Meet Norma
Norma Irish is the founder of Eco Repurpose Boutique and a U.S. Army Veteran. She fell in love with Vintage Addiction's repurposed retired military tents made into bags and other unique products.
But, Norma's product line doesn't stop there. She's passionate about finding unique eco-friendly, cruelty free, fair-trade products made by people that are treated with respect and paid a livable wage.
Sustainable
Norma's Favorite Quote
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
Maya Angelou
DETERMINED &
ON A MISSION
HONORING HISTORY & THE FUTURE
Welcome to Eco-Repurpose Boutique, a place where you can find recycled and upcycled military bags, plus a whole lot more. We are a family-owned & operated local boutique in Ruston, Washington. We are more than just a simple eco-friendly shop, it is our mission to make your eco-conscious shopping experience a happy and memorable one.
We are veteran-owned, and our products are a simple way to honor and give tribute to the sacrifices and contributions of military veterans. We source one-of-a-kind bags that are made from authentic, used military tents. This gives new life to these materials that have provided comfort and shelter for our military.
Not only will you get a beautiful and sturdy bag, but you’ll also be taking away a piece of history. Aside from our bags, we also sell a collection of eco-friendly goods at our boutique.
Norma shares, "Our business has evolved over time with what we consider important to us as parents and grandparents. To leave this planet in a better condition for our family and yours.
We are conscious of our impact on the environment, and it is our goal to encourage this lifestyle. As a mom-and-pop store, we only carry a limited number of products so you can rest assured that you’re buying a unique item from our shop. Thanks for visiting Eco-Repurpose Boutique and happy shopping!
So, the next time you're out in the Tacoma/Ruston area, be sure to swing by and say hi! The in-person experience definitely beats shopping online. We look forward to meeting you!"
Norma
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In addition to being a small business owner for over 15 years, Norma has lived quite the life! She is a U.S Army veteran and was a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) with Pierce County Juvenile Court - and a licensed foster parent in Washington State. She sat on the Board of the Iron Cross Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit charity that grants scholarships to aspiring male gymnasts. Another fun fact, Norma is a certified balloon artist and has been married to her best friend and husband Joshua Irish for more than 25 years. She's a mother of seven with two beautiful grandchildren.