Rubbish Designs

4.0 star rating
1 review

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13 N Elm St
Three Oaks, MI 49128
(269) 756-9242
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  • Review from Julia W.

    Saint Louis, MO

    4.0 star rating
    7/11/2006

    Rubbish sells just that--only recycled and re-imagined to make unique jewelry, clothing, housewares and stationery.  Another gem on Elm St., the main drag in Three Oaks, Rubbish houses a collection of pieces that are fashioned completely of recycled materials.  They carry the now somewhat-ubiquitous seatbelt/bottle cap belts and gum wrapper clutches, but have thrown in a delightful mix of dried fruit jewelry (think a glitter mod-podged slice of blood orange on a fine silver mesh bracelet), candy cuff links, decorative airplanes made from vintage beer cans and journals and stationery composed of vintage postcards and photographs.

    Each time I wander in to Rubbish, I'm warmly greeted by the owner, Amelia, and then treated to a feast for the eyes as I scour the store for my new favorite piece.  Rubbish is a fab place for funky accessories and great gifts--if you don't mind spending a few extra bucks.  It's beyond my reasoning, but apparently recycled materials are a bit pricey.

    Edit 7/23/07: The Amazing Amelia passed away earlier this summer after a long, brave fight with cancer.  Her creative presence in Three Oaks will be greatly missed!