Lady attaches binder clip to old CD, makes super sweet craft

Most media is accessed via streamed or cloud-stored sources nowadays, so many folks have a once-proud CD or DVD collection sitting in a forgotten box. Selling the discs is difficult and throwing them away is terrible for the environment, so why not find an upcycle project that will put them to good use?
Disc-to-photo stand (h/t Our Peaceful Planet)
This disc-to-photo-stand project is simple enough for children to do, yet produces a very personal product that makes a great gift. Imagine mounting a photo of you and your BFF on the CD that includes your high school graduation theme song. Or an anniversary gift with the couple's wedding photo mounted on the DVD of the movie showing at their first date. This
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Turn an old CD into a mosaic tray
You'd never guess, but this mosaic tray is made out of broken CD pieces. It's such a simple way to upcycle old CDs you don't use anymore. Whether you use the tray to serve drinks on the patio or to display favorite candles in the living room, it's sure to be a wonderful addition to your home. Get the full tutorial here.
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DVD birdbath (h/t Me and My DIY)
Rescue an old, cracked birdbath or just give one a makeover by using grout to add in pieces of a broken DVD. The shiny disc creates a luminous look that lights up with color when the sun hits it and it's a great way to repurpose unused discs.
Mosaic ornament (h/t Creme de la Craft)
Create these beautiful mosaic ornaments from your old CDs that will be perfect for the holiday season.
Decorate a coffee table
Want to glam up your old coffee table? Why not stick CD pieces on the tabletop to create this design. Just add on a glass overlay over the top so that you have a smooth surface. In the video below, we demonstrate this using broken mirror glass, but a CD would work in the same way. Get the full tutorial here.
Make CD coasters (h/t Crafts By Amanda)
Aren't these coasters lovely? What is great about this project is that you can customize the coasters to your own taste. Place them on your coffee table, kitchen, or give them as a gift.
Create colorful sun catchers
CDs are perfect to use for sun catchers because of their reflective surface. They are also nice and light, making them sway in the breeze. Get the full tutorial at Happy Hooligans.
Make a kitchen backsplash (h/t Instructables)
Want a unique kitchen backsplash? This mosaic CD backsplash will reflect the sunlight and create rainbow colors. How dreamy!
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