I came across this sweet vintage record over at
Three Potato Four's blog the other week. I think these old record sleeves make great wall art for kids' bedrooms, as well as providing hours of enjoyment, away from the TV. We pay regular visits to charity shops as a family and Savannah and Miles picked up a lovely vintage circus record on our last trip. I found these two original records within five minutes on etsy:
Vintage vinyl's upcycle possibilities seem endless. I've chosen a few examples of work by artists committed to re-using these defunct discs and covers, but I've really only just scratched the surface (ha!, ha!).
Vintage record album upcycled into notebook with record page divider by
dotiRecycled record mail holder from
DJSeek45rpm festive decorations by
VinyluxAmazing vinyl record laser-cuts from
Carlos AiresHave a look through your personal collection, I'm sure you'll find something to display, frame or even upcycle.
All very clever. I especially like the mail shelves and the laser cut motifs.
ReplyDeleteLove the album covers as wall art :) K
ReplyDeletetres beaux!
ReplyDeleteOops - forgot to post the link: Record related - The Rock 'n' Reel!
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amazing what can be done.
ReplyDeleteI remember having red vinyl 45's with stories like Little Red Riding Hood on them.
Thanks for your lovelt comment about my daughter reading.
Oh and by the way... I feel a bit like you today - just had to show this quirky Nativity Set !!!
( The Linen Shelf )