As I wrote about my reader Anitra’s unique CD Photo Coasters, I wondered, “Why not use inspirational pictures and quotes or sayings on CD collages, coasters, hangings?”
This idea of recycling (or upcycling, as some call it when you use a discarded material for art) CDs can go in many directions.  CD collages might consist of:

Family photos, as Anitra described
Inspirational sayings
 Scenic and still life photos
Reproductions of one’s paintings
Found objects and memorabilia
Flower petals and leaves
Fabric to give a quilted effect
CDs attached to form a multi collage
Any combination of these

Have you recycled CDs for art?  For coasters, wall hangings, photo frames, and more?
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In response to my post, Sentimental Journeys with Your Crafts, Anitra shared, in the comments, her family art and crafts project, making photo CD coasters.
We made coasters from old family photos and Cds. I still smile when I see mine-happy memories!
At her Coffee Pot People blog, Anitra describes the process she and family members used, for making these coasters.  The materials are inexpensive and may be some you already have around the house.  It’s a great way to use those old CD’s you no longer want that seem to accumulate. 
This is a great project for family members of all ages, …read more

So okay. You think that’s pretty silly. No I am not talking about noise pollution and all that. I am talking about a recent development which told of how CDs and their cases are quite difficult to recycle.
Now that is not just some piece of rumor. See, the information was sent out by the US EPA. The agency did disclose that such is because these CDs and DVDs and their cases are actually created using various materials which have been mixed. These materials include aluminum, silver, nickel, and gold as well as plastic, dye and lacquer. So there. Combine all …read more