Upcycling Expert - Annie Temmink

Annie Temmink

Annie completed her BA in sculpture and math from Davidson College in North Carolina, and received a Thomas J Watson Foundation Fellowship to travel independently for twelve months studying fashion and textiles.  From Indonesia to Japan, India to Uganda and Tanzania, she worked with village women, dove through sprawling second-hand markets and explored fashion in the world’s biggest cities and smallest towns.  The scope of her studies took her from preparing plants for organic dyes to exploring the factories that produce clothing for brand name stores.

Much of Annie’s inspiration comes from common or unwanted materials whose wide availability sparked her interest in recycling materials six years ago. Now she transforms repurposed clothing into sculpture for solo exhibitions and larger installations. Her work catches attention including that of trend forecasting companies in New York and private collectors on the east coast. Annie looks forward to blogging about her experiences and showing you how to create fabulous projects (clothing, jewelry and beyond) with materials from Goodwill.

Annie currently designs and makes clothing and accessories (and dances like-a-fool) in Charlottesville, Virginia. To learn more and to see Annie's projects visit: www.artemmink.com

Jewelry Board

Posted by Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Aug 13, 2013 10:57:00 AM

jewelry frame1.fwWhen heading back to school, organizers can help save space and add style to your room.  The great thing about this jewelry board is that it will help you show off the fun pieces in your collection and it’s easy to make with a few common items found at Goodwill.  Help yourself get organized and help others by shopping at Goodwill!

jewelry frame2.fwTo make this project you will need:

-Frames from Goodwill

-Tights from Goodwill

-Thumb tacks or wire and nail to hang

You can make this in any color scheme, by using brightly colored tights or even painting the frame you are using.  I decided to use black and brown for a more gothic feel, but choose what you like.

    jewelry frame31. First cut your tight legs into varying lengths, with one larger piece (cut from the foot to knee or mid thigh—bigger for bigger frames.) 
      2. Stretch the bigger piece over the frame.

        jewelry frame4.fwIf you are having trouble stretching your tights over your frame, pull the tights taught and make lots of little tears with scissors.  The tears will make runs (which makes for an interesting texture too) and make the tights stretch around the frame better.  Still no luck?  Try using the waist portion of the tights or find a smaller frame. 

          jewelry frame53. Stretch the other pieces over the frame until you find a composition you’re happy with.  Use a variety of sizes for best result.

          4. To hang, you can use picture hanging wire and a nail, or use a few thumbtacks, which you can pin discretely through the bottom layers of nylon.  You could also put a picture in the frame and use the stand built into the frame to rest on your desk or bookcase.  Easy!

          While you’re at Goodwill, make sure to look for unusual jewelry to add to your collection.

          Topics: jewelry board, upcycle, Upcycling, Upcycling Expert, Annie Temmink