Making Planters Out Of Tin Cans

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Making planters out of tin cans. I emptied out my diy cupboard of all bits of paint i had. Tin cans make sure they have been well washed and dried. Learn how to create rusted tin cans succulent planters. Apply a coat of primer.

You can also paint them in different colors or decorate by gluing fabric napkins or gift paper to the sidewall of the can. Make your own recycled luminaries. There are a lot of cool designs for wine racks but this idea of using tin cans has to be one of the simplest and cleverest i have seen. Succulents or other small plants.

Plants must be removed and transplanted from a tin can before the roots become cramped or encircle the base making the plant difficult to remove. Tin cans are only a little bit larger in circumference than wine bottles so they work perfectly. Tin cans are the perfect size for making a wine rack. Now these tin cans have been decoupaged with vintage insect graphics for a lovely retro science vibe.

Clean the tin cans thoroughly in soap and water both on the outside and inside and rinse well. Outdoor drink holders from tin can. How about changing the shape of the tin cans to that cruched bad look. Colourful tin can planters and pallet holder.

From old tin cans you can make colorful plant pots or great spring centerpieces. Spray paint outdoor water and rust resistant spray paint preferred for longevity of these planters. Once they are all painted and dry carefully spray your painted tin cans all over with an acrylic. Polish the surface with the metal sandpaper to remove any possible impurities.

Crushed tin can diy planters pillarboxblue. Be sure to make a few extra to keep for yourself. The tin can holds soil for the plant. Lay your tin cans on a big piece of carton before starting to work on painting them.

Then add a bit of glam with some gold chrome spray paint. You can recruit the kids to help out making this super quick and easy project. I found a wooden pallet in a skip dumpster on my road. They make adorable gifts or party favors for adults.

Secure with a lacquer from the craft store. If you re new to my blog you might not realize that i love old things especially things with patina and even rust.