Modern Artisans: Recycled Vinyl Records into Trays and Bowls

Vinyl Record Snack Tray

Designer Jeff Davis puts a new spin on recycling by rescuing neglected records and creating fascinating works of functional art. His vinyl snack trays are created from actual vintage 12" albums and are perfect for fruit, chips or dry snacks. Individually made in the USA, the shallow tray has the original album label intact and protected with a clear mylar seal.
Heralded for the fun, creative use of recycled materials, Jeff’s vinyl creations have been featured in numerous museum exhibits and magazines throughout the world. Trays sold separately.

Available in two genres:
* Rock Essentials (artists such as The Police, Eric Clapton, YES, Santana)
* Crooners (artists such as Nat King Cole, Sinatra and Dean Martin).

Price: $24.99

Vinyl Record Bowls

Designer Jeff Davis has put a new spin on recycling by rescuing discarded records and creating them into fascinating works of functional art. Yes, these unbelievable bowls are made from actual 12" vintage vinyl records! Perfect for fruit, dry snacks, or upbeat contemporary decoration, these sturdy record bowls have the original label intact and protected with a clear mylar seal.
Heralded for the creative use of recycled materials, Jeff’s vinyl creations have been featured in numerous museum exhibits and magazines throughout the world. Bowls sold separately. Made in the USA.

Choose from the following genres:

* Rock Essentials (Essential artists such as The Eagles, Rolling Stones, Elton John, Janis Joplin, Beach Boys, The Byrds, Bob Segar, YES, Allman Brothers, Elvis, Neil Young, KISS, etc.)

* Country (Artists such as Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, Kenny Rogers, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Alabama, Waylon Jennings and Emmy Lou Harris)

* 70's/80's Pop (Artists such as Wham, Donna Summer, Thompson Twins, Barry White, Madonna, Simple Minds, Eurythmics, Adam & the Ants, Rick James, Culture Club and the Go-Go's)

* Divas (Artists such as Barbara Streisand, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Judy Garland, Cher and Bette Midler)

* Crooners (Artists such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, Johnny Mathis, Tom Jones and Tony Bennett)

* Jazz (Artists such as Count Basie, Horace Silver Quintet, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Herbie Hancock, Cannonball Adderly, Sarah Vaughn and Stan Getz)

Price: $24.99

Brazil: Crocheting with Pop Can Tabs

Escama Studio combines sustainable design with fair trade principles to create a new breed of alluring fashion accessories.

Based in San Francisco, Escama Studio works directly with two Brazilian craft cooperatives—Cia do Lacre and As Panteras do Lacre—to design and produce these sleek, modern pieces using traditional crochet techniques and recycled aluminum pull-tabs.

Here is a video from a fashion show with their apparel:


And one more:

The Fine Art of the Tin Can: Techniques & Inspirations

The Fine Art of the Tin Can: Techniques & Inspirations

Product Description
"Contains...imaginative art objects...Hanson builds enthusiasm in his text for the craft, and he does it with wit."--Arts & Activities

In a newly revised and expanded version of his original success, celebrated folk artist Bobby Hanson takes the humble tin can and elevates it to art. On display in attention-grabbing photos are an array of quirky objects that will delight and amaze--and all it takes to make them are a few simple tools, some cans, and these simple instructions on cutting, shaping, riveting, and soldering. The charmingly fun projects include some childlike objects such as whistles, trucks, and airplanes; a "Tin Pan Alley" series of musical instruments, including a "canjo" and chimes; and even stunning jewelry and sculptures. Artists, metal crafters, and anyone seeking a new creative outlet will find inspiration aplenty in these uniquely original ideas and projects.