make a silk purse out of a sow's ear
The phrase "make a silk purse out of a sow's ear" means to transform or improve something that is of poor quality or has little value into something of high quality or great value. It refers to a situation where one takes something unattractive or undesirable and turns it into something beautiful or impressive through skill and resourcefulness.
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