What do you do with those old CDs that you can’t use anymore? There’s a long tradition of making art from old CDs dating back to the days when AOL shipped out millions of CDs to mailboxes all over the country. CD arts and crafts have become even more popular as the importance of recycling has grown. Check out these ideas for making art from old CDs. Coasters from Old CDs Years ago, computer programmers around the world figured out that an AOL CD was the perfect thing to keep coffee rings off your desktop. It’s just the right size for the bottom of a coffee mug. Since then, crafters have offered dozens of variations on the old coffee coasters from old CDs meme. The basic process is simple. Decorate one side of the CD as desired. Cut a felt circle the same size as the CD. Glue the felt circle to the undecorated side of the CD. Need ideas for decorating your CD coasters? Here’s just a few: Make a photo collage by gluing photos to cover the front of the CD. Cover with clear adhesive paper. Paint a design with acrylic paints. Make a 3-D CD coaster by cutting out pieces of 2-3 CDs, stacking them so that the cutouts reveal the CDs below, and topping the stack with a clear spacer CD. Engrave the shiny side of the CD with a Dremel tool. Disco Ball from Old CDs There are several different versions of CD Disco Balls out there ranging from Christmas ornament size to full-size take-it-to-the-club balls. Again, the basic process for making a disco ball from old CDs is the same, no matter what the size. Start with a ball form for the core. A styrofoam ball works well. Cut old CDs into rectangular pieces with snips. Glue the old CD pieces to the ball shiny side out. Add a hanging string and hang it up. The finished CD ball makes a great sun catcher. Photo Frames from Old CDs Old CDs are also the perfect size to serve as a frame for a standard size photograph. There are ways to turn unused CDs into photo magnets, photo holders and photo frames. The process varies, depending on the finished product. One of the most innovative CD photo frames uses this method. Cut photo to fit CD. Glue photo to CD back. Glue a strip of hook and loop tape like Velcro to the back. Make several. “Hang” photos on the wall by sticking the fuzzy side of the Velcro tape to the wall. Using Velcro tape to hang the photos makes it very easy to rearrange photos to your heart’s content. CD Suncatchers and Mobiles The reflective coating on CDs makes them perfect sun catchers and reflectors. Whether they’re hung in a window or in the middle of a ceiling, alone or in groups, old CDs and sunlight can turn a bedroom into a rainbow. This is the easiest way to turn a CD into a sun-catching decoration. Use a Dremel tool or electric drill with a fine drill bit to drill holes in the CD. For a sun catcher, drill one hole about 1/4 inch from the edge of the disc. Hang from a suction cup hook holder. For a mobile, drill several holes evenly spaced around the rim of the disc. Use monofilament thread to make a hanging loop, and to hang other CDs at different heights around the disc. CD Room Divider A room divider made from old, unused CDs is a much more ambitious project. It requires 20 to 40 CDs, depending on the size of the divider, and some carpentry skills. The frame can be made from wood, metal or plastic, and can be any size, as long as the center is open. Make an open frame out of wood or any other material. Space cup hooks evenly along inside top and bottom edges of the frame. Use a Dremel or rotary drill to make holes on the edges of the CDs. String CDs together using varying lengths of monofilament threads. Make as many strands of CDs as there are pairs of hooks. Loop one end of monofilament thread over each hook in the top frame. Stretch down to loop the bottom end of the strand over the bottom hook, making sure to keep the strand taut. There are literally dozens of ways to upcycle those old CDs and keep them out of the landfills. These are just a few of the best ones out there.
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Artwork From Old CDs – Five Projects to Make With CDs Instead of Throwing Them Away
How to Pack Away Christmas Decorations : Packing White Christmas Ornaments
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Giving Personalized Baby Gifts Is A
Gifts are also known as a source of happiness, and even more if they were given to babies. Today, stores that specializes baby gifts are rich with so many variety of adorable items that can make a prefect present to babies. One of the most wanted items that gift giver usually opt to give are personalized baby items. Today, you can find so many kinds of personalized baby gifts, be it for a little boy or girl, in all ages. Both online and local stores can offer the appropriate presents for a baby shower, birthday, christening, Christmas and others.
Along with baby keepsakes are different variety of personalized decorative items such as engraved baby picture frames, ceramic plates, baby keepsake boxes, piggy banks, nursery decors and the likes. Additionally, growth charts, door hangers and tooth fairy gifts are also available in different selections.
When giving personalized baby gifts, you will also need to be practical in such a way that you are going to give useful things that both the parents and child could enjoy using as often as needed. For example, if a personalized gift will be given at a baby shower, consider personalized newborn clothing, blankets, diaper bags, crib bedding sets, toys and etc. Such presents are not only excellent because they are useful, but can be also presented with a personal and thoughtful touch.
Browsing online, you can surely find thousands of online baby stores that carry lots of varieties on personalized baby gifts, from newborn clothing, baby keepsakes, infant jewelry, christening presents, gifts for siblings to even gifts for parents. Actually, there is an endless option when it comes to adorable personalized gifts for babies, both for boys and girls.
There are some options also when it comes to shopping personalized baby presents. For example, if you don’t want to buy ready-made items, you can always order adorable items that can be customized according to your taste. There are may online stores that offer such service. If you want it to be in a specific color, there are so many cue colors to choose from. If your gift will need to be embroidered, there are several embroidering styles as well, like you can choose a specific font or thread colors. Personalization often include the baby’s name, initials, date of birth or a personal message.
Aside from baby gifts, you can also find different variety of personalized baby shower supplies you may need if you are planning a baby shower for an expectant friend. You can personalize the invitations, decorations, games and even the baby shower favors. Personalizing the baby shower by incorporating personalized supplies simply shows you want the best for the new family. Although it can be a bit challenging to plan a special event like a baby shower, but it can give a rewarding feeling after it ends. Shop online to see a more wider options of personalized baby gifts and baby shower supplies. You don’t need to go far because you can have them purchased using your Internet access at home.
Discover a Treasured Hide Away for Winter Sports
A skier’s paradise is in store for those that visit Crested Butte, Colorado. The last ski town in Colorado is 4 hours from Denver, and 3 scenic hours from both Colorado Springs and Grand Junction; and offers a tranquil escape to reconnect with both nature and the entire family. I have been there – and the scenery is phenomenal! A pleasant change of pace from escaping the cold and heading to “St. Somewhere”, Crested Butte is every bit as relaxing as it is exciting. Adventure junkies can tackle any number of ski resorts that line this wonderful little town, while nature lovers can sit and marvel at some of the most serene snow-cap mountains anywhere in the world. Yes, the holidays are here, and the people at Gunnison Crested Butte, Colorado have every intention on making this holiday season one to remember. Currently Gunnison is offering Thanksgiving and Christmas deals for families, friends and couples alike. If your vacation ranges December 26, 2008 – January 3, 2008, the fifth night is free. Ranging from hotel suites to four bedroom condos, you can save up to $1138; not to mention up to 20% on your equipment rentals. Though skiing seems like the main winter sport here, they also offer boarding, Nordic, Sno Shoeing, Ice fishing, Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, tubing, dog sledding and an array of educational and recreational children’s’ activities. If this has peaked your interest, the ‘Stay & Ski Free’ promotion is offered with a number of their fabulous lodges. That’s two free lift tickets for every night you stay; and the places to choose from to rest your head after tackling the white powder are premier. I spoke to the tourism board to find out what the best deals around were – and after my own investigation, this is what I have found: The Ruby, a luxurious Bed & Breakfast starts at just $60 per night including breakfast to get your day started and free shuttle bus to one of the best mountains in Colorado, Crested Butte Mountain Resort. After a long day of swooshing around in the snow, come to your holiday home and receive an in-house massage with your 20% discount. Another homey type hotel is the Water Wheel Inn, here you can take full advantage of the ‘stay and ski free’ offer, You can marvel at some of the most spectacular views from any turn of the resort. From Blue Mesa Reservoir to the rock walls of Black Canyon, this resort captures the ‘postcard’ image of what a ski vacation should be. One of the best parts of this vacation was what happens after nightfall. With its wide open skies, the stars put on a light show that gives some July 4 fireworks celebration a run for there money. If this wasn’t enough, you can enjoy the whole show while soaking the night away in one of the hot tubs; quite frankly, the best part of the vacation for me! Staying with the theme, another lodge to consider when out in ski country is the Elk Mountain Lodge. Old world elegance meets modern day comfort in this 1880s miner’s lodge in downtown Crested Butte. Whether it’s a full skiing experience or a quiet getaway for two, the Elk Mountain Lodge offers the perfect balance. Along with your amazing mountain views, you also get breakfast and two lift tickets. $125 is the price for both you and your companion. Everything needed for a nice nature loving vacation can be found at the Elk Mountain Lodge. Along with receiving a chance to ski some of the best mountains for free, there is more discounts for those that are planning on spending their next vacation out west. Of course, these are just two of the many resorts that are offering some out of this world savings to come out and experience Crested Butte; an outdoor adventure where nature’s artistry is your playground. A place to ski, get a muscle relaxing massage and enjoy a nice warm hot tub all while allowing your senses to be at one with your surroundings. The ‘Stay & Ski Free’ offers are going on right now; get out and take full advantage of it.
Break With Tradition – Spend Christmas Away From Home
The tradition of waiting at home for Santas visit, like all other traditions, is under going a change. No wonder then, that we find more and more American families spending Christmas away from home. To cater to the needs of those going out for a vacation before or during Christmas, there is a variety of fun holiday locations we can look into.
In upstate New York, located in the Adirondack Mountains, there is North Pole. Yes, North Pole, New York is one of the most charming places to vacation during Christmas time for both young in age and at heart.
Open for five weekends prior to Christmas, the vacation packages offer lodging and meals along with admission to Santas workshop. With live music, live glassblowers, puppet shows and other holiday entertainment it makes a perfect Christmas holiday for you and your family. To top it all the Santas Village has shops where you can look for a memento from your Christmas vacation.
The next best thing to being in this North Pole is North Pole, Alaska. The Alaskan North Pole Christmas vacation packages are keyed up to give the genuine North Pole experience by including a visit to Santas house in North Pole. Further credibility is provided in shape of an optional dog sled ride on authentic Alaskan dog sled, through the Santas village in the North Pole.
It indeed makes for a once in a life time experience. Like the North Pole, New York packages, Alaskan North Pole too offers one or two night stay over the weekend. Accommodation is available in the nearby Fairbanks and at the Chena Hot Springs Resort and also at the Santaland RV Park. Shopping for souvenirs is easy at Santa House which also houses a large store that stocks all types of gifts and mementos that you would like to take back home. Irrespective of your age Alaskan North Pole offers you the best for Christmas merry making.
Hershey, Pennsylvania is another place that you may consider for a Christmas vacation if you are traveling before or during the Christmas season. Home of the Hersheys candy, Hershey Park transforms into Christmas Candyland, a month before Christmas when one million lights are lit for the visitors.
The staff at Hersheys Park joins in to put up animated displays which are sure to enchant children and adults alike. Christmas Candyland, during Christmas and the rest of the Park through out the year, Hershey Park make for a perfect escape from repetitive routine city life.
If you have watched the Walt Disney World parade, televised ever year from Orlando, Florida, then seeing the real thing will be a out of the world experience for your children. Seeing all their favorite Disney characters adorned in Santa hats and Christmas getups during Christmas time will delight not only your children but you too.
There will not be a single dull moment during your Disney vacation with special Christmas time shows the like of Mickey Mouses Twas the Night Before Christmas and Belles Enchanted Christmas Storytelling. Thousands of Giant Christmas trees, lit up with myriads of Christmas lights ensures that no one, young or old, remains untouched by the magic of Disney World. For lots of fun at reduced prices, a visit to Disney World during Christmas time is value for money, as the rates are far lower than the peak season time.
In contrast to the cold wintry Christmas, Christmas in the Disney World is a different experience with temperatures in the mid 70s. The charm and enchantment of Disney World is sure to compensate for absence of snow and Santas sledge.
