In the world of home decor, creativity knows no bounds—especially when it comes to recycling. What was once considered waste transforms into stunning, sustainable art with a little imagination and a lot of ingenuity. This blog post showcases ten amazing chandeliers that shine a new light on upcycling. Each piece is a testament to the incredible potential of recycled materials, from shimmering glass bottles and old bicycle parts to unexpected treasures like silverware and vinyl records. These chandeliers are not only functional; they are conversation starters, telling a story of environmental responsibility and artistic vision. Dive into a world where sustainability meets style and discover how everyday items can illuminate our spaces in extraordinary ways.
Chandelier made from BIC pens
The chandeliers these days can be made of almost anything, you can keep your crystal pendants, these days it is all about recycling, and upcycling. And the idea of using old Biro pens to make an alternative, but rather an amazing chandelier really is a good one.
Chandelier made from Cassette Tapes
What better way to use up all those old cassette tapes (ask your parents if you don’t know what one is) because a chandelier made out of them looks rather amazing if you ask me.
Chandelier made from Barcode
This isn’t so much upcycling, more design chandelier, but if you ask me it is nothing short of amazing, sure it is just laser cut with black and transparent acrylic, but it still looks cool!
Chandelier made from Ink-Cartridges
This rather amazing, and a very alternative chandelier is made from old Epson ink cartridges, sadly there was only ever one ever made, but it might well be worth trying to copy it because I think it is incredible.
Chandelier made from Ink-Cartridges Magic Cards
It doesn’t matter how ‘alternative’ you think your own chandelier might be, it will never get as nerdy as this one made entirely from Magic: The Gathering playing cards! It might well be the World’s Nerdiest Chandelier, but it also is one of the best looking.
Chandelier made from Barbie dolls
Over in Portland, Oregon someone has made this rather scary looking chandelier that is just about as ‘alternative’ as you will ever get. But it also has to be said that there is also something strangely nostalgic about it.
Chandelier made from party poppers
Welcome to the after party celebrations, because this rather amazing and very alternative chandelier is made from over 1000 used party poppers! Given that we would all normally throw them away, this is something very beautiful indeed.
Chandelier made from Chiquita Banana Labels
I love bananas and of course, given that they are the major brand of bananas I eat plenty of Chiquita ones, and if ever there was a fantastic use of the cardboard cartons you get with them then this is right up there, it doesn’t just look great it looks almost beautiful!
Chandelier made from milk crates
It has to be said that there is something strangely amazing about this one. Maybe it is a large size or the original, older chandelier peeking out of the middle, or maybe it is just great recycling and would make any fantastic talking point in any home.
Chandelier made from Gummy Bears
When Kevin Champeny makes an alternative chandelier, he does it in truly epic style as this is, in fact, made from over 3000 hand-cast acrylic Gummi Bears! I don’t know about you, but for this was a clear winner for me and nothing short of a win on all counts.
Cool!