13 Recycled Jewelry Projects

One of the easiest ways to recycle old jewelry is to add pieces in different shapes and sizes to glass bottles and jars. Everything looks better with a touch of bling!

Let me show you how to make the coolest junk art owl with just a few recycled pieces!

Update an old birdhouse with lots of texture and dimension using vintage hardware and pieces of jewelry.

Here is such a fun and unique idea for mermaid art made with hardware and jewelry.

Turn those little bits and bobbles into the cutest wine glass charms with this simple DIY tutorial. This is a great idea for a brunch, or bridal shower. The charms can be given as favors after.

Learn how to make amazing velvet bookmarks with vintage jewelry pieces. What a great gift idea. You could even include a bookmark with a favorite book for an extra-special gift.

Instead of using store-bought drawer pulls, why not make your own using something unexpected like large brooches or jewelry pieces?

Add a wow factor to your buffet table or mantel by creating a jewelry tree topiary made with recycled jewelry. This sweet tree is not just for the holidays!

Turn an ordinary watering can into a piece of garden art by adding crystals or other bling to the spout. Such a cool idea!

Make canvas art into designs like a tree, heart, or anything you like simply by adding jewelry pieces of different shapes and sizes. You can follow the same process for a larger wall art piece.

Anita from Unique Creations by Anita creates the most beautiful steampunk art. This festive nutcracker is filled with so much detail using broken jewelry chains and other odds and ends. Such a clever idea!

You can never have too many keychains, especially when they are as pretty as these angels complete with a bit of sparkle!