Tag Archives: coasters

Recycling Old Record Albums

I have tons of old vinyl albums, but hesitate to get rid of them. Yes, the quality is crummy after spending countless hours listening to them as a teen in my bedroom. But, there is love in those albums! So, what do I do with them? To see some really artistic uses of albums, check out the Crooked Brains blog. I, however, am not that creative. If you have been to a music store lately, you may have noticed some companies have turned old albums into cool things such as bowls and coasters. Can you do that at home? Yes, … Continue reading →

Make Some Coasters

Most kids enjoy working on craft projects not only because it is fun to do but also because they get the opportunity to be creative. What makes crafts even more enjoyable is making things that others will actually display or use. You and your kids can make great coasters for your home, with designs that coordinate with your décor as well as coming up with other designs for holidays and special occasions. One simple style of coasters can be made from wide-mouth jar lids. Clean and dry the lids and trace them onto felt. Cut out the felt and glue … Continue reading →