Taking the Ecoist idea one step further, Junk Mail Gems turns trash into handbags, jewelry, magnet backs, and other adornments. While (as per the name) they work mostly with junk mail, the purse shown here is made from repurposed Capri Sun juice tetra packs. $25 USD.
Junk Mail Gems [via hugg]


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