Past Tense

Those living in the Atlanta, GA area, would be delighted to know about the American Craft Show that occurs annually at around March. It is normally held at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Here you will find all sorts of artworks that will excite you and your loved ones. You may even find some interesting pieces of jewelry here that will be the perfect gift for your wife.

I try to go to these craft shows whenever I can, as I am an advocate of such events. This year, you will be able to see crafted items that make use of recycled materials. While I am more inclined towards the traditional crafts myself, I still feel that these are worth looking at.

Let’s take the example of jewelry that I made earlier. To me, jewelry is only wearable when made from some sort of “jewelry” caliber material. I don’t plan on giving my wife some materials made from twigs and discarded building materials. It may work on sculptures, perhaps; but to me, there’s a difference between art and street wear.

I will note that there is one exception to my metal and gemstone rule, however. I have found very fine trinkets from Alexandra Bitner’s, and she has made very fantastic and wearable pieces of jewelry. Bitner manages to make jewelry out of material many would consider to be worthless pieces of trash. And she does do it quite well, in fact.

If the concept of recycled jewelry appeals to you, or you simply want to do your part for the environment, then go to the American Craft Show held every year. And it’s not just jewelry, to be fair; other works of art are made from such materials. It’s not my thing, but to each his own. And if you’ve missed the American Craft Show, don’t worry; there are other craft shows out there that you could attend year round.