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Giveaway- Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

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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.

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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. Have been making paper beads for a while and how fun would it be to do so much more.

  5. As a beginning jewelry maker and a dedicated upcycler, this book would make my crafting and upcycling easy and fun. I’m so impressed with this book and would love to add it to my crafting library … thanks so much for the chance!

  13. I love learning new ways to repurpose would-be trash into something new and functional & a book like this would be perfect. It would also be fun to learn & share with my kids.

  14. I would love this- it would be fun to play with as one of my intended projects this summer is paper beads.

  15. I would love something to use my scraps – I never throw anything away! Thanks for the chance to win!

  22. How wonderful! I can’t imagine how much fun it would be to own this book. The book earrings are perfect. I can see high school and college girls craving them. How creative!

  24. I’d love to win this! Making things with paper is one of the most fun things to do, and this book looks like it has a lot of neat ideas. Thanks for the chance!

  27. So exciting! Love the post and the book looks awesome. I love paper and thanks so much for a chance to win!~kim

  31. I’d love to win this book – it sounds like a great way to use my “extra” scrapbook paper 🙂

  34. Hope I win this. I have been wanting to try making paper jewelry. Thanks for a chance to win this book.

  42. What a fun book! I enjoy working with paper, and making jewelry is part of that pleasure. Thanks for the chance to win. 🙂

  46. I love the look of reusing old music, but there are certain pieces I don’t dare touch. I should get a old book from good will or somewhere for projects. This looks like fun.

  49. I love paper crafting and recycling items, so this sounds like a very interesting bookThanks for the chance to win.

Have you read?

Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

If you love a good wine and a stylish cheese platter, then this recycled flat wine bottle cheese board will be your new best friend. Not only does it combine two of life’s greatest pleasures, but it also gives a second life to old wine bottles, turning them into something functional and chic.

I stumbled across a similar piece at a friend’s gathering last year, and I couldn’t stop admiring it. The wine bottle was almost unrecognizable—transformed into a sleek, modern board for snacks and small bites. It’s the perfect conversation starter, and honestly, it brings a certain wow factor to any dinner party or casual gathering.

This cheese board isn’t just pretty; it’s practical too. The smooth surface is ideal for serving everything from crackers to fruit to your favorite cheeses. Plus, it’s an awesome example of recycling and upcycling, keeping those old bottles out of landfills while elevating your entertaining game.

Why we love it:

  • Made from recycled flat wine bottles, adding sustainability to your kitchen

  • A unique upcycled home decor item that’s also super functional

  • Ideal for wine lovers, eco-conscious hosts, or anyone who loves a good cheese board

Not only does this board make for a stylish and sustainable addition to your kitchen, but it also makes for an awesome gift for those who love eco-friendly entertaining.