30 Creative Ways to Repurpose Photos
Feb 04, 2013
Whether or not you have an official Valentine this year, we can all agree that Valentine’s Day is a fun excuse to show the folks close to you how much you care. And what better way to show your love than by repurposing all those old photos of you and your peeps? Here are 30 creative DIY photo projects from all over the web, from glowing photo lanterns to the tiniest Polaroid magnets we’ve ever seen.
Magnetic Photo Calendar
Create a year-round calendar on your fridge with these sweet DIY magnetic photo pockets. (via Photojojo)
Ceramic Photo Tiles
These are great as coasters or wall art – love the idea of using photographs of places that are special to you and your Valentine if you’re gifting it up. (via Brit + Co.)
Glowing Houses
How gorgeous are these? Print out photos of houses and get to work. (via Fellow Fellow)
Custom Pillows
Gotta love the power of the iron-on transfer. (via BHG)
Polaroid Charm Necklace
So sweet, and made using Sculpey clay you can bake right in your oven. (via Dotcoms for Moms)
DIY Canvas Portrait
Forget ordering a large canvas version of your favorite photo – you can make it yourself! (via A Beautiful Mess)
Tape Picture Frames
Such a cute and affordable way to display photos, and so easy to change up. (via Design*Sponge)
Photo Lollipops
These are definitely on the borderline strange side, but we’re digging ’em anyway. (via Photojojo)
Envelope Liners
Perfect for baby announcements, wedding invitations, or just whimsical pieces of postal love. (via Paiges of Style)
Fabric Photo Pockets
What a great way to add a personal touch to old garments. (via A Beautiful Mess)
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Glowing Photo Spheres
Love these lanterns! Great as gifts or as illumination at a birthday party, wedding, or pretty much any type of celebration. (via Photojojo)
Nature-Inspired Vases
Lazertran paper makes it super easy to transfer any photo image to a smooth surface like a vase, table, or chair. (via BHG)
Polaroid Postcards
Did you know you can send Polaroids as postcards without envelopes? So fun! (via Brit + Co.)
Produce Bags
We are totally in love with these produce bags. Iron on your favorite veggies and get your buns to the farmer’s market. (via Design*Sponge)
Memory Candles
For a bit of candlelit nostalgia, make copies of old photos of your parents or grandparents and create memory candles. (via Inspired Ideas)
Photo Jewelry
Love the idea of creating our own take on this using super colorful abstract images. (via Country Woman)
Photo Pencils
Got an artist in the family? Make them a custom set of colored pencils with a vibrant photo. (via Photojojo)
Chambray Polaroid Top
Iron ons are seriously the best. Love the look of this chambray Polaroid top. (via Stars for Streetlights)
Wooden Photos
Transferring photos to wood is an easy way to get that rustic vibe without sacrificing the bold hues you love. (via Apartment Therapy)
Photo Star
Another one we’d love to try with even more abstract, colorful images. (Scraps and Scribbles)
Film Negative Candle Holders
After you’ve scanned all your old film into digital form, create these gorgeously illuminated candle holders. (via Photojojo)
Family Photo Bookshelf
Definitely a cool way to display family photos without having a mantle packed to the max with frames. (via A Beautiful Mess)
Photo Snow Globes
Another one for the holidays, these photo snow globes make great, slightly kitschy gifts. (via WonderHowTo)
Table Runner
Collect black and white photos of your parents, grandparents, sisters, brothers, and more to create this beautiful table runner. (via Ruffled Blog)
Felt Polaroids
For a more tactile take on the Polaroid, create a series of them out of felt! (via A Beautiful Mess)