also make pillows from fur coats.

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If your mom still wants to wear one you could suggest she uses it for some winter sun bathing. My mom has a lounge chair setup in the winter when it's nice she'll sit out in her fur and get some vitamin D.

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Although I would never purchase or wear purchased "fur", nor would I squander it.

Anyone handy with a needle and thread? They could be cut up for vests, slippers, boot liners or mittens if you reside in a cold climate. Hot water bottle covers, a blanket or throw for chilly nights, or as mentioned above, made into teddy or animal shapes and stuffed as toys.

Odd as it sounds, wildlife rehabilitation centers that raise mammal babies will often take donated fur coats (species specific: rabbit for rabbits, raccoon for raccoons, mink for weasels) to be used as bedding or cuddle forms (basically a stuffed tube of appropriate size) by the neonates or injured - the theory being that they have the exact tactile feel of their parent, as well as the warmth.

Lorinne Anderson: Specializing in sick, injured, orphaned and problem wildlife for over 20 years.

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