The decline in the popularity of CDs (compact discs) and the appearance of superior solutions have made them obsolete. This has left many of us with plentiful stacks of CDs and DVDs in overlooked, dusty corners in our homes. The chances that they'll be in use again are quite slim, so why not use them to create something new? There are brilliant ways in which you can do this, such as using them to create decorative items or fancy up clothing items and ornaments with their unmistakable shine. With just a couple of used discs, a good pair of scissors, and glue, the possibilities are endless - here are some DIY ideas that might inspire you. |
They're great for mosaic designs |
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Beautify any household item you can think of. |
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Or literally, make your own household items out of CDs. |
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Who said they're not fashionable? |
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Make some original, flashy accessories! |
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Give a facelift to your shoes! |
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Make CD-decorated baubles for Christmas time. What a great idea for kids' Christmas crafts they could be! |
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Shiny instruments - why not? |
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Stick patterned material to the sides of CDs to turn them into awesome coasters! |
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An easy way to make a disco ball. |
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Keep your jewelry organised without paying a penny. |
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The ultimate DIY lamp project, simply using a stack of old CDs! |
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Remember to also keep your old CD cases - they can also be turned into something useful! |
Such as a storage for ribbon or tape. |
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Or wall frames made out of single CD cases. |
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