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DIY Monogram Tin Can

August 06, 2009

Categories: DIY | Tags: , , , | 8 comments

In my quest to repurpose all the tin cans lying around my house, I recently made this monogrammed creation.

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Using some vintage paper, I wrapped the can and then used a print out of an E as my guide. I used rubber bands to hold my template around the can and began pounding holes around the outside of the letter with a hammer and nail. I thought the letter would stand out better if I used embroidery thread and weaved it in and out of the holes. This is now on my craft desk collecting odds and ends and looking pretty.

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Comments (8)

  1. Such a cute idea! I’ve been saving tin cans for a project that I have in mind. I’m going to have to try yours too.

    Kimba

  2. Thank you! Let me know how it turns out if you do it. :)

  3. Wow! My mind is now swirling with ideas that you’ve inspired, thanks!

  4. I think this would look cool if you left the tin can uncovered, too. I can see a version with red yarn or thread or something like that. Maybe One with a P for pencils, one with an S for scissors. I love it!

  5. I love that idea Julie!

  6. I love this idea…I will have to try it sometime. Really it is just so much cuter than typical scrapbook paper covering that I do!

  7. Soooo cute, I need to try it, great idea about the holes

  8. Very Inspiring I will be checking out your blog more !

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