I have a great deal of costume jewelry that I no longer use and would like to get rid of. I would prefer to either sell or donate it. Any ideas how I can do this?
By Rita from Rossville, Il
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Check out eBay; and get an inkling what prices go for; find a consignment shop and see if it's worth your time to put in there!
Christmas bazaar's will be here shortly; why not see about getting a booth or going in with someone to try and sell them there?
Give to Salvation Army if nothing else! They are FANTASTIC about giving items for FREE to whoever is in need!
If this is actual vintage jewelry, there are people who buy it for resale, because vintage clothing and jewelry are really popular right now.
If you have a nursing home nearby, they may love to have a donation of costume jewelry. The homes around my area give things like that out as prizes at bingo games and other activities.
Hi Rita,
If you are into crafts at all, here is a great idea that I ran across in some craft magazine years ago. I always wanted to make one, but never got around to doing it. I didn't have the old jewelry to do it with either, but you do. If I could remember the source of this picture, I would gladly share it, but all I have is the picture. It's still one of my "dream things to do".
Good Luck to you,
Pookarina
One thing I have used them for is bingo gifts. I volunteer at shelters and church events. The jewelry makes wonderful gifts for the moms and daughters.
I had jewelry I no longer wanted so I took it to a local pawn shop and sold it for it's weight in silver and gold. I ended up with close to $300 for a small hand full of items. Even if you don't like the price they offer you, they will at least tell you what you could possibly get for some of the pieces.
My mother had a bunch of old jewelry (some of it broken), she had me give it to my 9 year old daughter who absolutely loved it.
You could also donate it to your local Girl Scouts... In the phone book or internet under Girl Scouts - locate a council near you. The council will have a very local contact who would undoubtedly LOVE to relieve you of the unwanted jewelry to use in crafts projects!
Rita - I don't know if you've found somewhere to donate the jewelry you have but I started a project that collects, cleans, fixes, packages and re-donates jewelry to Women's Shelters in the Phoenix, AZ area. If you are interested in donating to this project let me know.
Hi Becky! I'm just seeing this response now. Are you still in need of jewelry for this project?
Hey Becky! would love to take it off your hands I do different projects for the church.
Becky I have some vintage jewelry from my mother's estate that I am looking for an organization that will put it to good use. If you are still doing this please let me know.
Hi Becky! I was just looking for ways to rid myself of all the costume jewelry I have that I no longer wear. If you want it, please send me your address and I will ship it off. I also have 3 boxes of wired RIBBON mostly holiday (Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween,etc. If you, or someone you know is interested, let me know. Thank you! Jan
Hi Becky,
Are you still taking costume jewelry to donate to Women's Shelter? I have a large selection of jewelry I want to donate. Please send me your contact information if you are still active.
Thanks,
Nancy
Hi I am interested in the costume jewelery and anything you would like to donate for a good cause.my name is Shelley tew and I make jewelery and put smiles on faces on people with mental disability.they get so happy when I give them something pretty and sparkly.i love it it makes thier day..Shelley tew 11106 Bonwood apt 11 Elmonte,Ca 91733
I make bracelets ankle bracelets, necklaces for disadvantaged children in my town Stockton, can any contribution would be honored
Yvonne
Elias08211962 AT gmail.com
Hi Elias , do u take broken and tangled necklaces as well ?
Hello, my name is Danika and I am a new designer that creates Nu life from a Brokyn past. I would love to speak with you in reference to your donations for costume jewelry. I create new designs from old costume jewelry, I repurpose it I make bracelets earrings necklaces and some otger interesting items. Please let me know if you can if you can assist me..
Thank you.
Danika
Hello Danka,
Are you still accepting costume jewelry? If so please send me your infomation as I may be needing to donate.
Hi Yvonne,
Are you still making jewelry for disadvantaged children? What is the name of your organization??
Put an ad on Freecycle or Craigslist. You can also donate to a preschool, for dress up
Hello Rita... I would love to speak with you in about your items
Where can I sell or donate necklaces made with gem stones, i.e., jade, turquoise, gold filled chains, coral, pearls, & others?
Please look on eBay to make sure you are not selling a piece of good vintage jewelry. If you need to make extra money you can sell it. Some vintage jewelry pieces sells for hundreds of dollars. It just depends on what piece. I have a bunch of craft jewelry aka broken pieces. I have been going to thrift stores looking for velvet so I can make a framed Christmas tree. Havent found any yet.
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