So maybe I am a little slow, but I have finally checked out Etsy.com....And I love it!! There are so many great things there that people have made by hand from stuff that most people would just throw away. This stuff is so great that it's not just recycled, it's upcycled. Meaning it's even better and prettier than before. Here are just some of the great upcycled items we found when searching Etsy.
Glamarita TIE ME UP TIE ME DOWN Custom Ball gowns
I am desperately trying to figure out a place where I could where this to because I really want one of these dresses. Prom is in the past (not like I went to mine anyway) and as a mother to two little ones I don't get all "fancy" too often.
About the dress: These dresses are made from recycled men's ties. An average
of 36-42 ties go into the making of these gowns.
They are one of a kind, and perfect for formal events like proms, cocktail parties, etc.
For more info and to buy click here.
RECYCLED COMPUTER CIRCUIT BOARD GEEKERY BOOKMARKS
These awesome bookmarks are made from the inner
layers that make up a circuit board. They are also laminated and have added gold tassels. Because the inner layer is so thin, these bookmarks are very
flexible but also incredibly strong as they're made from fiberglass. Perfect gifts for any book or computer worm. Click here for more info.
Rescued Junk Mail
These envelopes are upcycled from a plethora of junk mail security envelopes. They come with blank address
labels. Seal with tape or lick and tuck the flap inside. Visit here to purchase and for more info.
Ecomonster (the ones who make these wonderful envelopes) also takes donations. So if you wondered what you should do with all of that unwanted junk mail, well wonder no more. Click here to learn how to turn that old mail into new mail.
Crayon Original Spiral Bound Recycled / Upcycled Mini Journal Notebook - The Colors of the Rainbow
This cool little notebook is made from a crayon box. Size is: appx. 2.75" x 3.75" Perfect for kids' doodles or to carry
in your purse or pocket. This great notebook contains
50 acid-free, blank, white, recycled (natch!) pages (100 front and
back). Backed with heavy-duty chipboard.
This notebook,along with the crayons below, were created by Ivy Lane Designs.
RACE CAR-Shaped Recycled / Upcycled Crayons
In keeping with their recycled/upcycled theme, Ivy Lane Designs also offers handmade RACE CAR-shaped crayons. (Many other shapes available) They are a perfect size for your little ones (appx. 2.25" x
1.25" - or 5.7cm x 3.17cm), and fun too. These crayons are made from recycled Crayola Crayons and are a great way to teach kids about ways to help the environment. Together with the notebook, these crayons would make a great gift, or earth-friendly, birthday party favor.
Search Etsy.com today for more Eco friendly, handmade goodies. I know I will.