Welcome to Recapture Designs
A Journey Through Time, Textiles, and Transformation
Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Robin Densten — I’m a designer, maker, and passionate lover of vintage fashion. I’ve always believed that the past has stories worth retelling, and I’ve built my business around honoring those stories — one piece at a time.
Let me take you back to the beginning. When I opened my business in 2001, the very first challenge I faced wasn’t sourcing materials or setting up a studio — it was finding the right name. I needed something that captured the heart of what I do: restoring old furniture, collecting vintage clothing, and repurposing beautiful, timeworn linens and textiles.
I’ve always been drawn to things with a past — objects that show signs of love and wear, things that might otherwise be forgotten. But instead of seeing something worn-out, I see potential. I see character and fine craftsmanship. I see stories waiting to be retold in a new way.
Over dinner one night, while brainstorming names with my husband (for what felt like the hundredth time), I found myself repeating a single word again and again: recapture. That was it. That was the spark.
I wanted to recapture the past — not just in a nostalgic sense, but in a way that gave new life to forgotten treasures. Whether it’s turning an old dresser into a statement piece, transforming antique linens into wearable art, or curating collections of vintage fashion that feel timeless all over again — Recapture Designs is about revival, reinvention, and respect for craft.
This blog is a space where I’ll be sharing not only the behind-the-scenes of my creative process, but also the stories that inspire me. You can expect everything from project diaries and vintage finds to styling tips, and maybe even a few of my favorite flea market adventures.
Thank you for being here. Whether you're a fellow vintage lover, a curious creative, or someone looking to fall in love with the old made new — welcome. I’m so excited to share this journey with you.
Cheers ,
Robin