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About Upcycle with Jing
At Upcycle with Jing, we believe that sustainability and style can go hand in hand. We take great pride in our craftsmanship, creating each piece of jewelry with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent quality. Our skilled artisans transform recycled plastic bottles, into stunning pieces of wearable art.
Our jewelry collection features a range of lightweight and versatile designs that cater to diverse tastes and occasions. From delicate earrings and elegant necklaces to statement rings, each piece is thoughtfully crafted to accentuate your personal style and add a touch of eco-friendly elegance to any outfit.
About our Jewelry
Our inspiration is what we set out to save – nature. Everything in our collection is a tribute to and embodiment of the beauty of flowers. Flowers are delicate and gorgeous – and so is our jewelry. Every brooch, hairpiece, necklace, and pair of earrings is handcrafted to finessed perfection.
Features of our jewelry:
Lightweight: Our jewelry is designed to be lightweight, ensuring comfortable wear throughout the day.
Unique and beautiful design: Each piece of jewelry is carefully crafted with a distinct and captivating design, making it a standout accessory.
Versatile for casual or celebration: Our jewelry is suitable for both casual everyday wear and special occasions, adding a touch of elegance to any ensemble.
Handcrafted into each detail: Our skilled artisans pay meticulous attention to detail, resulting in exquisite craftsmanship and exceptional quality.
Recycled from plastic bottles: We are committed to sustainability and eco-conscious practices. Our jewelry is created from recycled plastic bottles, giving them a new life and reducing environmental impact.
Support local jobs: By choosing our jewelry, you are supporting local artisans and contributing to the growth of our community. We prioritize creating employment opportunities for individuals in our local area, fostering economic development.
Meet Your Designer – Jing Wang
My name is Jing Wang, the founder and designer of Upcycle with Jing brand. My design journey began in China, where shortly after starting my studies in industrial design at Jiangnan University in Wuxi, I realized that my field often relied on wasteful use of precious resources and was causing significant harm to the environment. As a result, I lost interest in the discipline and instead wanted to create responsible, handmade products with a sense of warmth.
In 2012, I came to Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture in Finland as a postgraduate student to focus on sustainable design and to study the artistic recycling of disposable plastics. After graduation, I founded my own design brand, Upcycle with Jing Jewelry, in Helsinki, creating jewelry from recycled plastic bottles and fulfilling my dream.
This country showed me that one person's waste can indeed become another person's treasure. Since then, I have been an enthusiastic supporter of environmentally friendly production methods and have been dedicated to promoting upgraded and recycled jewelry that not only showcases our unique personalities but also represents the environmental values we cherish.
I am not someone who wears beautiful jewelry every day, but I have a heart that loves beauty. I love designing beautiful things and bringing joy to others. My customers may not wear beautiful jewelry every day, but they too have a heart that loves beauty and life. When they purchase our jewelry, they are embracing the idea of accepting themselves and their love for beauty, and adding more color and joy to their lives. Their joy is a great motivation for us to keep going.
I also organize DIY jewelry workshops for companies and schools, allowing people to experience the process of creating unique and environmentally friendly jewelry from discarded plastic bottles.
To learn more about our products and workshops, please visit our website at www.upcyclewithjing.com, or follow us on IG or Tik Tok: @upcyclewithjing.
我叫汪婧,我的设计之路始于中国,在我开始在无锡江南大学学习工业设计后不久,我意识到我的专业很多时候是基于对宝贵资源的浪费,对环境造成了很大的伤害。因此我对这门学科失去了兴趣,我更希望的是做有责任,有温度的手工产品。
2012年我来到芬兰阿尔托大学设计与艺术学院进修研究生,将我的精力转向了可持续发展设计,研究一次性塑料的艺术性回收利用。毕业后我在赫尔辛基创立了自己的首个设计品牌Upcycle with Jing Jewelry,制作塑料瓶回收首饰,实现了我的梦想。
这个国家向我展示了一个人的废物确实可以成为另一个人的宝藏。从那时起,我一直是环保生产方法的热情支持者,并且一直致力于推广升级再造的首饰,这些首饰不仅可以突显我们每个人独特的个性,而且可以代表我们内心所向往的环保价值理念。
我并不是一个每天都带漂亮首饰的人,但是我有一颗热爱美的心。我喜欢设计美好的东西,并且喜欢为别人带来美好的心情。我的客户呢,其实也不一定是每天都有佩戴美丽首饰的机会。但是他们也有热爱美,热爱生活的心。她们购买我们的首饰,是给自己购买了一种我接受我自己爱美之心的想法,也给她们平静的生活带来了很多亮色, 她们的喜悦,这也是支持我们走下去的一大动力。
同时我也为公司和学校开设DIY首饰工作坊,让大家亲身体验一下用废旧塑料瓶创作出独一无二的环保首饰的过程。
想要了解更多产品和工作坊的资讯,请访问我们的官网 www.upcyclewithjing.com,或关注我们的IG或Tik Tok: @upcyclewithjing
Materials
When choosing the materials to make our jewelry, we’re mindful of every decision we make. We considered different aspects of the materials we need when we chose them – from how they look aesthetically to what their environmental impact is.
For our jewelry pieces, we use:
- PET Plastic Bottles: In Finland, where recycling rates for plastic bottles are commendable, we focus on utilizing non-recyclable bottles. By repurposing these bottles, we give them a second life and contribute to reducing environmental waste.
- Brass: We have chosen brass for our metal parts as it has a lower CO2 impact compared to pure gold or silver. Our metal parts are made entirely of brass and coated with a thin layer of 14k gold or silver. We source these materials from China, ensuring that our metals have a lower impact compared to other mined alternatives.
- Plastic Beads: To maintain alignment with our ethical values, we opt for plastic beads that resemble pearls rather than using real pearls. This choice avoids supporting the harvesting process of pearls, which may conflict with our commitment to ethical sourcing.
How We Support Local Jobs
We recruit makers for our team locally in Finland. Many of them are immigrants and stay-at-home mums and we focus on providing them a stress-free work environment that also supports their well-being. The result is a job that they love doing and wholeheartedly support. We carefully train them in the process of making our jewelry, and they’ve said that the process is meditative and stress-relieving.
We’re sure to curate a work environment that cares about each maker personally – their well-being always comes first and they’re able to make the jewelry at home in their free time.
We are proud to announce that we’ve been awarded the Key Flag Symbol mark.
The key Flag Symbol is a registered collective mark. It demonstrates that the product has been manufactured or the service has been produced in Finland, creating Finnish jobs. The objective of the Key Flag Symbol mark of origin is to provide information on the Finnish origin of a product or service and its contribution to Finnish work.
We’re proud to produce local jobs, stimulate our local economy, and represent high-quality Finnish craftsmanship.
The Plastic Problem
Plastic poses a significant problem due to its non-degradable nature. Single-use plastics are used once and then discarded, leading to their accumulation in landfills and oceans, causing harm to our environment and natural landscapes.
As plastics break down into smaller pieces, they are ingested by wildlife, resulting in toxic effects that ripple through the food chain.
Even when plastics are placed in recycling bins, there is no guarantee that they will be properly recycled. Inadequate recycling systems in many countries contribute to plastic waste persisting in our environment.
At Upcycle with Jing, we are committed to addressing the plastic problem through upcycling. We repurpose PET plastic bottles found in Helsinki to create unique jewelry pieces. By utilizing this type of plastic commonly used for soda and water bottles, we contribute to the preservation of our city's beauty and strive to keep nature plastic-free.
Our Mission
Our mission is both simple and profound:
To empower individuals by providing uniquely styled, sustainable jewelry that enhances self-confidence, while simultaneously reducing our collective waste output.
We firmly believe in the importance of recycling and reusing in our daily lives. By adopting these behaviors, we can make a significant difference in the amount of waste we generate, thereby creating a positive impact on the planet.
Though it may not always be easy, the effort is always worthwhile. We actively reject harmful mining and production practices. What sets us apart is our dedication to crafting with repurposed materials, and creating stylish collections that embody both fashion and ethics.
But our commitment extends beyond jewelry...
Within the next 15 years, we envision ourselves as a leading voice within the upcycling community, annually transforming a minimum of 80 tons of unused waste into valuable products.
We understand that you're not just seeking a new piece of jewelry. You want to make a meaningful difference in the world through your purchase and fashion choices. When you support us, you become an agent of positive change. By aligning your euros with our brand, you:
- Support a company that never cuts corners
- Ensure sustainability at every step of our process
- Contribute to our mission of helping other businesses achieve the same
Together, we can effectively address the plastic problem and make a lasting impact.
Our Core Values
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Sustainable Living – We are committed to manufacturing, selling, and purchasing in a way that minimizes harm and supports the recovery of our planet's ecosystems.
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Personalized Beauty – We believe in creating unique styles that reflect the individuality of the wearer and resonate with their personal journey.
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Social Responsibility – We focus on ethical business practices and fairness in our community. We aim to create job opportunities for local artisans and individuals with disabilities, contributing positively to society.
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Environmental Stewardship – We are dedicated to promoting a healthy environment, ensuring the well-being of our planet for current and future generations.
Regards,
Jing Wang,
Founder & Designer
jing@upcyclewithjing.com
phone: +358 (0) 443883818
Company name Upcycle with Jing
Business ID 2696839-4
Address Vermonkuja 1, 00370 Helsinki, FINLAND