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A couple of Tooting property owners have overcome the hardship of being made redundant by taking a slightly more creative look at life and making sure that they overcome all obstacles thrown at them by the global recession. Going from being involved in architecture to making jewelry out of books was a rather far out and optimistic idea for this couple that owns a property in Tooting, but they've managed to make it work for them.

Jeremy May and Eva Chloe Vazaka met at the Royal College of Art in London years ago and built their relationship until they got married in 2006. Life for these tooting property owners was going well until they were both made redundant from their architectural careers in November 2008. This was a massive shock to the system for these two victims of the global recession, and as jobs within the industry were scarce, they were forced to think out of the box when it came to gaining a sustainable income. Thoughts of calling an estate agent Tooting and putting their property in Tooting up for sale crossed their minds, but they were determined to make the most of this situation.

Mr. May whose Tooting property is in Moring Road, said: "Being made redundant was mind-blowing. One minute you're busy with projects, and the next you're at home watching daytime TV."

So how did it all start for these two young Tooting property owners?

For their first wedding anniversary, also known as a "Paper" anniversary, the couple decided to make paper gifts for one another. Jeremy made a ring out of a Greek newspaper in a gesture to remind his wife of her home country. Eva opted for an origami lotus flower and a Japanese "peace" crane which she gave to her new husband. Neither of these Tooting property residents had any idea that this form of sentimental gifts would be so popular around the world.

Upon being made redundant, friends advised the couple to try their hand at making jewelry for others. Before they knew it, the jewelry which they made in their comfortable property in Tooting was being exhibited in parts of the UK, Japan and France.

When asked about the unique creations, Jeremy May answered:

"Each one is a one-off. They all have serial numbers and each one carries its own story. It's taking memories and history and turning it into something wearable."

We could all learn a little bit from this. Instead of sitting on our laurels when the recession affects us and claiming unemployment from the government, we can think of unique and creative ways to fend for ourselves. Kudos to the young Tooting property owners I say!

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