Quick Finds: Candy Cravings

2 Apr 2008 In: fashion
Mark Vaarwerk Jewelry

The only word that sprang to mind over and over again as I looked at the work of Mark Vaarwerk was…delicious! His recycled plastic container rings, brooches and bracelets look like little bits of juicy eco-candy!
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Quick Finds: Lower Impact Jewelry

26 Mar 2008 In: art, trash

McKenna Hallet Jewelry

Recycled art is wonderful to find and share, but I sometimes wonder about the processes to make it. Are they just as eco-friendly as the materials used?

“Wearable art made without burning fossil fuels from stuff I find.”

McKenna Hallet is an inspiring found-object artist who truly practices what she preaches. Besides having an eye for making stunning jewelry pieces out of trash ‘n scraps, she uses her jewelry to introduce her concept to “Stop Recycling”–no, don’t blink, you read that right.

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Featuring artistic items made from recycled materials and a creative heart. Artists, crafters & companies are welcome to submit their items.