When most people throw empty tin cans, some turn them into something worth keeping around. Last Christmas, Kitchen Mama held a fun can craft contest to help reduce wastes and to celebrate the holidays.
If you have empty tin cans waiting in the recycling bin, go grab them now! There are MANY ways you can reuse and upcycle those cans yourself. And if you have a sweet tooth, keep reading to find out how to create your very own candy jar.
FESTIVE CANDY JAR – 21 Votes
The designer of this festive candy jar loves creating easy crafts that even a child can make. In fact, her little boy had fun drawing the little cars on this can craft.
Here’s how to make your very own Candy Jar
Step 1: Gather supplies…
- a can 2. thin cardboard 3. a glue gun 4. paint pens or marker
Step 2: Remove paper from the outside of the can. Be sure to clean the can thoroughly, dry it out, and make sure there’s no residue left behind before you start.
Step 3: Get rid of any rough or sharp edges using hot glue to ensure safety.
Step 4: Wrap the thin cardboard around the can and cut it to the appropriate length.
Step 5: Cut a zigzag pattern along one side at varying heights to represent mountains. Then use hot glue to secure the ends together.
Step 6: Measure another strip of thin cardboard, narrower than the last (approximately 1 inch in height), and cut zigzags along one side. Secure with hot glue over the taller piece of cardboard along the bottom of the can.
Step 7: Use paint pens or markers to decorate the peaks of the mountains with a snowy pattern.
Step 8: Draw some simple vehicles and glue them onto the can as if driving along the lower zigzag cardboard piece
If you also love crafts, recycling, and all things colorful, follow @allsmallcrafts on Instagram for more inspiration.
