Transforming Trash: How I Break Down Soda and Beer Cans For Crafting

[@adventuresphere7036]

To get the top of the can off, I use a regular, handheld can opener like one might use for canned veggies or tuna. Works like a charm!

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Yes a regular can opener will work. I have found that it can chew up the can sometimes but usually that doesn't matter. Thanks for watching 😊

[@natalianakoriakova8084]

@@adventuresphere7036 me too! Easy peasy

[@richaelastaley8131]

TFS! A quick tip on removing the tabs, if you rotate them all the way around and push the larger end into the can opening you can remove the whole tab including the little ring that connects it to the can lid. I started doing that in case I wanted to use the little ring in design elements and to avoid the sharp edges produced when wiggling/snapping them off.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi thanks for watching and for the tip. I will give it a try. 🙂

[@Talkative_trees]

That trick with putting the rings together is incredible!

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks 😊

[@lzrd8460]

When I’m cutting up my tin cans, especially getting the bottoms & rings ready to use, I slip on my silicone finger protectors. I bought them for hot glue but thought how practical & protective they would be for using when I’m working with aluminum cans. They work just great. I bought a pkg with three different sized for $0.86 cents from temu. Amazon prices are a lot more.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for the tip. I don't have a problem working with the aluminum cans but I have been known to injure myself with my glue gun. 🙂

[@SilentNoMore64]

Amazing!! Zero waste. I think Im going to wear gloves when trying this. Youre brave.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi - thanks for watching. It's not really dangerous but you can certainly wear gloves for extra protection.

[@SilentNoMore64]

@@UpcycleDesignLab Nope. I'm clutz. Lol

[@colleenrowe4586]

The inside tab is great for fish and dragon scales

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for the ideas. 🙂

[@colleenrowe4586]

I use the pampered chef can opener. It cuts the rim in half so I will try this new method thank you

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for watching. 🙂

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Cindy, I really really enjoyed watching you cut apart those can’s. It’s a very very useful and helpful video. I’ve seen the other videos and I highly recommend other’s watching them too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks again

[@jamee_maree]

Run the edges on the concrete garage floor for a fast way to smooth them :))

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

I have never tried that. Our garage floor is pretty smooth. 🙂🙂🙂 Thanks for watching.

[@s.c3773]

You are absolutely amazing and so kind to share. Thank you

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for your lovely comment and for watching 🙂

[@jodibetcher5245]

💕 Thank you, Cindy! ( I hope that I spelled it right. ) I have never seen or even heard of that tool. I have cut cans apart, but only with a tin snips. This looks a lot easier. 💕

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi Jodi your spelling is correct. 🙂 Thanks for watching. The draft top is really a kitchen gadget but I have co-oppted it for crafting. 🤣🤣🤣

[@InfinityFinds-ge6gu]

I’m new at this i thought i would give it a go because I have a bunch of Diet Coke cans and I have been wanting to make those beads.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for watching. I hope you enjoy the bead making. I am a little addicted to it myself. 🙂

[@cherylwade264]

The designs are really nice.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks Cheryl 😊

[@lzrd8460]

This is an excellent tutorial. Upcycledesign Labs is ALWAYS my go-to whenever I have a question about tin can crafts! 👏👏👏👏👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. One question though- do you have a tutorial on how to make those adorable little tin containers with the tops & handles? I looked through your list of uploads but couldn’t find one. ☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi thanks so much for your comment. Here is the tutorial you are looking for. 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHqZpaSsg9ple5I

[@rebeccaledford8202]

What do you do with the little squares you tear off the rings? Have you tried embossing or engraving the metal with your cricut? Done anything with steel or plastic jugs or bottles? The bottoms would make a great oversized pocket watch or locket. I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm a compulsive maker, but buying supplies when we have so much packaging seems very wasteful and unimaginative. You've encouraged me to resume my experiments. Thank you.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi Rebecca nice to meet a fellow upcycler. So far I am sad to say I have thrown away the pieces of can from the rings. I haven't tried embossing but I did a little experimenting with the Cricut engraving tool. I haven't made much from plastic jugs or containers but I have made a lot of projects from tin cans. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@marianneapple2533]

Thank you! This is so helpful! ❤

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi Marianne - I am happy you found the information helpful. Thanks for watching. 🙂

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thanks👍🏼

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@sidneaoliveira2962]

Sou artesã. E, adoro as suas técnicas com as latas de alumínio. Vou usar várias delas nos meus trabalhos. Obrigada. Um abraço do Brasil.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks so much. I am happy you are inspired. 🙂

[@elizabethsimpson9636]

Love love love this channel!!

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks Elizabeth. That is so sweet of you to say. 🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@cab102361]

Wow. Great tips.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Glad it was helpful! 🙂

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheCarnager]

Maybe you could make a roller with three rolling pins and rubberbands feed the cans in roll them opposite way to flatten quickly.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi thanks for your suggestion. I am not sure I totally understand the set up but the rolling pin is an interesting idea. 🙂

[@othername1000]

Tab. Fishing lure.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for the idea. 🙂

[@colleenrowe4586]

I smelt all my left over pieces instead of trashing

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

I would love to know more about that I have a big box in the garage with all my scrap pieces of aluminum that I want to do something with.

[@orisisorisis6946]

🥰🙏

[@bcmas7481]

practically impressive !!!

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@tinaharvey356]

If anyone by u recycles that's good to get rid of . We have like 4 places here

[@bpr664]

They make can openers that cut on the side of the can. Maybe that would help with the rings if you do it while the lip is still on the can

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Thanks for the idea. I have tried a safe cut can opener but it wouldn't grip the can. Perhaps a different opener would work.

[@natalianakoriakova8084]

I honestly don't see any point whatsoever in using a draft top can opener. What's the purpose of it if you cut the upper part with scissors an inch below the can shoulders anyway? Plus (or minus) the can top opener is not cheap.

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

Hi I like to use the draft top because I use the metal rings from the cans in some of my projects. If you don't want to use that part of the can then you don't need to remove the top. 🙂

[@natalianakoriakova8084]

@@UpcycleDesignLab I see