Little Man isn’t feeling 100% today due to some wicked allergies (he’s clingy, sitting on my lap and trying to smash buttons on the keyboard), so I’m going to just let these pictures do all of the talking since this craft is pretty self explanatory.
Supplies needed: paint, paintbrushes, tin cans (tip: line the inside rim of the cans with a layer or two of masking tape to avoid sharp edges), assorted colorful ribbon and glue (not pictured). Optional embellishments – glitter, stickers, gemstones, sequins, etc.
Katie says
October 1, 2014 at 3:33 amLove this idea-what kind of glue do you recommend for the ribbon on the tin can? We typically use glue sticks or Elmer’s glue but it never seems to hold. Also do you have a recommendation for glue for buttons on the tree? I noticed that project on your list too. Thanks so much!
Heidi says
October 5, 2014 at 6:04 pmI like Elmer’s Craft Bond glue (it’s more heavy duty than their basic School Glue) or a low temperature glue gun for both projects! 🙂
Erica says
November 11, 2015 at 9:07 amLove this idea. will try this today.
kameron says
April 18, 2017 at 1:58 pmyou are so cool how old are you i am 9
Linda says
April 16, 2018 at 5:47 pmDo you remove the bottom of the can? If so, how?
Heidi says
April 19, 2018 at 8:44 pmYes, you do, Linda. With a can opener. 🙂
Cheryl Dennis says
May 7, 2019 at 8:22 amHi there! What type of paint did you paint the cans with? Also, what type of ribbon did you use? I want to be sure these products can survive the elements of rain and such…
Thank You!