Computer-challenged crafter destroys old laptop that gave her so much grief...

[newyorkdoll]

...and comes up with earrings for her computer-genious best friend!
I unscrewed, pried, and tore up my beyond-repair laptop from college, took a  moment to appreciate the amazingly confusing intricacy of the hardware, and proceded to hack it up into bits appropriate for jewelry. I used jewelry pliers to cut some hardware...stuff... into squares, only it was really tough to break apart, so I had to sand the sides to make them even and smooth. Then a quick coat of resin, some simply earring work, and viola! Awesome Christmas present! I'm so proud. Cheers! 
~Jaime
PS: I took the rest of the computer bits and pieces to my local recycling center for proper disposal.
PS Again: Oh yeah... Happy Holidays!

[TallTeenTurtle]

How cute! Would be perfect for computer loving crafsters. I dont have a dead computer but I think some of my brothers old electronic toys could use some chopping...

Last time I worked with plasticy material like that I used a heated needle to make the holes to string it. Is that what you did?

[Modern_day_Juliet]

Ooh...I'm no computer geek but I'd totally wear those! Love'em. The bead adds a nice touch.

[newyorkdoll]

The parts of the computer I used already had holes in them. The material is tough, but I think a dremmel would do the trick. 
PS: My friend LOVED them and wears them all the time now!

[TallTeenTurtle]

I ended up making some of these for myself after seeing your post. I love mine. 

But I was worried about the possible lead solder in the chips so I coated them in clear nailpolish. This way there are no sharp or chiping edges as well.

[Emi Ramsey]

great job! I bet breaking up the laptop was nice and cathartic as well 
very cool idea

[MyntKat]

I love cybertrash jewelry This set is great! I wish I had a computer to chop up (NOT my computer though, may it live long and prosper!)