contemporary Etsy designs that recycle, repurpose, and reimagine

As I was updating my mission I realized that I haven’t covered as many local or emerging designers as I set out to do. Hence my following short list of designers on Etsy that reuse existing materials and repurpose them in a contemporary way. Kudos to the green designers for keeping waste out of landfills and extending the life of existing products. Please let me know of any other finds to include on my pinterest board about ‘green craft ideas”.

1. Contemporary and colorful coasters made from reclaimed wooden branches by EarthArt. They are hand painted with soy paints.

2. Mini soy wax candles in recycled liquor and wine bottle caps by Eco-Imbiber. Each candle is hand poured using organic soy wax and cotton wicks. Super-cute.

3. Graphic hobo purse handmade in Hawaii by Manila Extract from a repurposed Kauai coffee sack. The front features a bold screen print of the Kauai Akialoa bird. Fun for summer!

4. Handmade cuffs from recycled leather by TrilbyMade. They are reversible and each side has a different color like orange or blue.

5. Modern graphic pillow with a mix of solids and paisley print by stitch & spoke. It's made from recycled fabric in cotton and cotton-polyester blends.