In a small corner of her workshop, Marta González found an unexpected way to turn waste into art. She never would have imagined that meat trays, those disposable containers that many throw away without a second thought, would become the raw material for her new and successful line of elegant jewelry boxes.
The story began during the mandatory lockdown, when Marta’s main job as an interior designer was interrupted. With plenty of time and limited materials, she began experimenting with all kinds of objects in her home. One afternoon, while unpacking groceries from the supermarket, she noticed the amount of meat trays that ended up in the trash. That’s when the spark of inspiration ignited.
Using scissors, glue, and her innate creativity, Marta began shaping the trays, cutting them and assembling them into more complex structures. At first, her creations were simple prototypes, but with patience and dedication, she managed to perfect details and finishes that gave each jewelry box a sophisticated look.
“What surprises me the most is the versatility of the material,” Marta said as she showed one of her jewelry boxes decorated with recycled paper and eco-friendly paint. “These trays, which I once thought were useless, have a strong structure that, when well worked, can become something very beautiful.”
The idea not only captivated her friends and family, but also attracted attention on social media, where Marta began sharing photos and videos of her creative process. Soon, requests started pouring in and what started as a lockdown project turned into a growing small business.
In addition to jewelry boxes, Marta has expanded her line to include other home organization items, such as boxes for storing small objects and decorative trays. Her ecological focus, reusing materials that would otherwise end up in landfills, has resonated with an increasingly environmentally conscious clientele.
“I feel very fortunate to have found in these trays a source of inspiration and a way to contribute to a more sustainable world,” reflected Marta. With an eye on the future, she plans to expand her workshop and continue exploring new ways to bring disposable materials to life.
Marta’s story is a reminder that creativity and sustainability can go hand in hand, and that in the most unexpected place, the seed of a revolutionary idea can be found.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
