# Eyecatching Accessories Eyeglass Brooches by Jen Mazer Jewelry By Jessica Marcel | Published 2009-11-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeglass-brooches References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/recycled-eyeglass-brooches/) & [nosipho](http://nosipho.com/recycledeyeglass.html) Jewelry artist Jen Mazer came up with a great way to turn recycling into art. She uses eyeglass pieces and clippings from old magazines to make unique and stylish accessories. Her [eyeglass brooches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-the-wing) are a clever reuse of two all-too-commonly thrown out items. Eyeglass brooches are perfectly sized and decidedly hip. A [resurgence in brooches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment) has made this a timely addition to the world of crafts. Check out Mazer's site for more amazing work. **Implications** - Made from [recycled glasses lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited) and old magazines, each brooch is a one-of-a-kind, handmade piece of art. Optional additions such as a black rubber cord necklace complete with a silver clasp make the brooch your own and transform it into a necklace. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eyeglass Brooches:** Jen Mazer's eyeglass brooches are a clever reuse of two all-too-commonly thrown out items. - **Recycling Art:** Jen Mazer's jewelry is a great way to turn recycling into art. - **Resurgence in Brooches:** A resurgence in brooches has made Jen Mazer's eyeglass brooches a timely addition to the world of crafts. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Jen Mazer's eyeglass brooches can create a unique and sustainable fashion trend. - **Jewelry Industry:** Jen Mazer's use of recycled materials creates opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly jewelry. - **Craft Industry:** Jen Mazer's eyeglass brooches capitalize on the resurgence in brooches and promote sustainable crafting materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Everyday Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenni-optical-introduced.md) - [Jewelry-Like Glasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-7.md) - [Haute Hinge-Free Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangled-eyewear.md) - [Eclectic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-eyewear-collection.md) - [Eco-Friendly Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-matters-collection.md) - [Freestanding Metallic Eyewear Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyewear-stand.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Dynamic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bru-eyewear-1.md) - [Unique Upcycled Serving Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wine-bottle-appetizer-tray.md)