Ideas, links advice on CD crafts

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Calendar and Photo Frame Ideas-CD Cases

Date Posted: 17:47:14 10/22/05 Sat
Author: Judy R
Subject: empty CD cases

I just thought of a use for all of those empth CD cases that are laying around and we don't want to throw away.
If you enlarge the 3x3 tiles, that Sondra made, a tad you could put them in there and stand them on an easel. By the way, they have cute little easels at Walmart for 57 cents.
Just a thought. Hugs, Judy

[> Re: empty CD cases -- Shannon, 19:49:35 10/22/05 Sat [1]

Here's another cute gift idea using a CD case.

calendar
www.thestampingstudio.com/new/classes/class3.htm

I personally haven't made one yet, but I think I just might have to get to crafting!

[> Re: empty CD cases -- penny, 20:50:06 10/22/05 Sat [1]

Judy, Thanks for sharing that idea. I have lots of these laying around.
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Archiver's Note: I recently came across this site where they used CD cases for picture frames.
Photo Frames
http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/photo_ ... _boxes.htm
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Link: Create a Customized Calendar Using Your Photos

Date Posted: 00:00:23 12/01/06 Fri
Author: Testy
Subject: CD Calendars Help

I've searched the archives with no luck. Does anybody have any CD case calendars they'd be willing to share? Something where the month takes up the entire square? I've tried cutting and pasting thing, but they look blurry and distorted. Can anybody help?

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[> Re: CD Calendars Help -- Doreen, 18:15:19 12/02/06 Sat [1]

Hi Testy,
I wonder if this would help you...

http://bighugelabs.com/flickr/calendar.php

They have a CD size month calendar which you can customise with your own favourite picture or graphic from your own files.
Hugs,
Doreen

[> Re: CD Calendars Help -- Testy, 20:38:45 12/02/06 Sat [1]

Thank you. I've looked and should be able to create a CD case calendar this year thanks to your help.

[> Re: CD Calendars Help -- jenjoy, 21:07:48 12/02/06 Sat [1]

Doreen! This is way cool!! Thanks so much for posting the site! I'll be back to play with it later! Wooohooo!!!! Thanks again!!!

[> Re: CD Calendars Help -- Doreen, 08:09:12 12/03/06 Sun [1]

You're welcome Testy.

Jennifer how nice to see you on here, I've been thinking of you, glad you can use the site too, yes, it is cool isn't it, somone had posted it a while back and I too have been playing with it ~ it's great that you can create your own calendar with pictures you like ~ enjoy.
Hugs
Doreen

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Making CD Case Note Pads (& More)

Date Posted: 20:45:04 09/21/05 Wed
Author: Penny
Subject: notepads in a cd holder

does anyone know how to make notepads in cd holders. thanks in advange.

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[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CarolB, 21:43:18 09/21/05 Wed [1]

I have made these before.
I used a desktop publishing program and made cover inserts for the cd case, and then glued a note pad inside the back cover. A small pen fits in the edge of the case when it is closed.

If you search the internet there are template sites where you can get templates for the cd case covers, for different programs, or in .jpg or some other format.

There is a photo of one I made in my Yahoo! photos. Sorry I don't have a photobucket account to upload it here.
Note: Link deleted since it was no longer valid.

Hope this helps.
Carol
South Australia

[> [> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- Terri, 01:02:06 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Carol,
Enjoyed looking through your photos. May I ask where you got the graphics for the golf teabag?? And how think is the cork for the starburst?? Love your snowflakes!!

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CarolB, 01:08:04 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Terri,
I don't recall where the graphics came from for the golf tee bag I use Microsoft Publisher for most of my tags & toppers, so it most likely came from there. for the border I created my own in Publisher using a golf ball graphic. If I locate the original graphics I'll post again.

I slice a piece off the end of a wine bottle cork, not quite 1/2" thick, for the starbursts.

Hope that helps some.
Carol
South Australia

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- Doreen, 04:36:13 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Thanks Penny for asking for these.

Hi Terri how are you, nice to 'see' you here.

CarolB I loved looking through your photos - did you use one continuous piece of paper for the paper angels or two separate ones? Thanks for sharing.
(Hugs)
Doreen

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CarolB, 08:28:07 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Doreen,
The paper angels are made from two pieces of paper twist (I think that is what it is called. It all rolled up like twine or rope.) Unroll the pieces of paper twist and with one piece fan one end out. Scrunch or roll the other end back up so it can be glued into the hole in a wooden bead for the angel's head. Twist the other piece in the middle to make wings and glue onto the back of the first piece.

Hope this helps.
Carol
South Australia


[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- Doreen, 09:42:13 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Thanks Carol for explaining - I thought it was done this way but now I know for sure. I have a new roll of paper twist, just have to get me some wooden beads and I'll be all set for paper angels now! Thanks Carol.
Happy Crafting!
(Hugs)
Doreen

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CJ, 14:11:04 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Carol...your cd notepad holders are great. I do have a few questions though (if you don't mind). Are you removing the insert that holds a cd? If so, is there an easy way to remove it? If I remove it from the cases I have, there will be a void left on the hinged side of the case. What did you do with the open section? I hope this makes sense. TIA for your help! CJ

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- Penny, 15:21:16 09/22/05 Thu [1]

thank you Carol for sharing the pictures. thats what i was look for. and i love the angels...penny

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CarolB, 17:29:48 09/22/05 Thu [1]

CJ,
Yes I do remove the insert that holds the CD. I usually use a letter opener to pry it out.

I think the void you are refering to is where I put a mini pen. It sits in there quite well when the case is closed.

Hope this helps.
Carol
South Australia

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- crissy, 23:53:12 09/22/05 Thu [1]

Carol, I love the Candy Cane Mouse...did you use a pattern for the mouse??? Would you be willing to share it?
Thanks
Crissy

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CJ in PA, 15:02:54 09/23/05 Fri [1]

Carol...thank you. That explains everything perfectly. Now all I have to do is find the little pens. Thanks again! CJ

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- Sondra, 00:04:32 09/24/05 Sat [1]

CJ...I get my small pens at Target...6 for $1.00

[> Re: notepads in a cd holder -- CarolB, 04:46:11 09/25/05 Sun [1]

The candy cane mouse (including template) is here:
http://www.craftsayings.com/projects/ho ... ndex.shtml
Carol
South Australia

Archiver's Note: This post is also on the Ideas Board since so many topics are covered.

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CD Craft Ideas

Date Posted: 18:27:24 01/08/06 Sun
Author: ShannonF
Subject: Trash-to-Treasure CD's

I had originally posted this in the Covering CD's Thread but since Mel has found a bunch of Trash-to-Treasure ideas, I thought I'd send this out again seperately.

It's a scanned article from the Creative Home Arts Mag I get.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/sh ... asure1.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/sh ... asure2.jpg

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[> Re: Trash-to-Treasure CD's -- Melanie, 18:29:04 01/08/06 Sun [1]

Loved them! That is what sent me on my T2T hunt! LOL!
You know, I have TONS of trash!
Right Shannon?!!

[> Re: Trash-to-Treasure CD's -- ShannonF, 18:36:33 01/08/06 Sun [1]

I'm sure I have you beat with the trash thing!!!
LOL!!

[> Re: Trash-to-Treasure CD's -- Linda Ohio now GA, 22:12:28 01/08/06 Sun [1]

Shannon, thanks for sharing that article. I can't read the instructions as it is too tiny. Can you tell me what is being used for the crown part of the hat? Is it a jar lid? Is the CD covered with material or is that scrapbooking paper? I've painted the CD's and used Fancy Feast cat food cats for the crown.

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Ideas - Covering CD's

Date Posted: 19:35:40 01/05/06 Thu
Author: CJ in PA
Subject: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this?

I'm looking into making clocks out of all the free cd's we pick up. Thought about covering them with fabric & graphics printed on labels. Has anyone ever done this? Any tips or suggestions of other things to cover them with would be appreciated. Thank you! CJ

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[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- penny, 20:18:31 01/06/06 Fri [1]

i make magnets out of mine. put rub-on transfer on to them and add a name of whom im giving it to. and i make candle holder also. pretty neat. and i love these sites thanks for sharing..

[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- Crafty Cindy, 09:22:13 01/06/06 Fri [1]

I have collect a whole bunch of CD's to use as crafts and I would too love some input on crafting with them...I have seen the ones that were made into cards...those where cute...any other ideas?

[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- and Thank You, 10:26:44 01/06/06 Fri [1]

http://www.kidsdomain.com/craft/clock3.html

http://www.make-stuff.com/recycling/cd.html

http://familycrafts.about.com/cs/fork6/l/blcdtrt.htm

http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf000533.tip.html

[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- CJ, 15:45:26 01/06/06 Fri [1]

To whomever posted the above links....thank you. There's a lot of good ideas. I'll be saving them when I get home from work.

[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- va, 09:27:44 01/07/06 Sat [1]

The absolute cutest thing I ever saw done was scrapbooking. Someone had put a few together in scrapbook form with pictures and decorations. I am sorry that I do not remember the site. va

[> Re: Covering cd's...has anyone ever attempted this? -- Please, 11:38:01 01/07/06 Sat [1]

more CD ideas

http://www.rubberroadadventures.com/040 ... deCard.htm

http://www.scrapjazz.com/topics/Techniq ... rt/462.php

http://www.scrapfriends.us/articles/altered_cd.html

http://www.scrapfriends.us/articles/cdminialbum.html

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Ideas for Putting Hole into a CD

Date Posted: 22:16:35 02/24/06 Fri
Author: penny
Subject: I need your help!!!!!

I need to put a small hole into a cd. Does anyone know how?TIA

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[> Re: I need your help!!!!! -- liz, 22:21:14 02/24/06 Fri [1]

Penny, try a nail tap lighty. Let us know when you figure out how to do it.

[> Re: I need your help!!!!! -- Amanda F., 22:24:16 02/24/06 Fri [1]

You could try using a very small drill bit or if you don't have that, then you might want to try heating a needle {like a sewing needle} and use that to make the hole. That could take several times of heating the needle to work. I haven't tried these suggestions myself on a CD so the best of luck and maybe the other ladies will be able to offer some better ideas.

[> Re: I need your help!!!!! -- Kimberly, 22:58:32 02/24/06 Fri [1]

Heat your nail with a lighter or something of the sort and it will slide right through.

[> Re: I need your help!!!!! -- penny, 10:38:17 02/25/06 Sat [1]

kimberly, That worked good. thanks for your help.

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Ideas: Recycling Old CD's

Date Posted: 14:21:18 03/18/06 Sat
Author: Barbara
Subject: cd coasters

Do any of you crafty ladies have ideas on how to make coasters and other things from those internet cds we all get in the mail?
Thanks,

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[> Re: cd coasters -- penny, 21:24:46 03/18/06 Sat [1]

I use alot of cds....
1. I make a coaster. Requested that someone make me graphics with frogs for dd room. printed and put on shiny side and lam. one side only. place felt on back
2. did the same things but spelled out dau name and put on her door.
3.i make magnets. Paint your name one it and decorate with stickers, bows and roses. magnet on back
4.I have also put a candle on the shiny side in the center and dec. around candle.
5. makes a cute christmas tree orn.
Be creative

[> Re: cd coasters -- liz, 23:01:12 03/18/06 Sat [1]

I make magnets with cds.

[> Re: cd coasters -- PattyWV, 09:32:42 03/19/06 Sun [1]

Here's a couple uses for the CD's.
http://www.make-stuff.com/recycling/cd_wreath.html
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Date Posted: 10:07:38 03/19/06 Sun
Author: PattyWV
Subject: Attention Barbara .......CD Crafts here

I hope there's something here you can use.

http://home.inreach.com/marthac/cdpatterns.html

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Make Card Collector Display Case from Recycled Clear Jewel CD Cases

Date Posted: 10:50:13 04/08/06 Sat
Author: Lori Jean
Subject: Card Collector Display Case Out Of Clear CD Case~Cute!

I thought this was a cute idea:

http://familycrafts.about.com/library/p ... opic63.htm

I know you can buy a package of 30 clear CD cases at Walmart, for $6.88.
Hugs,
Lori Jean )

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Make Pendant (Jewelry) from Cut Pieces of CD

Date Posted: 20:16:03 04/08/06 Sat
Author: chrstine
Subject: help finding a site please

I need help finding a site it I think one of the printable site but it have a section on crafts this one have to make jewerly out of cd. You drill holes in the cd then you put the mulberry paper on then you stamp on it. You could use a wood buring tool to make the hole in the cd.
thank you
chrsitine

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[> Re: help finding a site please -- Jill D from PA, 20:32:14 04/08/06 Sat [1]

Is this the one you were talking about?

http://www.mardar.us/cdpendent.htm

[> Re: help finding a site please -- chrsitine, 21:10:42 04/08/06 Sat [1]

Yes This is one that I was talking about
thank you very much Jill
thank you
christine

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More Ideas for Using Those Old CD's

Date Posted: 09:08:54 05/17/06 Wed
Author: liz
Subject: need ideas for using cds

I have bout 75 cds. And i know that their is someway i can use them with crafts. But i need some help. Your ideas are much needed. Thanks in advance.

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[> Re: need ideas for using cds -- penny, 10:07:03 05/17/06 Wed [1]

i make magnets with my cds.
put a name on it and a few stickers,bow and roses
i made a door hanger-put a graphic on cd and ribbon to hang
candle holder- put votive in the center and decorate around cd.

[> [> Re: need ideas for using cds -- cathyd, 00:52:51 05/19/06 Fri [1]

I make windchimes with them. I add my graphics (front & back) drill holes every 1/2-3/4 inch around the cd, bead it, then add the chimes at the bottom. I also did some wall plaques (shhh, baby sleeping) with them.
hugs, cat

[> Re: need ideas for using cds -- kelli, 07:36:19 05/19/06 Fri [1]

Funny you should ask this now. I just came across the most AWESOME website yesterday and they were using the CDs to make beautiful cards. Check it out:

http://www.kindredcreations.com/scrapbo ... d-cds.html

[> Re: need ideas for using cds -- j, 08:05:25 05/19/06 Fri [1]

Cathy & penny, thanks for your ideas - gotta dig out those old CDs!

Kelli, those CD cards were so nice! especially the calender ones. Thanks for sharing.

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Use CD Cases as Frames

Date Posted: 05:23:27 06/30/06 Fri
Author: Darlene
Subject: 3d cd case picture

I just thought that I would let everyone know, that the thicker cd cases make excellent frames for 3d pictures. I made a 3d picture for my sister for a get well present and it turned out so nice..that I was looking all over my house trying to find something that I could use for a frame. Well, I spied my cd cases, and tried it out...It closed a little tightly, but looked great. Then I took black ribbon and made a frame around the outside and put three ribbon roses on the top. I had a small plate holder stand and wow..was I proud of my self...LOL!! When I get another one done...cuz of course now I have to make more..
I will try to post a picture..
Darlene

\Re: 3d cd case picture -- Doreen, 05:56:08 06/30/06 Fri [1]

What a fantastic idea Darlene, I'll have to try this with my next card.
I look forward to seeing a picture.
Thanks so much for sharing.

Hugs
Doreen

\Re: 3d cd case picture -- BBCrafts, 12:29:48 06/30/06 Fri [1]

Wow, what a great idea. It would work great to mail the 3D cards in also. I wrapped bubble wrap around the 3D cards to mail them (and they arrived safely) but this would be a better idea to get them there safely. Then they could display them in their homes easier also. Thanks for the tip.

Betty

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CD Fish & More

Date Posted: 23:35:11 08/16/06 Wed
Author: FayeW
Subject: OT : CD Rom Craft

Was at a craft show today and saw some CD's made into whirley gigs, example: fish, cow, ladybug etc. was cut out of craft foam and glued between two CD's What I was wondering if there are any patterns out there to make them and if anyone as them and would like to share. Thanks and Hugs.
FayeW

MSGTIME:23:50:48 08/16/06 Wed
[> Re: OT : CD Rom Craft -- birdhousebonnie, 23:50:48 08/16/06 Wed [1]

www.familycrafts.about.com/cs/fork6/l/blcdtrt.htm
Faye - Try this site and click on the fish. Is this what you are describing? or not quite? Bonnie

Direct link to Fish:
http://familycrafts.about.com/cs/fishcr ... cdfish.htm

MSGTIME:13:13:47 08/17/06 Thu
[> Re: OT : CD Rom Craft -- FayeW, 13:13:47 08/17/06 Thu [1]

Thanks Bonnie, that was the idea and she had different animals done also.

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Idea: Monogrammed CD Jewel Case

Date Posted: 11:04:20 08/19/06 Sat
Author: KPWog
Subject: Monogrammed CD Jewel Cases

http://www.embroideryarts.com/project/cdcase.html

Barbara

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Painting CD's

Date Posted: 14:23:38 10/01/06 Sun
Author: MaryLee
Subject: Question about painting CD's

What kind of paint are you using to paint over the CD's??? I am outside trying to spray paint them and they are just not covering well. I have already sprayed them several times. TIA
MaryLee

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Re: Question about painting CD's -- penny, 14:53:00 10/01/06 Sun [1]

Mary Lee, I have spray painted mine b4. just takes many light coats. But now i use the paint in the bottle like you find at walmart. folk-art may be one brand. Hope this helps.

Re: Question about painting CD's -- Marina, 19:57:37 10/02/06 Mon [1]

Hi Mary Lee, I have just done a few, gingerbreads and Snowman, I put on two coats of gesso first, then stippled the base coat on, still had to do a couple of coats but I found that quicker than brushing it, took four or five coats that way. Marina

Re: Question about painting CD's -- Linda Ohio now GA, 21:42:34 10/02/06 Mon [1]

It does take several light coats of spray paint to get them covered. You might want to try a spray primer first which is a flat paint, not glossy.

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BJ's CD Christmas Cards
Note: This post is also archived on the Christmas Board.

Date Posted: 23:33:09 12/02/06 Sat
Author: BJ
Subject: Pics of Christmas CD Cards

I hope this comes out alright. BJ
Album: http://s132.photobucket.com/albums/q2/bejayescrafts
Fronts of Cards: http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q2/b ... /Front.jpg
Back of Cards: http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q2/b ... s/Back.jpg

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[> Re: Pics of Christmas CD Cards -- Bev, 06:35:50 12/03/06 Sun [1]

Those are really neat! I have quite a few discs but have no idea how to create anything as nice as this. Are there directions out there floating around to be shared? If so, I would be interested. Thanks

[> Re: Pics of Christmas CD Cards -- BJ, 14:49:08 12/03/06 Sun [1]

Hi, Treasures from DJ's has directions for as they call them CD Ornaments here's the link:
http://www.treasuresfromdj.net/cd-ornaments.html

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Link: CD Photo Frame Idea

Date Posted: 11:06:49 05/31/07 Thu
Author: Sherron
Subject: CD Photo Frame

Great gift idea for Father's Day!
http://www.familycorner.com/family/kids ... hoto.shtml

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