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Giveaway- Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

July 21, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

Paper jewelry

Enter to win the beautiful new book Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

by Barbara Baumann by leaving a comment in today’s post by July 30th, 2015.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check out our favorite supplier BeeBeeCraft

 

Beautiful and creative contemporary designs abound in this book. They are very do-able for virtually any level crafter. If you like making jewelry and looking for a good tutorial book on working with paper this will surely give you lots of directions and ideas for your designs. If you are a paper crafter or mixed-media artist looking to get into jewelry making this would make a great guide.There are some astounding new concepts and ideas in this book like using cigarette filters as beads!!!!! I will be running right out to try this new material to work with. There are some other really innovative combinations of materials and construction techniques that I look forward to trying as well.

More about the book from the publisher, Schiffer Publishing:

“With detailed instructions, templates, and colorful photography, this book shows how to craft 55 paper jewelry projects. Colorful and graphic designs range from necklaces, brooches, earrings, and bracelets to hair accessories. Learn how to find inspiration in a wide variety of recycled papers. Projects re-use maps, stationery, comic books, cardboard, magazines, and even candy wrappers. The various projects appeal to a wide variety of aesthetics, from the more traditional and refined to the more contemporary and flamboyant. There are also projects for a wide range of skill levels, making this an inspiring and practical book for everyone from beginners to established jewelry artists.”

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Comments

  1. cynthia says

    July 22, 2015 at 9:29 pm

    I make paper beads. Would love to check this out.

  2. Kathy H says

    July 22, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    This book looks wonderful. I love working with paper!

  3. Kathy Davis says

    July 22, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    My granddaughter and I will have fun with this book.

  4. Cindy ziliak says

    July 22, 2015 at 10:49 pm

    Sounds like a great book! I love old paper!

  5. dana12559 says

    July 22, 2015 at 10:50 pm

    I’d love to have this book! Whoever thought to use cigarette filters as jewelry?! Thank you for the opportunity to win!

  6. mlsjewel says

    July 22, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    Would love to win this.

  7. Debi Jenkins says

    July 22, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    I’m very intrigued by this book. What lovely little book earrings. The new innovating combos of materials, and techinques for paper jewelry sound like a lot of fun!

  8. Sherri Harris Nourse says

    July 23, 2015 at 12:11 am

    Would love to win this book! Thank you!

  9. sherrytx says

    July 23, 2015 at 12:27 am

    So fun and creative! Would love to try these projects.

  10. puffinliz says

    July 23, 2015 at 2:59 am

    I put this book on my wish list, it looks like it has some great projects!

  11. P says

    July 23, 2015 at 4:16 am

    I love origami, cut paper, and jewelry; this sounds right up my alley!

  12. Jeanne Raffesberger says

    July 23, 2015 at 7:08 am

    Would LOVE to win this!

  13. Donna H says

    July 23, 2015 at 8:42 am

    This book looks wonderful and full of creative ideas. Thanks for this great giveaway!!

  14. Joan Swartz says

    July 23, 2015 at 8:56 am

    I love to give unique, handmade gifts using repurposed items. Thank you for offering this book in a give away.

  15. Susan S says

    July 23, 2015 at 11:55 am

    I am obsessend with paper! This is a
    must-have book!

  16. Cindy DeSpain says

    July 23, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    What a lovely book. Would love to add it to my paper craft collection. Thanks for a chance to win this!

  17. Christine Cassidy says

    July 23, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    I have some beautiful Japanese paper I would love to use for paper jewelry, great idea!

  18. Karey says

    July 23, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    Cool book! I love the idea of reusing paper!

  19. Debra Loudon says

    July 25, 2015 at 1:09 am

    This book looks very intriguing and fun! I would love to add it to my crafting projects!

  20. Kathy says

    July 25, 2015 at 9:37 pm

    ooooh…I work in a place with a lot of recycled books. This would be great.

  21. Denise Smith says

    July 26, 2015 at 4:06 am

    Looks like fun!

  22. Kimberley M. says

    July 26, 2015 at 9:38 pm

    Wow! Who knew that there were so many things we could do with paper! Amazing inspiration.

  23. wendy says

    July 27, 2015 at 11:21 am

    Recycle at it’s best! Such beautiful things made out paper that would be in our landfill. I would love to have this book and do some of these amazing things and conserving and recycling at the same time! Thank you for sharing.

  24. 64colorbox says

    July 28, 2015 at 12:50 am

    I would love to win this book! I have loads of books I need to recycle somehow.

  25. Debbie says

    July 29, 2015 at 10:03 am

    I own a used bookstore and we always have damaged books that I just hate to throw away. Now I have some fun recycling ideas! Thanks 🙂

  26. Cathy says

    July 29, 2015 at 6:54 pm

    Oh, that looks like such a cool book!

  27. Kate B. says

    July 29, 2015 at 9:30 pm

    I love working with paper. This book looks amazing!

  28. Sarah Oswald says

    July 29, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    I love making jewelry but I have never tried making jewelry out of paper so I would love to win this so I can try it out thanks for the chance to win.
    [email protected]

  29. Janice M. Salotti says

    October 26, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    The idea of recycling is important to us and it would be great to learn more about making recycled jewelery.

  30. Katherine Helen Ousley says

    August 30, 2017 at 7:42 am

    Love the look of these pieces of jewelry using old and recycled paper.

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Floppy Disk Crafts: Clever Ways to Upcycle Retro Tech

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Remember floppy disks? Those square little tech relics that used to hold our precious documents and school assignments? If you’ve got a stash of them hiding in the back of a drawer—or you stumble across some at a thrift store—don’t toss them just yet. Floppy disks are surprisingly perfect for upcycled crafting, and these ideas will have you looking at old tech in a totally new way.

One of the most popular ways to breathe new life into these retro icons is by turning them into DIY wall clocks. Whether you keep it simple with one floppy as the clock face or build a larger wall piece using multiple disks, the result is a geeky, functional work of art. Check out the step-by-step guide on Instructables for building your own floppy disk wall clock—it’s a timeless craft, literally!

Want to carry your nostalgia with you? Then you’ll love the floppy disk purse or bag ideas. These functional fashion statements are made entirely from joined-up disks, forming a sturdy and super unique bag. There are tutorials on how to make a full shoulder bag, a clutch, and even a pencil case using nothing but zip ties and some creativity.

Need a conversation-starting piece of décor? A floppy disk chandelier might be just the thing. It’s bold, futuristic, and a brilliant way to show off your upcycling skills. Alternatively, you can go green and make a floppy disk planter—perfect for succulents or desk plants. Just pop out the disk’s center, line it with plastic, and add soil. It’s easy, stylish, and great for small-space gardening.

Looking for quick, crafty projects? Try turning a floppy into a notepad, a photo frame, or a cutlery holder. These smaller projects make great DIY gifts, and they’re perfect for crafters who want instant gratification. You can even make Christmas bows or flowers out of old disks for a fun and shiny holiday twist.

For those who love organizing their craft supplies or electronics, floppy disks can be transformed into component organizers or bill caddies. With a little hot glue and imagination, they make excellent mini shelving units and storage boxes.

Feeling ambitious? Dive into the more elaborate builds like a laptop desk, a lampshade, or even a quirky birdhouse made entirely from floppy disks. These projects take upcycling to the next level and are sure to impress anyone who sees them.

Make a Floppy Disk Wall Clock : 9 Steps – Instructables

Floppy Disk Bag : 12 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables

Geeky Floppy Note Pad — CraftBits.com

Floppy Disk Chandelier : 8 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables

DIY Floppy Disk Planters – Brit + Co /

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How to Turn Old Floppy Disks Into Bracelets, Necklaces, or Belts – Instructables 

Upcycled Component Organizer – Make:

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Floppy Disk Art | Euromaxx

Bird house 

Cutlery Holder

Floppy Disks Into Pencil Cases • Recyclart 

Floppy Disk Bill Caddy : 3 Steps – Instructables

Make a Floppy Disk Wall Clock : 9 Steps – Instructables 

Floppy Disk Laptop Desk/Stand – Instructables

Disk Combobulation 

Floppy Disk Succulent Planter : 3 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables 

Floppy Disk Lampshade (with Pictures) – Instructables

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And of course, there’s wearable tech too. You can cut up and reshape floppy disks into bracelets, necklaces, or belts that scream ’80s nostalgia. It’s retro-futurism at its finest.

Let’s not forget about combining media: recycled flowers and art pieces that use floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs together to create dazzling pieces with texture and shine. Whether you’re decorating your craft room or making a gallery-worthy art piece, these materials are a dream to experiment with.

So next time you come across a box of floppy disks, don’t see e-waste—see endless crafting possibilities. With just a few tools and a lot of imagination, you can turn outdated tech into something totally unique and totally you.

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