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Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

This is a simple photo frame transformation method. You can use unwanted CDs to decorate an old photo frame.

Create a mosaic effect by pasting cut-up CDs onto an unattractive photo frame. It looks a bit nostalgic, but Pangpangjiang thinks it looks pretty good.

Super simple waste recycling DIY, it is definitely worth your time to try.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

Material Tools:

Old photo frames

DVD (or CD)

E-6000 glue

Scissors

White craft paint

Brush

Brush

Wiping cloth

Mod Podge glue

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

1. Collect the required materials and tools. Depending on the size of the photo frame, you need to prepare 5-6 discs.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

2. Before officially starting to transform the photo frame, take the time to cut the CD into various irregular pieces. This is the most troublesome part, please also pay attention to safety.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

3. Once you have cut the discs, you can glue them to the surface of the frame.

Start by cleaning the surface of the frame, then start adding pieces from one corner. Add E-6000 to the surface, then add the debris.

Note: When using multiple discs, they should have different colors. Mosaics made of different colors look more beautiful.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

4. After adding the pieces to the frame surface, move them into place before the glue dries.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

5. Pay attention to the mix and match of colors and make sure the original surface of the frame is visible in the gaps between the pieces.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

6. After adding the pieces, let the glue dry. Then cover the surface with white craft paint, which looks like plaster paint.

Let the craft paint dry, then gently scrub the surface with a damp cloth. This will remove the paint from the disc and leave the craft paint in the gaps between the pieces.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

7. Note: You do not need to remove all the white paint from the disc, leave some naturally for a more rustic effect.

Mosaic style old picture frame renovation, just a few CDs and it’s done!

8. Now add 2-3 coats of Mod Podge glue to seal the mosaic surface. After drying, insert the mirror or photo into the frame and hang it~