old keys

gakernil

20 years ago

anyone have good ideas for using old keys? like the recycling idea and think keys would be fun.....

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (7)

SEWigardnut
20 years ago
I made a "wind chime" for the garden.
SEWigardnut
20 years ago
I've also seen SANTA KEYES with a little poem
Related Discussions
Ideas? Keys, Keys, & More Keys!
Q
Comments (40)
your brother had the same graduation date as my younger brother... you must still miss him... first ideas that came to my mind was also a birdhouse... mosaiced, with a few keys in places, with local little pebbles, from the river, moss from your backyard trees... little branches and any found things from your property.. if possible, his car license plate for the roof of the bird house.... second idea was to get several 6" tiles, from like Home Depot or Lowes...and make a frame around the door of one of doors at your house/cabin...in a Spanish idea they could be attached with some ready mixed grout/adhesive, with things attached to the tiles, in a mosaic idea but not necessarily grouted.. just bits and pieces, again, with the keys and found articles from the area, where you live.. tiles will be available in either white or an antiqued color..I've been painting the ones I have and firing them, so one day I can either do the door frame, like I mentioned or the back splash along the kitchen counter.. I love anything PNW, in art work...shells, rocks, glass, rust, ...I would do my entire house on the outside, if I had the stamina to do it...lol Becky....Olympia
...See More
8 yr. old Key Lime on Georgia coast
Q
Comments (2)
You should consider the Tavares limequat. The fruit is much bigger than Lakeland and equal to an indio mandarinquat. The flavor is complex. Here is a link that might be useful: mrtexas
...See More
3 yr old Key Lime - no fruit
Q
Comments (6)
I wouldn't necessarily say its supposed to flower in 3 years, perhaps likely to is a better statement. I also know someone with their tree about 6 or 7' and hasn't held fruit. There's quite a bit of variation to it. Some keylime trees need a longer period before they're mature enough to hold fruit. Next spring you could try a fert with a higher middle number, but chances are it'll just happen when the tree is ready. Some trees don't start producing until their lives are threatened by some sort of stress, but maturity is the greater factor. Gary
...See More
Fireplace gas valve key
Q
Comments (7)
Wow I really appreciate all the replies. I think I am not being clear as to my problem. I have found a bezel and not too expensive on eBay & Amazon. The key though, needs to look and function like an "L" turned upside down, not a "T" because the valve itself is too close to the wall. An L shape means one side can be close to the wall and still turn. I looked at all 20 pages on Amazon. Lots of keys, but all are a T shape and I didn't find any 1/4". Thanks everyone again. I may end up having to have a custom key made or just changing out the whole vale itself which also means going under the house....Eek!
...See More
texaswild
19 years ago
I've seen boxes and chests mosaiced entirely with them, or you could use them in mixed media mosaics. It's not even necessary to grout the item, just glue them on w/a strong glue that drys clear.
User
19 years ago
Mount them in a pleasing pattern and hang on the wall. Or mount them in a frame. Next to the front door would be my first choice. You can get several different size frames with glass at Michaels, choose a background fabric to complement you decor, mount the keys, and there you are, homemade art. Good luck, let us know what you do.
sistersunnie
19 years ago
I've always wanted to trim a Christmas tree with them, tie them on with colored ribbons....
anjabee
19 years ago
I've also seen them framed with decorative knobs and plates. I have some really big old rusty ones from a Mexican jail. I just put them on a big ring and hung them from a knob on my shelf. If you have new ones that you want to make look rusty (I like the look), someone just posted how to rust things over on Gardenjunk forum. :) ~Anj
sistersunnie
19 years ago
Picked up my daughter and her friends from college last night and one of the girls was wearing an old key on a chain around her neck.....said it was the fad in Southern California.

Interesting but I would bend over and hurt myself with that key.....

Related Stories

DECORATING GUIDES Use It or Lose It: How to Get Rid of Old Keys

By Vanessa Brunner

Clean out your junk drawer by getting rid of keys in an earth-friendly way

Full Story

DECORATING GUIDES 15 Key Pieces for Modern Farmhouse Style

By Laura Gaskill

Get that homey feel while staying of the moment with these modern takes on country classics

Full Story

STANDARD MEASUREMENTS The Right Dimensions for Your Porch

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Depth, width, proportion and detailing all contribute to the comfort and functionality of this transitional space

Full Story

204

Unlock the Secret to Keeping Keys in Check

By AWH Construction

Say goodbye to frenetic searching with key storage that suits your needs and matches your home's style

Full Story

LAUNDRY ROOMS Key Measurements for a Dream Laundry Room

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Get the layout dimensions that will help you wash and fold — and maybe do much more — comfortably and efficiently

Full Story

158

KITCHEN DESIGN Key Measurements for Your Kitchen Design

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Get the ideal kitchen setup by understanding spatial relationships, dimensions and work zones

Full Story

220

BATHROOM DESIGN Key Measurements to Make the Most of Your Bathroom

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Fit everything comfortably in a small or medium-size bath by knowing standard dimensions for fixtures and clearances

Full Story

276

STANDARD MEASUREMENTS Key Measurements: Hallway Design Fundamentals

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Whether narrow or wide, hallways can be enhanced with built-ins, artwork and distinctive lighting fixtures

Full Story

DECORATING STYLES When Your Style Evolves: Key Pieces for New Looks

By Laura Gaskill

Whether you're tired of traditional or meandering from modern, we help you make the decor transition smoothly

Full Story

GARAGES Key Measurements for the Perfect Garage

By Steven Corley Randel, Architect

Get the dimensions that will let you fit one or more cars in your garage, plus storage and other needs

Full Story

118

old keys

Comments (7)

SEWigardnut

SEWigardnut

Related Discussions

texaswild

User

sistersunnie

anjabee

sistersunnie

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US