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Recycled Jewelry by Alejandra Bremer Posted: 01 Jan 2013 05:00 AM PST Ale Bremer is an accomplished metalsmith and graphic designer now located in Brooklyn.  But her collection called Mexican Finds celebrates her Mexican roots. The materials which form the basis of her designs were all found in Mexico.  Even the oxidized silver frames are based on old colonial pottery designs. Loteria Earrings It is fascinating to see how Ale saw the promise in the salvaged objects she picked up.  Bits from an old board game called Loteria did not escape her keen eye. Loteria is a Mexican game is similar to Bingo but uses images instead of numbers. Other finds included leather scraps from a cobbler in Cuidad Juarez. Ostrich Leather Pendant There is also no mistaking that the salvaged soda pop can came from Mexico! Her pieces do reflect her creative philosophy. She says, "I expect my pieces to be a medium of reflection of the world we live in, the world we have created for ourselves, and the world we have become accustomed to." Found Embroidery Pendant Ale sells her creations at boutiques and markets in the New York City area. Via Before You Go: How to Make Riveted Recycled Soda Can Earrings Recycled Soda Pop Tab and Crochet Flower Necklace Tutorial How to Make Vinyl Record Jewelry, Bag and Display Tutorials ______________________________ Original Post by THE BEADING GEM Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips

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