Earth Day's Month Gift Guide

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This month’s Gift Guide we want to highlight makers and creators that recycle and upcycle materials in their creations.

Vegan Soy Candles in Upcycled Vessels

All of my candles are unique since I source all vessels from stoop sales, estate sales, antique stores, etc. I find inspiration in solely upcycling vessels and creating fragrances to match the aesthetic of the vessel.
$30
Glow To Grow

Pot Holders

I upcycle remnants from other products to design one of a kind pot holders. Each pot holder is made with 100% cotton fabric and layered with 2 insul - bright mylar/poly batting plus one layer of canvas. These fun & colorful pot holder are a great addition to your kitchen!
$18
Copper Colored Gal Designs

Wax Melts

Wax melts can be a zero-waste alternative to traditional candles if used with a wax warmer, as they can be melted and re-melted without producing any waste, or can be even used as a waterproofing agent for outdoor gear.
$15
namasei

Felt and Concrete Necklace

Felt and Concrete necklace is made from 100% wool offcuts of felt used to make perforated Architectural panels. Felt is sandwiched between sterling silver and polished concrete, with a sterling link chain. The necklace measures 2 3/4" x 7/8" x 1" high.
$125
UpStudio

OOAK Cashmere Up-cycled Maxi Dress

This one of a kind dress is made from old cashmere sweaters.
$330
SUNIQ

Recycled Silver Friendship Necklace

Recycled silver nuggets on an adjustable cotton cord.
$32
VioletRae Designs

Movie Star Prints

Prints of classic movie stars on upcycled paper
$12
The Book TreeHouse

The Verta Collection

Each piece is made from foraged and rescued caps and lids found on the streets of NYC.
$20-$40
Lenore Solmo Lifestyle

At The Ballet Earrings

This was from a vintage necklace that was given to a ballet student from her teacher. Decided to take apart and highlight by making these romantic earrings.
$45
A D’Zine

Sterling Silver Calla Lily Earrings

I am committed to sourcing materials from ethical and environmentally responsible companies. Materials such as gold and silver are a finite resource and jewelers have a duty to ensure that they are being used mindfully and respectfully, which is why the metals I use are recycled.
$90
Silver Sculptor

Dyed Coconut Disc Necklace

Renewable sustainable sourced dyed coconut shell set in sterling silver. Available with oxidized silver, bright silver or gold vermeil setting and chain. The pendant is 1.5" in diameter. Gold vermeil with a natural brown shell only. Shown with chain drop earring, or coconut shell earrings.
$160
AYALA NAPHTALI JEWELRY

POSTAGE STAMP Stationery Gift Set

Utilizing old POSTAGE STAMPS to create Stationery and Writing Cards/ 4 x 5 All Occasion Blank Note Cards w. Envelopes in Gift set of 4.
$22.50
All Access Art