For the sake of this article, let’s assume you’ve made the switch to MP3 players and iTunes downloads. Now, what to do with all those CD cases you’ve got sitting on your shelf?
Instead of collecting dust on the shelf, your CD cases could be the focal point of your living room. Photo: Instructables.com
While the your trendy zig-zagged CD tower may not spell out “cool” anymore, you don’t have to trash those once-precious albums.
Desktop Frame – Remove (and recycle!) the paper inside and use the clean plastic jewel case to make a desktop picture frame. Simply open the case and flip it inside-out. This tip works great for office notes or dinner recipes as well. Bonus points: Use paint to make a cool border around the outsides of the case for a personal touch.
Wall Mural – This one may take a bit more time (and creativity), but the outcome is sure to become a decor masterpiece. We love this example from Instructables, which breaks the process down into six easy steps. You’ll need CD cases, rulers, an x-acto knife, scotch tape, adhesive Velcro and an image of your choice.
Reuse ideas for CD cases extend from birdhouses to lamps. These cases are commonly made of plastic #6, so recycling them is also an option we fully support
Article courtesy of Earth911.com by Amanda Wills
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