Using Old CDs

Everyone likes to listen to music in their free time or whenever they want to relax. Though internet has become the major source of music for people these days, yet there are a large number of people who love to buy CDs and create a collection of their favorite music. However, when ever these CDs go bad, we never think of any other use than to throw it away. A great thing about old CDs is that all of its parts can be used creatively to create something new and interesting. Let’s look at some creative craft ideas to reuse Old CDs
Coasters: CDs decorated in unique ways by using glitter and stickers can be used as coasters. Attach glue felt to the bottom and use them in funky cafes, club houses and bars.

Candle Holder: Create a candle stand by placing an old CD below the candle to avoid dripping wax from falling on the surface of the table.

Picture Holders: You can make creative picture holders and photo frames by sticking your favorite pictures to a plain CD case and decorating the outside part of the frame in creative ways.

Flower Pot: Make a stack of your old CD drums and make your own innovative flower pot by making a few holes in them and decorating it in the way you like. It will give a unique look to your garden or backyard.

Make CD Lamps: Create your own handmade lamp using a CD stack and fluorescent bulb.

Art Work: You can create interesting and beautiful pieces of art working with the help of your favorite CD covers and make a unique collage out of them.

Headphone Holder: The bottom of the CD drum can be used effectively as a headphone holder if you tape it up.

Bike Reflectors: Attach your old CDs to the wheels of your bicycle and they will serve as great reflectors.

Donut Holder: You can use an old CD spindle to hold a donut or a bagel to be carried when you are on the move.

Decorate your Walls / Windows: If you have enough space in your bedroom, you can use your old CDs to decorate your walls or windows as wallpaper border or wall hangings. You can also create a beautiful CD sculpture using your old CDs.

Bird Scaring Device: Tie the CDs together with invisible thread and hang them from the stakes of plants and trees. This will help in scaring away the critters and birds from your lawn or garden. This happens because the sun’s rays get reflected from the surface of the disk and discourage the birds. Add more impact by making disc clank to each other.

However, if you are not creative and simply want to recycle your CDs, you can give them away to companies such as Second Life Disc, who collect CDs, DVDs and plastic cases and recycle and reuse them in building and automotive industries.