Treasures by Louise

I had a strand of 'ugly' beads, think they are plastic, and a wild combination of colors. My mother found them at a rummage sale. I set them aside, not knowing what I would do with such beads. I recently pulled them out and sorted them by color. I found the green and orange colored ones went nicely with some assorted beige glass beads, they made up into a very nice necklace. I'm showing it today in honor of earth day. It has inspired me to create more upcycled jewelry coming soon!

Check out GreenCraft magazine by Stampington and Co. They have some wonderful ideas about using the supplies you have on hand! Here is where I discovered some handbags made from recycled wool clothing. There are many more green crafters in the magazine.  GreenCraft magazine The handbag artist is also a blogger and shares her creations on her blog: Grandma Peden's Porch

Welcome to my Blog. (Mom!) With a New Year upon us, I should dedicate some time to cleaning out the mess that the basement has become. I should stop buying craft supplies, especially if I already have them some where in the dungeon (!). Better yet, make beautiful and creative things with what I have on hand. I so admire the artists of collage and assemblage who create beautiful art with 'found objects'. I have begun some little wall quilts to test out my newly restored sewing machine and I look forward to posting photos soon. Meanwhile, I will add a link to an Etsy artist who makes tote bags using recycled vintage fabric: Recycled Canvas Carryall