A photo of Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders from Wednesday's U.S. presidential inauguration has been not just a huge internet hit, but also a form of advertisement for a Saskatchewan businesswoman. She makes felted wool mittens from recycled sweaters, and Sanders's distinctive mittens have created a big interest in her business, Something from Nothing Mittens. The Saskatchewan businesswoman has been making mittens from thrifted wool sweaters since 2009. LISTEN | As It Happens finds out how Bernie Sanders got his now-famous mittens:How Bernie Sanders got the mittens Video 1:03 Jen Ellis wanted to boost U.S. senator's spirits 1:03Since the Bernie Sanders meme went viral, Boldt has received orders from inside and outside the province, including Michigan, Maryland and Calgary. The current spike in interest is special for Boldt, with business usually slowing down for her after Christmas.

Source: CBC News January 23, 2021 23:15 UTC