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Think about going green in your craft; I do
By Krystal Backer
Going green is something we should all do in our day to day lives. Every where you turn there are commercials, newspaper articles, advertisements and even cartoons telling us to reduce our foot print on the Earth.
As a family we do our part; we have an organic garden that we water using our grass clippings and rain water. We recycle, have energy appliances etc etc. But I won't bore you with what you already know.
I'm going to share with you what I do in my jewelry world to reduce my foot print.
First never underestimate what you may find at yard sales, flee markets or second hand shops. My mother and I dig deep at these places to find all shorts of great finds. Sometimes you have to be willing to look outside the box. Is it a broken beaded lamp or is it a beautiful recycled bracelet? I always see what could become of another person's trash. Not only will you save money on supplies but you're doing your part to save the Earth.
Recently I've taken up the art of Resin Casting. Wow now there's a craft that supports going green. You can cast just about anything in resin so use the comic page in your art. Submerge some grass clippings from mowing the lawn. Let you imagination guide you.
As a wire wrap jewelry maker I was excited to find that some companies will pay you to recycle your wire scrapes. You can also use those metal scraps to make a tumbler. Just collect your wire trimmings, some bolts, an old coffee can, some water, a drop of dish soap. Put the water, soap, scrapes, bolts and the items you need tumbled in the coffee can. Then seal the can with some duct tape and roll it back and forth with your feet while you create. Bam not only did you recycle but you got some exercise too.
There are classic ways to help your crafting business go green too. Try paperless invoicing to reduce paper usage. When you aren't on your computer turn it off as well as your other crafting gadgets. Try reusing paper that has been printed on one side. You can visit your local schools, business and recycling centers to find this paper. Not only is it a great way to recycle twice but it's generally free.
So you say hey I'm not into crafting what about me? My suggestion is to visit Etsy or Qassia and search recycled goods. Not only will you find a great handmade item and helped an artist but you'll do your part to save this Earth.
Now go out there and do your part!
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The beads in this bracelet came from a broken purse.
The green beads in this set of earrings came from a broken beaded basket.
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