--- title: "35 Ways to Recycle Old CDs ..." description: "CD Mosaic Mirror; Mosaic Tile Birdbath; CD Art; Mosaic Address Plaque; Votive; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/ways-to-recycle-old-cds/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 35 Ways to Recycle Old CDs ... The digital revolution hasn't quite yet killed off the CD. No matter how great it is to instantly download tunes, there's nothing quite like the art of an album sleeve, being able to read all the info and of course, having the lyrics so you can sing along. If however, you have digitalized everything, you might have a pile of old CDs and no know what to do with them. Enter me, stage left, with a few ideas. ## 1. CD Mosaic Mirror ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r8/ag/bdbcsqbh_480x640.jpg) Via[Two Easy Tutorials That Help ...](https://www.intuition-physician.com/two-easy-tutorials-that-help-you-perk-up-your-living-space/) Ooh - shiny! ## 2. Mosaic Tile Birdbath ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tf/g4/zisb9e8n_457x685.jpg) Via[Mosaic Tile Birdbath using Recycled ...](https://storables.com/storage-ideas/diy-storage/) I think it's too pretty to use as a bird bath. ## 3. CD Art ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lm/aa/e4zt8763_334x640.jpg) Via[freecycleusa.com](https://freecycleusa.com/) Let your creative juices flow. ## 4. Mosaic Address Plaque ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lo/td/ad6ftxva_600x817.jpg) Via[DIY Mosaic Address Plaque from ...](https://totallygreencrafts.com/) A bit of bling for the front of your home. ## 5. Votive ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xh/vu/lujk4evr_454x1512.jpg) ViaNeed a use for those ... Marbles and CDs - cool! ## 6. Recycled CD Bracelet ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rl/th/mn16ps34_600x406.jpg) Via[Recycled CD Bracelet](https://www.flickr.com/photos/whiteguppy/5683709376/in/photostream) Amazing things happen when you microwave CDs and the material is great for making jewelry. ## 7. DIY Closet Dividers ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pa/er/gvtz8zlh_430x259.jpg) Via[50 Organizational Tips That'll Make ...](http://survey-smiles.com/) Great for separating baby clothes sizes or for those of us bouncing between sizes ## 8. CD Coasters ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nl/g6/e6ooezk9_500x666.jpg) Via[Stenciled CD/DVD Coasters - Crafts ...](https://craftsbyamanda.com/stenciled-cddvd-coasters) Felt backed to stop them sliding around. ## 9. Lamp ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/in/ns/hvz2qx0f_492x700.jpg) ViaCommunity Post: 18 Cool DIY ... Oh wow. Wow. Wow. ## 10. Flower Planters ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i5/tj/c1g1q1ge_585x1470.jpg) Via[Handimania](https://www.facebook.com/unsupportedbrowser) Make the in any color you like. ## 11. Necklace ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/en/ey/upmvvmdz_595x763.jpg) Via[CD Necklace - JEWELRY AND ...](https://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=8959.0) Another example of microwaved CD jewelry. ## 12. Animal Sculpture ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/iy/hw/uddwmplt_600x1080.jpg) Via[Animal Sculptures Made of CD ...](https://laughingsquid.com/animal-sculptures-made-of-cd-fragments/) I don't expect any of you will want to try this but I had to share. This was created by Australian artist Sean Avery. Stunning isn't it? ## 13. DIY Lamp ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jp/a1/vjjeq3gd_590x445.jpg) Via[DIY Lamps & Lights | ...](https://discover.hubpages.com/art/diy-lamps-lights-roundup-of-home-decor-craft-projects) Clever hey? ## 14. Roofing ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/he/lf/w1cnai7p_420x560.jpg) Via[Community Post: 12 Amazing CD ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/jayefuu/13-amazing-cd-dvd-upcycling-projects-6096) An ingenious way to use old CDs for sheds or dog houses. Does anyone else think these look like dragon scales?? ## 15. Suncatcher ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/md/s0/u6bfwqoe_350x440.jpg) Via[Suncatcher Craft](https://www.education.com/activity/article/cd-sun-catcher/) So simple - keep the kids busy for a wee while. ## 16. Coin Purses ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wu/rq/r8gg1rnx_250x250.jpg) ViaRecycled CD Coin Purse Some people are so clever aren't they? ## 17. Cheap Disco Ball ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tm/w1/k6lso6s3_315x320.jpg) Via[12 Creative Things To Do ...](https://goo.gl/zLgMSY) This will liven up any party decor. ## 18. DIY Greenhouse Made from CD Cases ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hh/cl/vhgx16jr_600x637.jpg) ViaCD Case Greenhouse Tutorial - ... If you're recycling CDs, what to do with all the cases? Why make a greenhouse of course! Obvious - right? ## 19. Earring Stand ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/km/z6/wml6oqlw_251x1600.jpg) Via[Best DIY Ideas: Make Earring ...](http://best-diy-ideas.blogspot.com/2014/01/make-earring-stand-from-old-cd.html) I guess you could make this with multiple tiers. ## 20. Wind Chime ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ws/yu/tzyogupe_373x560.jpg) Via[Coffee Can CD Wind Chime ...](https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-can-cd-wind-chime/) A coffee can and CDs - easy peasy. ## 21. Clock ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ba/yi/x2m4r9ec_430x321.jpg) Via[Recycled CD and Vinyl Album ...](https://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/recycled-cd-and-vinyl-album-clock/) Made from a vinyl LP (if you're not old enough to remember these, ask your mom about them ^_^) and CDs. ## 22. Organizer ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jb/ir/dt8w2xho_349x444.jpg) Via[moy-handmade.ru](https://moy-handmade.ru/) Make a hanging wall organizer with old CDs and some scraps of fabric. Very neat and practical way to recycle and reuse. ## 23. CD Spinner Toys ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g4/b3/e7o15fdn_600x469.jpg) Via[Homemade CD Spinner Toy - ...](https://teachbesideme.com/homemade-cd-spinner-toy/) Something for the kids. ## 24. Recycled CD Mosaic Flower Pot ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jf/nf/npabvhmp_600x800.jpg) Via[Make it easy crafts: Recycled ...](http://www.makeiteasycrafts.com/2012/06/recycled-cd-mosaic-flower-pot.html) I guess once you know how to do CD mosaic you can use it on anything you're inspired by. ## 25. Kitchen Coaster ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o1/c2/lobwr06p_500x556.jpg) Via[DIY Project – 8 ways ...](https://goo.gl/OGqX2R) Use the CD as a base. ## 26. Organizational Tip ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/my/y5/mi1ecsul_600x450.jpg) Viablog.makezine.com Might as well give you an for how to use blank CD cases while I'm here. Store cables in CD spindles. ## 27. Twine Container ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/so/du/ehq2omuc_213x320.jpg) Via[Tips & Tricks To Make ...](https://grrrlhub.com/) Upcycle a CD Container to Store Twine : another great idea for reusing old things! Just a thought, you could use it for ribbon storage too. ## 28. Scarecrow ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fw/f9/v2m57jr4_398x600.jpg) ViaJunk Drawer Decor | I ... Keep those pesky birds away from your precious plants. ## 29. Crocheted Purse ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nd/ms/rtn6l91g_217x320.jpg) ViaMis 100 y más creatividades A purse unique to you. ## 30. CD Clock ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/md/m1/oheu3q9k_471x569.jpg) Via[Upcycle Us](http://upcycleus.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-10-14T04:47:00-07:00&max-results=20&start=32&by-date=false) Two lots of recycling in on project - old magazines and an old CD. ## 31. Shirt Collar ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xu/n8/sddda7m0_500x1624.jpg) ViaDIY Fashion How unusual. ## 32. Recycled CD Photo Frame ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tt/jf/nq4fuzek_537x728.jpg) Via[Items similar to Recycled CD ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) A cute way to display your treasured pictures. ## 33. CD Tealight Holder ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vg/z3/mx7q43u0_352x300.jpg) Via[Make a CD Tealight Holder](https://feltmagnet.com/crafts/our-cd-crafts) The color comes from painting the CD before baking it and shaping it. ## 34. Bracelet ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/iv/kf/enzaggxq_500x368.jpg) Viagreatgreengoods.com Can you believe this is made from recycled CDs? I'm really quite impressed by this stuff. ## 35. Room Divider ![](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l3/l9/dl63oxb0_500x750.jpg) Via[DIY Project – 8 ways ...](https://goo.gl/OGqX2R) Nice! Just a case of painting CDs and stringing them together. I’m precious about my CDs and won’t be getting rid of them! I still have all my vinyl records. 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