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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nHow to Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into a Working Clock<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking to add a Hollywood touch to your home in a simple yet effective way, then this craft is the perfect choice for you. The cinema reel already resembles a clock face, so you can quickly see how we got this idea. To turn your reel into a clock, you will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Your old film reel, whether that be from your 8mm or 16mm film conversion<\/a>.<\/li>
- A clock movement.<\/li>
- A Forstner drill bit \u2013 the size needed will depend on the width of your clock movement.<\/li>
- Craft glue.<\/li>
- Spray glue.<\/li>
- Decorative paper of your choice. This will act as the clock\u2019s background, so choose something that goes well with your existing d\u00e9cor.<\/li>
- A craft knife.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Once you have gathered everything you need, separate the reel from the can and set it aside. From there, you need to drill a hole into the middle of the base of the can. Using the base as a template, cut out a circle of your chosen paper the same size, spray with glue and stick it firmly to the base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use the craft knife to cut a hole in the centre of the paper that matches up to the hole you drilled earlier. Glue and place the reel back into the can\u2019s base and let it set for a good few hours. The clock movement should come with its own set of instructions, so make sure to follow them accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need to separate the clock arms and then insert the clock movement from the back of the can through the hole. Glue this in place and let dry for a few more hours. Once it has set, you can re-attach the clock arms, and you\u2019re done! You\u2019ve got yourself an interesting, unique piece of art that functions as a working clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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How to Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into Outdoor Planters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for something a little easier, this is a fantastic idea for those who want to utilise their old cinema reels but don\u2019t fancy getting the drill out. There are two ways to turn your cinema reels into outdoor planters \u2013 the first is by hanging them on a wall or fence, let\u2019s take a look. You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Your old film reels.<\/li>
- Plant pots that fit into the holes in your reel.<\/li>
- Picture hooks and nails.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
All you need to do for this simple craft is attach the picture hooks to the back of your cinema reel and hammer in the nails to your fence or wall, depending on where you choose to hang it. From there, simply lift and place the reel and slot in the plant pots. Make sure that the soil isn\u2019t spilling out as the plant pots will be lay on their side. You can do this by ensuring the soil is damp and is filled only halfway, not to the top of the pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way of doing this is simply by placing the plant pots into the holes in the cinema reel and laying the reel on the floor. You don\u2019t need any additional attachments, just remove the can from the reel, put the pots in and there you have it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into Movie-Themed Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFinally, get creative in any way you see fit by transforming your cinema reels into movie-themed art for your home cinema. There aren\u2019t any rules or instructions for this creative craft, just get stuck in! Here are a few of our ideas to help you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Separate the reels from the can and arrange them on your wall with your favourite movie posters to add a unique twist to your d\u00e9cor.<\/li>
- Place a lamp behind the reels to create some cinema-themed lighting in your home.<\/li>
- If you have multiple reels, leave them how they are and stand them up on a coffee table or shelf \u2013 it\u2019s that easy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have old cinema reels just lying around your house, we hope that this has inspired you to get in touch<\/a> with us to transfer film to digital<\/a>. All your precious memories will be safe and future-proofed, and you can relax and get stuck in with some unique, interesting crafts to add a cinematic spin to your home\u2019s design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When we have finished your conversions, we send you your old reels back for you to dispose of. However, instead of just throwing them away, why not get creative and upcycle them? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019re looking into some of the creative uses for your old cinema reels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,21,20],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1458"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1460,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions\/1460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Once you have gathered everything you need, separate the reel from the can and set it aside. From there, you need to drill a hole into the middle of the base of the can. Using the base as a template, cut out a circle of your chosen paper the same size, spray with glue and stick it firmly to the base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use the craft knife to cut a hole in the centre of the paper that matches up to the hole you drilled earlier. Glue and place the reel back into the can\u2019s base and let it set for a good few hours. The clock movement should come with its own set of instructions, so make sure to follow them accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need to separate the clock arms and then insert the clock movement from the back of the can through the hole. Glue this in place and let dry for a few more hours. Once it has set, you can re-attach the clock arms, and you\u2019re done! You\u2019ve got yourself an interesting, unique piece of art that functions as a working clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into Outdoor Planters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for something a little easier, this is a fantastic idea for those who want to utilise their old cinema reels but don\u2019t fancy getting the drill out. There are two ways to turn your cinema reels into outdoor planters \u2013 the first is by hanging them on a wall or fence, let\u2019s take a look. You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Your old film reels.<\/li>
- Plant pots that fit into the holes in your reel.<\/li>
- Picture hooks and nails.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
All you need to do for this simple craft is attach the picture hooks to the back of your cinema reel and hammer in the nails to your fence or wall, depending on where you choose to hang it. From there, simply lift and place the reel and slot in the plant pots. Make sure that the soil isn\u2019t spilling out as the plant pots will be lay on their side. You can do this by ensuring the soil is damp and is filled only halfway, not to the top of the pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way of doing this is simply by placing the plant pots into the holes in the cinema reel and laying the reel on the floor. You don\u2019t need any additional attachments, just remove the can from the reel, put the pots in and there you have it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into Movie-Themed Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFinally, get creative in any way you see fit by transforming your cinema reels into movie-themed art for your home cinema. There aren\u2019t any rules or instructions for this creative craft, just get stuck in! Here are a few of our ideas to help you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Separate the reels from the can and arrange them on your wall with your favourite movie posters to add a unique twist to your d\u00e9cor.<\/li>
- Place a lamp behind the reels to create some cinema-themed lighting in your home.<\/li>
- If you have multiple reels, leave them how they are and stand them up on a coffee table or shelf \u2013 it\u2019s that easy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have old cinema reels just lying around your house, we hope that this has inspired you to get in touch<\/a> with us to transfer film to digital<\/a>. All your precious memories will be safe and future-proofed, and you can relax and get stuck in with some unique, interesting crafts to add a cinematic spin to your home\u2019s design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When we have finished your conversions, we send you your old reels back for you to dispose of. However, instead of just throwing them away, why not get creative and upcycle them? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019re looking into some of the creative uses for your old cinema reels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,21,20],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1458"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1460,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions\/1460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
All you need to do for this simple craft is attach the picture hooks to the back of your cinema reel and hammer in the nails to your fence or wall, depending on where you choose to hang it. From there, simply lift and place the reel and slot in the plant pots. Make sure that the soil isn\u2019t spilling out as the plant pots will be lay on their side. You can do this by ensuring the soil is damp and is filled only halfway, not to the top of the pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way of doing this is simply by placing the plant pots into the holes in the cinema reel and laying the reel on the floor. You don\u2019t need any additional attachments, just remove the can from the reel, put the pots in and there you have it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Turn Your Old Cinema Reels into Movie-Themed Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFinally, get creative in any way you see fit by transforming your cinema reels into movie-themed art for your home cinema. There aren\u2019t any rules or instructions for this creative craft, just get stuck in! Here are a few of our ideas to help you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Separate the reels from the can and arrange them on your wall with your favourite movie posters to add a unique twist to your d\u00e9cor.<\/li>
- Place a lamp behind the reels to create some cinema-themed lighting in your home.<\/li>
- If you have multiple reels, leave them how they are and stand them up on a coffee table or shelf \u2013 it\u2019s that easy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have old cinema reels just lying around your house, we hope that this has inspired you to get in touch<\/a> with us to transfer film to digital<\/a>. All your precious memories will be safe and future-proofed, and you can relax and get stuck in with some unique, interesting crafts to add a cinematic spin to your home\u2019s design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When we have finished your conversions, we send you your old reels back for you to dispose of. However, instead of just throwing them away, why not get creative and upcycle them? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019re looking into some of the creative uses for your old cinema reels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,21,20],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1458"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1460,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions\/1460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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If you have old cinema reels just lying around your house, we hope that this has inspired you to get in touch<\/a> with us to transfer film to digital<\/a>. All your precious memories will be safe and future-proofed, and you can relax and get stuck in with some unique, interesting crafts to add a cinematic spin to your home\u2019s design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When we have finished your conversions, we send you your old reels back for you to dispose of. However, instead of just throwing them away, why not get creative and upcycle them? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019re looking into some of the creative uses for your old cinema reels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,21,20],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1458"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1460,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1458\/revisions\/1460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cine2dvdtransfers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}