Recycling
October 16, 2008
Busy doesn’t even begin to describe my life right now. My FT job is very demanding (which I love…I hate being bored!), fall shows are in full swing, planning for my daughter’s wedding, and just trying to keep things in semi-organized chaos around the house are a challenge.
But I’m going to seriously attempt to blog, even a teeny weeny bit, on a daily basis for the next week. Get me back in the habit and I’ll probably do it on a regular basis!
Speaking of challenges…I’ve been seeing a number of challenges and contests lately for jewelry using recycled items. There are so many ways to recycle using jewelry – from mixed media projects made from found items, to redoing flea market finds – I know you can come up with some great ideas!
One of my favorites was the floppy disc charm bracelet I made for my friend Amy. Geek Chic used the metal from old 3.5″ floppy covers and it makes a great conversation piece!
Another favorite recycle project was the set of bracelets that I made from an old necklace of my grandmother’s. I used the light blue Swarovski crystals in her necklace, added some clear crystals and “garden” themed beads (dragon flies, flowers, butterflies) and made bracelets for my daughter (who’s named for my grandmother), my mom, my sister, my brother’s daughter, and me.
Look around you – is there something you don’t use, or are planning to throw away that might make great jewelry? Use your “green” eyes and repurpose something!!
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