is: charm necklace
was: vintage buttons by grandmother’s buttons

Why it’s eco friendly: In each creation, the main point of interest is an antique button, vintage glass cabochon, or vintage chandelier parts which have been re-purposed into one-of-a-kind jewelry. Grandmother’s Buttons even has a vault filled with buttons and specialty items from as far back as the 1800s’. This particular button & chandelier necklace, $122, is a graceful, triplestrand necklace featuring vintage Czechoslovakian crystal chandelier parts and one antique button, circa 1880-1900. The company sells hundreds of different types of jewelry and accessories created with some of the most amazing buttons we’ve ever seen. www.grandmothersbuttons.com

is: hand-painted cuff bracelet
was: dominos by the 3 sisters

Why it’s eco friendly: Limited edition Domino bracelet, with a vintage “Through The Looking Glass” motif. The handstamped, hand-painted bracelets are crafted using reclaimed dominoes strung with vintage glass beads. This eco-friendly bracelet evokes the past with a old-world Alice In Wonderland design. $135,. www.the3sisters.com

is: playful initial earrings
was: scrabble tiles by churoncalla

Why it’s eco-friendly: Creative eco-jewelry maker, Fredy Roncalla and wife, Chess, of Churoncalla sell antiques and hand-made re-purposed jewelry in their Hoboken, N.J. store and in flea markets and craft fairs in the NY area. These darling wooden Scrabble tile ear rings are perfect conversation starters-who doesn’t remember playing Scrabble? Perfect for daytime wear, and very easy on the pocketbook too. The minimalist designs appeal to all ages. Their latest collections include typewriter key jewelry and semi-precious stone necklaces fashioned from silverware serving pieces. Earrings $10. www.churoncalla.com