LP trays

A decorative item that gives back ? These record album trays are made from 80% recycled parts and gives back to the community. That is right ...now that is a gift that keeps on giving. See, not only did I use "used" items for this project, I bought them from stores that support local charities and programs thru the sales in their retail outlets.

Here is how it started....

While browsing thru my local St Vinnies I was captivated by the piles and piles of really cool and amusing record albums out there. It is a shame that people can't appreciate these in a new way. (then the wheels started). Ah-ha !!!! Little side trays for cocktails, knick-knacks, perfume..whatever.

The cover was split apart then securely glued to a piece of MDF, front and back. Then 4 holes were drilled to secure the handles for the tray. (mismatched cabinet pulls from my local ReStore).

and the back is the playlists.

A coat of poly resin and museum corners for a scratchproof bottom and TA-DA, you have a brand new way to appreciate that groovy album. I am still finding a use for the record it self, but for now I am loving these trays. I have about 40 more albums that I want to transform. Everything from Air Supply to Shawn Cassidy and Barbara Streisand to Ted Nugget. They are all one of a kind as the hardware varies based on the theme. I have some great brass and Lucite handles I am going to put on a Zamfir one. Quite classy.

Look for these three and many others in the weeks to come in my shop.