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Fortune
Megan Leonhardt

How an entrepreneur turned a side hustle charging up to $1,000 to paint on luxury handbags into a career

(Credit: Image courtesy of Michele Sobel)

Imagine spending thousands on a Louis Vuitton satchel only to paint all over it. 

To some, it may be sacrilege. But to others, it’s the customization that makes the bag that much more special. At least, that’s what one New Jersey bespoke artist, Michele Sobel, aims to deliver—hand-painted designs that personalize everyday items for her clients. 

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