You can still dance to old CDs even if you don't like the music on them any more. Just turn them into a disco ball to boogie under! Here's how to recycle all those freebie and unwanted CDs and turn them into something funky and new.

EditSteps

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   Find your unwanted CDs. CDs with cracks are fine; you can use any cracks to help break open the CDs.
   
   
   
   
   
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   Cut each CD into little squares.
   
   
   
   • The squares do not need to be even but aim to keep them around the same size when cutting, as this helps to keep them together neatly on the ball as you glue it.
   • To soften the CDs for cutting (and reduce splintering) dip the CD into boiling water without letting it touch the bottom of the pot. Pull it out before it starts to warp (this might take a little experimenting on your part to determine how long they need to be dipped). Wear gloves while cutting the CD while it's still warm.
   • Kitchen shears are best, as the CD material could ruin a good pair of thinner scissors. Ensure a good grip on the cutting device to avoid aching hands.
3. 3
   Collect the squares in a pile. You will end up with all different sizes of little squares.
   
   
   
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   Fetch the Styrofoam ball and glue gun.
   
   
   
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   Put a hole through the ball with a bamboo skewer (or any similar tool). Run some fishing wire or a string through the ball and knot into a loop from which the ball can be hung.
   
   
   
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   Glue the squares on from the ball's center. Work your way up and down the ball. Continue until it is covered. Leave the top of the disco ball, where the loop comes out, for last. It's a good place to put any irregular bits because it's the least conspicuous.
   
   
   
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   Hang the ball. You now have a mini disco ball and you've reused the old CDs!
   
   
   
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   Done.
   
   
   
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EditTips

• If you're using craft glue rather than a hot gun, use some towels to wipe away any drips.
• You can color the pieces with permanent marker to give the ball a multi-colored effect.
• Some CDs are silver on both sides; keep the shiny side out when gluing such CD pieces.
• You can use old records for this project too! Just put the shiny black part facing out.
• Get a toy motor (for example, one from building block sets) to turn your disco ball. With some building block motors, it is possible to attach it to a long string of rods and connectors.

Warnings

• The CD pieces may be sharp.
• When using a hot glue gun, keep a bowl of ice water handy for dipping in your finger in immediately if burned, to ward off the pain.

Things You'll Need

• Old, unwanted CDs (many can be sourced from thrift stores or recycling depots)
• Styrofoam ball (craft store)
• Kitchen shears or very strong scissors
• Glue gun or craft glue
• Bamboo skewer or a stick
• Fishing line or a string

EditRelated wikiHows

• How to Make Bowls out of Vinyl Records
• How to Decorate a Mirror with CDs You Don't Need
• How to Reuse and Recycle Old CDs and DVDs
• How to Design a CD Coaster

EditSources and Citations

• http://www.videojug.com/film/how-to-make-a-disco-ball-with-junk-cds VideoJug A video demonstration of making the disco ball out of junk CDs. Original source of article. Shared with permission.