Boston - October 28, 2008

Tie One On

Toadtree Studio Customized Neckties

When you were little, you walked in his shoes, fed his socks to the cat, and smeared his shirts with ice cream.

So surely your dad won’t mind when you steal his favorite necktie?

Only if you take it to Nicole Deponte, the creative force behind Toadtree Studio in Revere. Deponte will embellish the tie with vintage buttons, peacock feathers, recycled leather, and sparkly beads, turning it into a one-of-a-kind accessory that can be worn as a belt, necklace, or sash.

Or let Deponte draw on her curated stash of materials to create a unique earring, cuff, hairpin, or ring.

Uh oh, Dad: Looks like your little girl’s all grown up.

Available at Turtle, 619 Tremont Street, South End (617-266-2610 or turtleboston.com); by phone order (781-284-0582) or e-mail nicole@nicoledeponte.com. To see styles, go to nicoledeponte.com.