Trash to Treasure: Film Memorabilia

Disc-Shade Pendant Lights

Discarded compact discs are turned into shades for small pendant lights. To make the CDs bend, they are placed on top of a shot glass then put in the oven, under the broiler for 10 seconds. (Careful — any longer and they can burn!) When cooled, the light cords are threaded through the CD holes.

Coffee Table

Film reels, items found at the hardware store and some old film come together to create a unique coffee table. The legs are made from two film reels that are attached to the frame with metal strapping. The frame of the table is made from angled iron normally used for shelving. The iron is held together with threaded rods and acorn nuts. The threaded rods get covered in aluminum hollow rods for a sleeker look. Film is woven around the rods, then a tempered glass tabletop covers the structure.

Side Table

To make this contemporary side table, an extra large film reel found online for $10 is fastened to furniture legs purchased at a retail store. A piece of fitted glass completes the project.