Bonnie Getchell
Jill Porter created JMP Designs through, what she calls, a “happy accident.” While planning a family get-together, she challenged herself to only use recycled materials for decorations– she decided that she would make recycled flower centerpieces. Porter explains:
I loved the bright colored aluminum cans in my pantry and began cutting them up and shaping them into a bouquet of flowers. I loved the process and for months after the party I was still cutting soda pop cans and designing them into wearable art jewelry.
In June of 2010, Jill opened her etsy shop, JMP Designs, and has since sold recycled soda can art jewelry to 49 states and 10 countries! I am so glad that this “happy accident” happened because Jill’s jewelry is absolutely stunning! In the picture above you can see her gorgeous embossed heart necklace made from an Arizona Tea can. Isn’t it awesome? Here are a few more examples of her incredible pieces:
Starbucks Flower and Leaf Pendant Necklace
Recycled Soda Pop Tops Bracelet
Soda Can 3D Butterfly Earrings
In case you were wondering where she gets all of these soda cans, Jill recycles the cans from drinks consumed by her family and friends. Then, she designs, cuts, embosses and assembles each piece herself! As her Etsy shop states, “My goal is to make the world a little greener with style,” and Jill at JMP Designs is doing just that!
I make jewelry out of recycled paper and cardboard. I love upcycling something that would otherwise end up in a landfill into beautiful jewelry.
Hey Sherri!
Thanks so much for leaving a comment! That’s so awesome that you make jewelry out of recycled materials!! I visited your facebook page– love your bracelets! 🙂
-Bonnie
So wonderful! How / what tool give such a perfect smooth cut? I gave been wanting to cut metal for some time but not sure where/how to begin.
Thanks
Hey Holly!
I’m not sure what tool she uses to give such a perfect and smooth cut, but if you click over to the JMP Designs Etsy page, you should be able to message JMP Designs directly. Hope this helps!
How do I find a LOCAL artisian that uses recycled glass to make art? I want to give them my glass containers after cooking instead of throwing them in the trash.
I’d suggest using Etsy’s “shop local” too. You can find crafters in your area who make all kinds of things! Here’s a link:
http://www.etsy.com/local?ref=fp_nav_local
Bonnie, I to am a recycle craft person. I love your work. You put so much detail into it. Thank you for sharing it. I have bookmarked a couple of things on etsy I will be buying. 🙂
Hi guys. Your local freecycle.org will be a good place to find and donate mayerials.