Jewellery From Recycled Materials

Recycled Materials provides simple, illustrated, step-by-step techniques for creating jewellery from recycled materials.

Sustainability is foremost in the minds of many designer-makers at themoment; there has been a surge of environmentally-sustainabledevelopments in the collections shown recently at Origin, NewDesigners in Islington, Pulse and Collect. Jewellers are veryaware of sustainability issues, as such a large proportion of theirtraditional materials come from non-sustainable sources (preciousstones and metals) and they have traditionally used acids, dyes, andother techniques not renowned for their eco-friendliness. This bookwill encourage makers to recycle and show how 'pre-loved' ortraditionally throw-away materials can provide new inspiration. Includesstunning photos of the work of established and experimentaljewellers from around the world.

Inspiring examples of turning discarded items into beautiful wearable art.

The popular 500 series takes its hippest, most fun approach yet, with an intoxicatingly vibrant and technically diverse collection of contemporary jewelry. Sloan has put together a survey of the best work being done with this thoroughly modern material.

Upcycle to create 35 stunning pieces of jewelry and accessories. Discover how to take something that was destined for the trash can and give it a new purpose, transforming it into something beautiful. Expert crafter Linda Peterson shows you 35 creative ways to upcycle soda can tabs, zippers, plastic, bike chains, inner tubes, and more. From a stylish soda can tab belt to a pretty gold zipper bracelet, and from stamped plastic earrings to a chunky bike chain bangle, there’s plenty here to inspire you to get crafting. Every project has clear step-by-step photographs to guide you, and a basic techniques section covers all you’ll need to know.

Offers instructions and color illustrations for projects that demonstrate how to transform recycled materials into beautiful jewelry pieces.

Design and create amazing jewelry with these eco-friendly craft projects. Fifteen fantastic ideas for funky accessories create the perfect original fashion statement and great presents for friends and relatives. From cute and colourful bracelets and necklaces to Mother's Day gift ideas, these accessible and simple projects will save money and help protect the environment.