Recycled Glass Beads

I got a new bead order in last week, recycled glass beads made in Indonesia and Africa. At first I wasn't sure how to use them as they are pretty heavy, but I got to thinking and playing with them, and with some chain and voila! I am very pleased with the results. My photos are pretty good, but do not do them justice.

ice blue copper

sky blue silver

Grey Brown Aqua

I am lucky enough to have had some great supply packages come in, in the past week. I am really enjoy working with the new beads, chain and findings, plus adding the new supplies to what I had.

aqua grey

greyed brown

I have been working with recycled beads, recyclable metal and recyclable glass. I am building an eco friendly line of jewelry for the green tradeshow. I will admit I really wrestled with what constitutes "green" in jewelry. Can one component make the piece eco friendly or does every component have to be earth friendly? I am still not really sure, but I think if it feels right in my heart, then it will be okay.

I hope.