Don’t throw away old keys.

You’re right, old keys can be surprisingly useful! Here are some ideas for repurposing them:

Crafts and Decorations:

• Key Wind Chimes: String together old keys of varying sizes and lengths to create a unique wind chime.
• Key Jewelry: Use small keys as pendants, charms, or earrings.
• Key Art: Arrange keys in patterns or shapes on a canvas or board to create wall art.
• Key Ornaments: Decorate keys with paint, glitter, or beads to create Christmas ornaments or other festive decorations.
• Key Bookmarks: Attach a key to a ribbon or string to create a vintage-style bookmark.
• Key Photo Holders: Glue keys to a base and use them to hold photos or notes.
• Key Candle Holders: use the keys to decorate around the base of a candle.
• Key chains: add the old key to a new keychain.

Practical Uses:

• Garden Markers: Attach keys to sticks or wire and use them to label plants in your garden.
• Tool Organization: Use keys to organize tools or other small items in your workshop or garage.
• Emergency Tools: Some keys can be used as makeshift screwdrivers or other tools in a pinch.
• Weight for Light Items: Keys can add a small amount of weight to light items that need to be held down, like papers.
• Donations: some metal recycling centers will accept old keys.

Upcycling and Repurposing:

• Key Hooks: Attach keys to a board or wall to create unique hooks for coats, hats, or keys.
• Key Drawer Pulls: Replace old drawer pulls with vintage keys for a unique look.
• Key Mosaics: Use keys to create mosaics on tabletops, picture frames, or other surfaces.

Things to Consider:

• Safety: Be careful when working with old keys, as some may have sharp edges.
• Cleaning: Clean and sanitize old keys before using them in crafts or other projects.
• Creativity: Let your imagination run wild and find new and innovative ways to repurpose your old keys.