Crafts from CD discs for kindergarten. Useful DIY crafts from CDs. Coasters for cups made from CDs

Surely many people have dozens of unnecessary old disks at home. Don't rush to throw them away, as this is an excellent material for bringing to life many DIY craft ideas. The mirror surfaces of CDs will perfectly decorate and diversify the interior of a house or apartment.

You don’t know what kind of crafts you can make from disks with your own hands? In our article we will talk about some of them.

Variety of ideas

You shouldn’t immediately get rid of old discs that are not suitable for use, because in essence, you will throw away excellent decorative material that can easily be transformed into an original design masterpiece.

Crafts from disks can be made for special occasions, children's parties, themed parties, or for use at home. It is enough to study the detailed instructions on how to make a craft from disks and bring your plans to life.

Chandelier made of discs

To replace an unusable chandelier, saving money, or to make your interior creative, build a lamp with your own hands from old CDs at home. In this case, you will need a minimum of available materials, a little time and a lot of desire.

To create a chandelier you will need the following materials: 12 unused disks, 30 paper clips (staples), a 2 mm drill, a socket and a light bulb.

The work process consists of simple steps:

take the disk, divide it into 5 equal parts,
step back 4 mm from the edge and drill a hole. The template for the remaining parts is ready,
lay it on top of the remaining eleven discs and also drill holes. To prevent the elements from moving, it is necessary to insert rods, for example, from a ballpoint pen, into the finished holes,
Install a cartridge into one of the disks, its hole will fit perfectly, you won’t have to adjust anything. The base of the chandelier is ready, you can proceed to attaching the remaining disks,
using paper clips (staples), secure the disks, but leave one,
screw the light bulb into the socket,
secure the last disc.

The best ideas for making lamps made from disks can be found on the corresponding websites.

Dress made of discs

Many will probably be surprised, but it is really possible. If you are a fairly creative person and like to shock everyone, then such an extravagant outfit is definitely for you.

In addition, the process of its implementation is quite simple and does not require special investments or a long time. A minimum of effort and everyone will envy such an original design solution.

The photo shows some options for crafts made from discs for dresses.

Decorating a dress with mirror applique is quite simple:

cut the disk into triangles of various sizes with scissors,
polish the uneven edges with fine sandpaper,
cover them with colorless manicure varnish,
secure a pin to each mirror piece using construction adhesive,
attach the resulting decor to the dress.

Making a disco ball

Everyone who has ever seen a disco ball on a dance floor certainly wanted to have the same one at home. Now you have the opportunity to make a copy of it.

Making a ball is very simple. To do this, you need to prepare the following materials: a round balloon, two newspapers, about 25 disks, paste and water.

The work will take you almost 4 hours, be prepared for this so as not to be distracted during the creative process.

The procedure for creating a disco ball is as follows:

inflate the balloon to the maximum,
completely cover it on top with wet newspaper scraps,
let them dry slightly
Soak the next newspaper scraps in the paste and place them on top of the first, repeat the action,
place the creation in a warm place, let it dry thoroughly and become tough,
pierce the balloon with a needle and thread the fishing line to hang the product,
Cut several disks into 1x1cm squares,
cover the edges of the squares with colorless varnish,
using glue, fix the squares with the mirror surface up on the prepared hard ball along the entire circumference so that the fishing line is on top,
carefully paste over the bottom part of the product; non-format pieces can be glued at the top, since this part is not visible from below,
hang a disco ball from the ceiling.

Ideas for children's creativity

DIY crafts made from DVDs and CDs will also come in handy at children's parties. After all, such crafts can be made on any theme and for any holiday: March 8, February 23, Mother’s Day, New Year or Christmas. Although even on weekdays, fancy crafts will perfectly decorate the interior of a kindergarten.

Owl from CD

For a craft in the shape of a fancy-shaped owl, prepare: 12 CDs, some 4x5 cm foil, 30 cm of narrow tape, quick-acting glue, black and yellow cardboard, a pen, pencil and scissors.

The creative process looks like this step by step:

take 8 disks and cut the edges with scissors in the form of a fringe,
draw two circles (eyes) with a diameter of 6 cm on yellow cardboard,
cut out two circles (25 mm in diameter) from black cardboard - these are the pupils,
stick the black pupils on the yellow eyes in the center,
cut out a drop-shaped figure from the disk - a beak, and from the remains of a triangle - eyebrows,
make paws from the next disk,
cut out leaves from the trimmed remains, draw veins on them with a pencil,
glue the eyes onto two fringed discs and overlap them,
Glue another disk in the back center,
fix the beak in front, and you have an owl’s head,
cover the pencil with foil - this will be a twig, and glue leaves to it,
take 5 fringe discs to make the body,
fasten two disks so that their width is wider than the eyes, and attach 3 more disks in a line,
attach the head to the body, attach the paws and a branch.
the work is finished, the owl is ready.

In addition, together with your children you can watch or attend a master class on making crafts from CDs for the New Year holidays, prepare and make a Christmas tree or a snowman, indispensable attributes of the New Year. You can create a bouquet of magnificent flowers for March 8 or a star for February 23.

As you can see, imagination and creative thinking will help you radically change unnecessary old things and give them a second chance to exist, but in a new way. We wish you creative success and inspiration!

Photos of crafts made from disks

Sean Edward Avery is a children's illustrator, graphic designer and sculptor. Lives in Perth, Australia. He graduated from Curtin University of Technology and received a bachelor's degree in graphic design. He illustrated the book All Monkeys Love Bananas, and he sculpts to make something beautiful.

Sean works with an interesting technique of creating animals from broken CDs. He cuts the disks with large scissors, then matches the pieces by shape and color, and hot glues the pieces in the right order, one by one, onto a wire mesh. This creates the desired texture of fur or feathers. It usually takes a week to create one sculpture, although it may take longer. It all depends on the motivation of the author :)

"Photos of my work have appeared in newspapers and magazines around the world, and I have made it to the front pages of many popular blogs, feature and news sites. I have created many figures for private collectors and galleries around the world and have staged many shows in Perth, in including in places such as Scitech, Woodside Plaza and Remida. Entertainment major Ripley's Believe it or Not recently purchased some sculptures for display at the Hollywood and Baltimore Museum."

"And the answer to the most popular question: these sculptures are not as sharp as they seem at first glance. They are only really dangerous if you want to eat them.

I very rarely cut myself with broken disks, but quite often I was burned with glue."

Husky puppy, 2013
13x26 cm, over 40 discs, wire mesh, hot glue, black paint and a week of work.

Lizard, pangolin, 2013.
20x52 cm.
Pangolin is made from Nespresso capsules for Nespresso's Project Upcycle campaign.

Master at work on a lizard:

The entire process of creating pandolin can be viewed. There are a lot of photos there.

Kangaroo, 2013.
10x30 cm. Over 40 discs, wire mesh frame, hot glue, black paints and a week of work.
This is a mother kangaroo with her baby and is part of a collection of Australian animals that the artist created together with Aspects Gallery in Kings Park.

Hummingbird, 2013.
10x25 cm. More than 40 discs.

Orangutan. 10x7x20 cm.
More than 30 discs.

Bullfinch, 2012.

Hummingbird, 2012.
35x25 cm. More than 40 discs.

A baby owl falls from its nest, 2012.
25x35 cm. More than 40 discs.

Little Fox, 2012.
7x15 cm. More than 25 discs.

Some people are curious about what kind of CDs and DVDs I use in my work. For example, for this little fox we cut it with scissors:
Family Guy: Season 7
The Simpsons: Seasons 20 & 19
Death at a Funeral
Westernex product catalogues.
The TV series were of terrible quality, from Indonesia.

Kookaburra, large Australian kingfisher, 2012.
40x35 cm. More than 40 discs.

Panda, 2012.
15x20 cm, more than 35 discs.

Pink Heron, 2012.
37x55 cm. More than 50 discs.
“This is a very impudent bird, it fishes right in my pond!”

Sapsan, 2012.
35x46 cm. More than 40 discs.

“I really like this sculpture, I managed to give it plasticity. It gets better and better every time.”

Hummingbird pendant. Or a pendant.
14x13 cm. 120 $
"This is a small version of the hummingbirds that I usually create. The sun plays on the shiny surfaces of the discs and creates an interesting effect. CDs and DVDs come in different colors, this bird is made of purple and gold. If you want a work with discs of different colors, write to me. I have the following color discs: gold, blue, green, purple, silver and I can make any combination of them."

Panda, 2012.
15x20 cm.
The panda was made for a buyer from the USA. The bear cub can sit in a variety of positions.
More than 50 black and silver discs were used.

Cat, 2012.
45x50 cm.
Made for a buyer from England. In fact, the composition consists of a mouse and a cat that hunts it.

Rat. She has a swaying snake-like tail.
18x13 cm.
Made for a buyer from Canada. She probably speaks French.

Meerkat.
40x25 cm.
The size of a real meerkat. Made for a buyer from England.

Opossum.
10x13 cm.

Koala.
100x45 cm.
Eucalyptus leaves are made of steel frame.

Kiwi.
5x7 cm.
This bird was made at a workshop for students where the artist taught that the animal should not LOOK realistic, but should FEEL like a sculpture.

Small Australian possum.
7x13 cm.

Chameleon.
30x25 cm.
He is small but has a big character.

Rhinoceros.
100x45 cm. $500.
The stocky rhinoceros is made from materials that reflect its character well.

Squid.100x40 cm.
Its tentacles seem to move.

Bear.
30x30 cm.

Mantis.
30x20 cm.

Ant.
15x16 cm.
Looks unfriendly and carries a leaf that is larger than itself.

Snail.
4x8 cm.

Otter.
20x50 cm.

Golden bat.
55x62 cm.
Can fold its wings. It has a clip that allows you to hang the mouse from any strong support that will support it.

Compact discs were extremely popular as storage media, but due to rapid deterioration and inconvenient size, they became obsolete. Many people have a large number of unnecessary disks, but instead of throwing them away, you can make amazing crafts. Old discs are used for crafts or decorating various items. There really is room to flourish here!

Magnetic photo frames

Necessary materials:
Multiple disks
Photos that fit
Glue or double-sided tape
Thick cardboard
Small magnets

We cut out circles of the required size from cardboard and glue them on both sides to the disk, glue a photo on one side, and a magnet on the other side. To make photo frames last longer, you can laminate the photo and use a glue gun or superglue.

You can decorate an old photo frame with small pieces of disks, completely updating its appearance.

Coasters for glasses and cups

The easiest way to make crafts from a CD. We take the disk and decorate it with any materials that can be used to create a smooth surface. You can cover it with colored fabric, glue cardboard with beautiful designs, use felt appliqués, etc.

Candlesticks

Materials:

Discs
Glue gun
Any decorations
Candles

Place a candle on the shiny side in the middle; tea lights in an aluminum sleeve look beautiful. Various materials are used for decoration, these can be pine cones, shells, beautiful beads, we glue everything with a gun.

To use as a hot stand, cut out circles from foam rubber that correspond to the diameter of the disks. We glue the foam rubber and the disk together and cover it with thick fabric on top.

Pincushions

Materials used:

Textile
Sintepon
Threads and needles
Plastic cup (you can use a yogurt or fermented baked milk cup)

From padding polyester we cut out a circle the size of a CD (thickness from 1 to 2 cm) and the circle is one and a half times smaller in diameter than the disk (thickness from 5 cm). We apply a padding polyester corresponding to the size of the disc and cover it with fabric.

Cut off the bottom of a plastic cup, insert padding polyester, cut off the excess part and cover it with fabric. We sew them together to make a hat, decorate them with ribbons if desired.

Curtains

To make them, we cut the disks into small pieces, make holes with an awl and connect everything with threads or ribbons.

Crafts from disks for children

Old discs are indispensable for creativity with children; they are suitable for creating simple crafts with preschool children, as well as for older children and more complex crafts.

With the help of multi-colored dense fabric, or felt, discs can be turned into funny animals, birds, and charming ladybugs.

dream Catcher

If your baby often has bad dreams, you can make a dream catcher from an old CD; this is also an excellent option for decorating a child's room. Using a heated awl, make holes along the entire diameter of the disk, then the children can decorate it themselves. Multi-colored threads and beads are used for decoration; you can also additionally paint the disk with paints.

Magnets and panels

We decorate the disk with paints, beads or threads, fabric or cardboard, and if necessary, attach a magnet to the back side. You can cut out various figures from the disk and stick decorations on them.

Christmas decorations

Necessary materials:

Discs
Christmas balls

We cut the disks into small pieces of any shape and glue them to the balls. Bright garlands reflect beautifully on the shiny surface of the disc.

You can use old Christmas tree balls, or buy the most inexpensive ones. Disco balls are made in a similar way; in addition, you will only need a ball that fits in size.

Mobiles for cribs

Materials:

Discs
Colored cardboard
Satin or nylon ribbons

Glue colored cardboard to the non-shiny side of the disk and cut out various shapes, such as the moon and stars. We make holes in the figures, thread the ribbons and attach them above the crib.

DIY CD crafts are a huge niche for creativity. With their help, you can decorate mirrors and pieces of furniture, create unique figures and toys.

The resulting crafts can last for more than one year, and if the plan doesn’t work out, you won’t mind throwing it away. This is a fun activity for people of all ages. A large number of photos with crafts from disks and other detailed master classes can be found on the Internet.

Photos of crafts made from disks

Progress cannot be stopped. Until recently, we were thinking about how to copy old videotapes onto CDs. And now - a whole stack of carefully collected disks is gathering dust in the closet like a useless burden. Don't rush to throw them away!

Scratched or damaged CDs and DVDs can be used to make great crafts. Designers and simply amateurs create from them many useful and necessary things for home and outdoor recreation.

What to make from old disks

ideas from all over the world

Cup coasters. The size and shape are exactly what you need. All that remains is to decorate. You can glue felt circles to the disks and decorate them with multi-colored scraps of fabric.

Or paint it in different colors and decorate it using a stencil.
Not quite sure what to call this group of crafts. Mobiles, musical pendants or dream catchers? You can hang them on your porch or in your garden and they will magically reflect light and play with the wind and sun all summer long.

It is also claimed that structures made of discs moving in the wind effectively scare away birds.
Mirror mosaic. Using scissors or pliers, break the discs into small pieces. You will get miniature shards that can be used to decorate any surface: frames, flower pots, dishes and furniture. Whatever you do, it will shine with all the colors of the rainbow.

The technology of work is the same as when laying tiles: preparing (degreasing) the surface, applying a layer of glue or putty, laying out the mosaic, drying. The gaps between individual fragments can be filled with stained glass paints.
Volumetric figures. Graphic designer and children's book illustrator Sean Avery from Australia makes figurines of truly fabulous beauty from fragments of old CDs.
Crafts for children. Children love the iridescent shine and shape of the discs. Together with the kids, you can arm yourself with scissors, colored paper and turn a stack of old CDs into a home zoo.
Creative lamps.
Watch dials.
Coffee tables.
Stands.
New Year decoration.
Installations.
British artist Bruce Monroe collected 65,000 used CDs and turned them into 100 sparkling lily pads, which he placed on the surface of a lake at Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania.

The installation Wastelandscape, presented at the Centquatre cultural center in Paris, is most similar to a sea of CDs.

We have listed the most interesting ways how to use old disks. If you love

Compact discs are 99% made from transparent material – polycarbonate. That is why they are used for various purposes. For example, you can make useful and interesting DIY crafts for your home from CDs.

There are many ideas for crafts from CDs that will diversify your interior or just help you have fun.

7 ideas for unusual uses of old CDs

Most often, CDs are used for simple crafts. For example, it is very easy to make a clock or a table lamp from them. With your children, you can make New Year's crafts from CDs and decorate the Christmas tree with them.

It is important that such figures and decorations look appropriate and beautiful. To do this, think through all the little things and details in advance. Check out our interesting ideas for DIY CD crafts.

Dream catcher made from old CDs

A great use for unwanted CDs is to turn them into unusual items for your home. Do you know about such a popular decoration and at the same time a talisman as a dream catcher? Its main task is to protect your sleep and “catch” only good and kind dreams.

To create a dream catcher you will need multi-colored threads, beads and a CD, which must first be cleared of shiny film.

Photo: DIY crafts from CDs

Take the CD and mark four points with a marker at a distance of about 1 cm from the edge - three points at the bottom and one at the top, so that the future dream catcher can be hung from the ceiling. Heat the awl and make holes in the marked places.

You can sew colored beads or feathers to the threads. You can draw a beautiful design on the disk or decorate it with stickers. This way you will get a ready-made dream catcher using available materials. It will look great in your bedroom or children's room.

A small wallet made with your own hands from CDs

You can easily make a wallet using two whole CDs. To do this, you will not need virtually any additional materials, except for a zipper and two disks. Using glue that is suitable for working with plastic, you can join the two parts together. An alternative option is to use adhesive tape with high adhesive characteristics.

Old CDs are suitable for creating absolutely any crafts. If you like to decorate your summer cottage, make some beautiful figures that will decorate the trees in the garden. In addition, crafts for summer cottages may be useful. For example, if you decide to create an interesting little thing from CDs, your harvest will not be touched by birds and other pests. The shine of CDs will scare away birds that like to feast on fruits in the warm season.

Idea for an unusual craft made from CDs

Create a unique item from broken CDs into small pieces. Please note that CDs should not contain any marks or writing. Use large scissors to cut out pieces. Be sure to wear gloves and goggles, as sharp fragments can harm you.

An original way to use CDs - a luminous collar

To make cutting the discs easier, soak them in hot water for a few minutes. Then remove them using tongs. The discs will become soft and you can quickly cut them into pieces of the size that suits you.

Another option is to place the CDs in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. Next, wrap the disk in a towel and use a hammer to break it into small pieces. Of course, you can cut the disc using scissors, but these two methods will make the task much easier for you. In any case, be careful not to get hurt by the sharp edges of the CDs.

You can also decorate bags, hats or accessories with old CDs. As you know, an item that has gone out of fashion can be transformed with the help of rhinestones, beads or crystals. A collar decorated with geometric shapes made of disks is perfect for pastel-colored blouses.

To begin, prepare the CDs and cut them into small pieces. First lay out the cut out parts on the collar and mark with dots the places to which they will be glued. Be sure to leave a little space between them so they won’t cling to each other and cause them to peel off. Apply the glue in small drops directly onto the fabric and place shiny plates on top.

Photo: crafts from CDs

A headdress decorated in this way will definitely attract the attention of others. To do this, you need to cut pieces of the appropriate size from the CDs in advance. This will help you best transform your cap with a straight or curved visor.

A mosaic of CDs can give an ordinary clutch bag a whole new look

Such applications look very impressive on leather bags. A pattern similar to a broken mirror, laid out in large iridescent pieces, will look beautiful. Since you will constantly carry the bag in your hands, slightly sharpen the sharp edges of the parts of the CD discs. Glue, as described above, must be applied in a small amount directly to the surface of the bag.

Crafts from CDs for the New Year

You can make Christmas decorations from shiny plates. How about creating your own disco ball? To do this, you will need a ball blank (foam, plastic or glass), an old CD, scissors and glue. For a plastic ball, hot glue works best. You can decorate the ball in several ways - cover its entire surface or distribute pieces of CDs, leaving a small space between them.

As an example, the photo shows a transparent ball, which can also be filled with something. Place a satin ribbon, colorful beads or small chocolates in it.

Small flower pots made from CD boxes

Beautiful things can be made not only from old CDs. An empty CD box can serve as a pot for your plant. To do this you will need 5 empty boxes and suitable glue. Next, connect the lids so that an open cube is formed. Leave it for a while to let the glue dry completely and then start filling. Fill the pot with decorative rocks, white gravel or soil. Carefully place the plant there and place it in a suitable place in the house or apartment.