CD ART
Ideas for Using CDs for Art Projects

CDs are not biodegradable. Instead of throwing away old CDs, here are some ideas for recycling CDs by turning old CDs into remarkable art. But first, here is some important information that you should know:

Because the surface of a CD is not porous, paints take a long time to dry. It may take 20-50 minutes for the paint to dry. You may want to paint the CD one day and do the project the next.

1. Always make sure that you use non-toxic paints. The paint should have the words “non-toxic” on the label or bottle.
2. Never attempt to cut a CD with scissors or another cutting implement. CDs could shatter into many pieces causing possible injury.

	Blue Dog CD Art Paint your CD blue. Wait for it to dry. Use shredded paper or paper cut into strips. Glue paper strips to CD. Add ears, nose, eyes and other features.
	Ying and Yang CD Art Paint your CD black. Wait for it to dry. Add some Crayola® Model Magic to cover half the CD.
	Scratch CD Art Paint your CD with a favorite color. Wait for it to dry. Stretch out a paper clip. Use the end of the paper clip to scratch designs.
	Holiday Pumpkin CD Art Paint your CD orange. Wait for it to dry. Add eyes, a nose, mouth and teeth using colored paper. Make other holiday CD art such as a bunny rabbit, leprechaun or snowman.
	Lion CD Art Paint your CD yellow. Wait for it to dry. Mold a lion’s head from some Model Magic. Use your markers and add eyes, lips, whiskers, spots and a nose. Use shredded paper or paper cut into strips. Glue paper strips to the CD.
	Patriotic CD Art Paint your CD white. Wait for it to dry. Paint some red stripes. Paint some blue stars.
	Face CD Art Paint your CD any color. Wait for it to dry. Use shredded paper or paper cut into strips. Glue paper strips to CD for hair. Add ears, nose, eyes and other features.
	Geometric CD Art Use a Sharpie and make circles and lines all over your CD. Paint the spaces you created using a variety of colors. Cover the center hole with paper, if you wish.