A while back I stopped by a new jewelry shop I heard about in Morristown that carries recycled, handmade jewelry. Appeal Jewelry, located on Cattano Avenue (I think a t-shirt shop was there formerly), was started by attorney Stacy Mikulik.
Stacy was looking for a change of pace from the attorney life and had always been interested in jewelry, so she decided to start a business of her own. She makes some of the pieces herself, but also buys handmade items from designers at jewelry shows.
Prices for jewelry in the store range from $15 – $175, so there is something for everyone. Two of the designers featured in the shop use recycled items to make their beautiful creations. They range from $30 – $80.
These necklaces are made from recycled glass and the chain is 80% recycled sterling silver. In addition to the words featured in the store, you can custom order them, too!
This beautiful necklace is made from recycled aluminum. I really wanted it, I’ll confess, but I couldn’t quite make the investment. So I “settled” for these really pretty earrings, also made from recycled aluminum.
Annnnnnnd I also got this really neat “Leaf ring” that curves up like a leaf. I can’t capture it’s uniqueness in any of my photos, so you’ll just have to head into the store to check it out.
They had all sorts of pretty colors, although I will admit that I don’t think this item was eco-friendly – just pretty – but it was handmade, which sure beats jewelry mass produced in a factory, in my book.
If you’re looking for a lovely gift for an eco-conscious (or really just style-conscious) lady, go to Appeal Jewelry! At 12 Cattano Ave., it’s open Tuesday – Saturday. Call them for hours!
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Wow – thanks for posting this! I had no idea!