So many people are recycling these days. I've managed to incorporate something I love under the guise of recycling, but I've made it pretty, no empty milk jugs or flattened cans here! I love to visit antique shops, garage sales and second hand stores. I find such interesting things there if I'll just slow down and look,(true for finding agates on the beach, fyi.) But what I focus on is old jewelry. You can find it behind the counter at Goodwill, the front of a garage/estate sale by the cash register, and if you're fortunate, your mom or grandma might have an old jewelry box full of odds and ends. These pieces can be made into beautiful bracelets, like the ones pictured or necklaces, earrings, anklets, etc., and it's really fun to create new pieces from these vintage treasures. There are many 'findings' available at the local craft store, earring hooks, clasps, glue, etc., to complete your creations. (Kudos to my daughter for helping me with this!) I found some antique buttons and made them into beautiful brooches for my friends, I also researched the history of buttons and learned something new! So, keep your eyes 'peeled' as my mother used to say the next time you're at a sale, and see if you can't do your part to stay green (or blue, or purple, or....) :)
