Fix Your Busted Keyboard – Turn It Into A Cool Old-School Photo Frame

You might not have thought of a computer keyboard as decor, but turns out, they can make super cute stuff. With a retro tech vibe that works with lots of styles, from shabby chic to Art Deco, this DIY keyboard picture frame takes that old, broken device and turns it into a one-of-a-kind piece of art for your home. And the best part? It’s really simple – just pop out the keys and stick them on a frame.

To make this, you’ll need a keyboard, strong glue, tweezers, sandpaper, and a picture frame. If you don’t have an old keyboard laying around, check thrift stores – they’re a great place to find them (or even old calculators, which can add different key shapes and sizes for extra flair). While you can buy a ready-made frame, you can also build your own using cardboard, plywood, an old book, or any flat, sturdy surface to glue your photo and keyboard keys onto.

Okay, once you’ve got all your materials, use the tweezers to pop those keys off the keyboard. You can use random keys or pick out specific letters, numbers, and symbols that you really like. Give the keys a quick wipe with a microfiber cloth or paper towel to clean them up. If there’s any gunk or dirt, just soak them in some soapy water for a few minutes, rinse, and let them dry. Then lightly sand down the picture frame and wipe away any dust.

Now the fun part – gluing the keys onto the frame! You can do them in straight lines for a classic look, or angle them diagonally for a bit of whimsy. Play around with mixing up the key sizes, like using the long space bar next to little number keys, for a cool abstract design. Or take it even further and spray paint the keys in different colors to really make it your own. You can also add some extra touches like ribbon, gemstones, or twine around the edges to soften up the techy vibe. This DIY is an easy but stylish way to dress up a picture frame, decorate a tabletop, or even give new life to a centerpiece.