Yogurt Cup Bracelet Cuff!

My sister saves me tons of yogurt cups! Unfortunately they are made from a non-recyclable plastic, which means they land in the garbage when emptied unless you find another use for them. This gives me a little extra pressure to create a use for them. I've been making earrings out of the yogurt cups, but yesterday I made a simple braceled/wrist cuff. It uses the majority of the cup, leaving a lot less to throw away. Plus it's super cute and funky and sure to stike up a conversation. I used button snaps for the closure which makes for easy on and off. And since it's all plastic you can wear it anywhere because it's waterproof! I have lots of flavors, what's your favorite?

Eco Bangle!

I bought a funky leather bangle when I was recently in Rome, Italy. I loved it so much and it inspired me to try and make one out of recycled plastic. It is a common design among leather bangles/wristcuffs. The leather bangle I bought is cut so perfectly and it was only 5 euro! I wonder if they use some kind if machine or jig and crank them right out... Mine on the other hand, was pretty labor intensive and it took over an hour to make. My leather bangle had a button stud for the closure. I looked high and low for them and found that they were quite expensive so I experimented with button snaps and really liked the finish result. Using the button snaps has opened doors for new ideas so be on the lookout for more funky eco-cuffs!

Art Opening @ Acacia Aveda Vestal, NY

I'm so excited to be part of an exhibit called 'Pretty Things' at Acacia Aveda on the Vestal Parkway in Vestal, NY! My eco-jewelry will be joining another artist from Susquehanna (actually the Susquehanna Comm. H.S. art teacher!) Jime Grabowski of Pretty Lines. Since the venue is an Aveda Salon, I am making pieces out of Aveda bottles ie: shampoo, conditioner, hair dye tubes, etc. These pieces are all one of a kind! I've listed some example pieces.

The opening will be held this Saturday, May 8th from 3pm-6pm at:
Acacia Aveda
The Shoppes at Pierce Hill
1308 Vestal Pkwy E. Suite 3
Vestal, NY 13850

Along with our art you can also enjoy mini scalp and facial treatments, teas, etc.

just to fill you in...

Sunday's 'Walk for Water' at Longbranch Park in Liverpool, NY was lots of fun. Unfortunately the weather was not favorable, but my Aveda bottle jewelry was a huge hit! And I made lots of great contacts. Looking forward to next year!

This coming weekend Saturday, April 24th and Sunday, April 25th I will be vending at the Maple Festival which is in Troy, PA. I've never been to Troy or the festival so I'm looking forward to it! Lets hope the weather cooperates too!

Aveda Walk For Water...

This coming Sunday (April 18th) I'm proud to say my business will be part of the Aveda Earth Walk 2010! Here is a quote from EANY, "Environmental Advocates of New York is partnering with Aveda Salons across the region to bring broader visibility to our work to protect water resources and prevent water pollution. As part of Aveda’s worldwide Earth Month activities, the Aveda Salons of Central New York are sponsoring a Walk for Water at Long Branch Park in Liverpool, NY on Sunday April 18 from 10am to 5pm. Proceeds from the Walk for Water will benefit Environmental Advocates of New York."

Exhibits/vendors (including me!) will be set up along the way featuring merchants and organizations to promote environmentally conscious, organic, green or earth-friendly, sustainable products, services or technology. Dogs are welcomed to walk with you too!

I've been working with Aveda shampoo bottles and hair dye tubes to create a funky series of Aveda jewelry for this event. I'm really looking forward to showing my work! This Aveda jewelry series will also be featured at the 'Exhibit of Pretty Things' with Jime Grabowski May 8th at Acacia Aveda in Vestal, NY. I'll post more on that event as it nears.