Erica Weiner Recycles Watch Vials Into Terrarium Jewelry
Allison Love — July 17, 2010 — Eco
References: ericaweiner & notcot.org
Erica Weiner is quite the eco-enthusiast, turning old watchmaker vials into terrarium jewelry. The beautiful pieces all contain a live green specimen of moss. The moss stays alive due to little implementations of charcoal at the bottom of the vial.
The charcoal is supposed to keep the ecosystem healthy and thriving. The terrarium jewelry only needs to be watered (with a drop) every three weeks. The idea behind the jewelry is to keep it thriving, but if it should die, the necklace isn't useless. Erica Weiner just suggests to pick some moss and put it into the terrarium jewelry to start over.
The charcoal is supposed to keep the ecosystem healthy and thriving. The terrarium jewelry only needs to be watered (with a drop) every three weeks. The idea behind the jewelry is to keep it thriving, but if it should die, the necklace isn't useless. Erica Weiner just suggests to pick some moss and put it into the terrarium jewelry to start over.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-jewelry - The trend towards sustainable jewelry made from recycled materials creates opportunities to innovate around eco-friendly materials and design
2. Living Accessories - The use of living plants in accessories opens up possibilities to experiment with urban gardening and plant care as fashion
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Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Sustainability and environmental responsibility remain key areas of innovation in the fashion industry, with upcycling and sustainable materials as key drivers.
2. Housewares - Concepts like Erica Weiner's terrarium jewelry suggest opportunities in the housewares industry to merge stylish design with functional sustainability.
3. Green Technology - The intersection of jewelry, design, and environmental sustainability could lead to new innovations in green technology and eco-friendly consumer goods.
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