Something cool to do with old keys?

Question

I have a bunch of old mailbox keys that my dad gave me because they got rid of a mailbox at the office building he manages. So I have a bunch (20-30) of mailbox keys right now and I don't know what to do with them.

Ideas?

They look like this:

http://www.azpartsmaster.com/Products/Key-Blank---Hudson-HL1__BLANKH20.aspx

they're brass I think? so what should I do.

I can sodder (sp?) them if I want, I thought about spray-painting them but... we didn't have any cool colors.

I was thinking about making a windchime some how because they sould really pretty and windchime-y when they hit each other. BUT they will tangle if I use string to attach them.

Ideas appreciated! :P

Answer 1

Here's a site with lots of uses for old keys, including windchimes. The 'a key for Santa' project would be a great community-service activity, if you're in the mood.

Hope you find something you like.

http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61028517.tip...