Tin Can Projects ~ Trash to Treasure ~ Repurposed Tin Cans ~ Tin Can Crafts ~ Upcycled Trash

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[@christinaheagy4602]

When you make a bird house from metal it needs a hole or holes in the back for cross ventilation because metal gets hot.

[@helentoevs4562]

Hi, Mary: A non-toxic way to get rid of the glue from labels off cans and glass is 1tablespoon coconut oil mixed with 1 tablespoon Baking soda. It makes a paste that you spread onto the glued areas after you take off the labels from being soked. Let the paste sit for @10 minutes then wash off with hot soapy water. It's really amazing@

[@hollyingraham3980]

Most cans with paper labels are only glued at the seam. You tear off almost all the label, dry, then use any cheap oily substance to remove the glued bit.

[@chrystalbrown9600]

Cool! ❤ 🙂

[@ricebeansrockroll882]

Another thing to do is a) a paper towel with some oil on (just leave it on the can) or b) peanutbutter.

[@cathyhaynes6436]

❤

[@tinaharvey356]

Thanks

[@aaaa7994]

Mary! Love it all! My bestie bought me a girls getaway for Christmas and we are coming to the cabin! We are sooooo excited!

[@hannahcrumley3103]

Oh how wonderful!!! I’ve thought to do this too!

[@cindygray4533]

What a Blessing ❤ Enjoy!

[@janinedevilliers510]

That sounds wonderful. Then you will meet Mary and you can go to her booth and all the Amish places that Mary shows us, to buy some gorgeous goodies. Such a treat. 😍

[@karenorlando8330]

My husband took me there for Valentine's Day! The cottage is beautiful and all the lovely touches made it extra special! Enjoy!❤

[@lynnecowart707]

I’m going this weekend!! Sparrow’s Nest here I come!

[@suzisaintjames]

I've been saving plastic lids and found the lids on the cardboard raisin boxes fit the peaches cans perfectly. So feel free to mix and match and then you can actually use these to store food. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@suzisaintjames]

One way I get some of those glue spots off is.... After soaking in hot water, and removong the paper... the glue is a little softer, I take a razor blade and scrape the glue spot off. I wear a cut resistant glove on the other hand in case the blade slips. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@FromRVtoCrafts]

I make smash can pockets and if you take a rubber mallet you can smash the end pretty good and you can get that metal edging at Dottar Tree and glue it to the bottom, it turns out so pretty like metal lace. I do paint the trim on it but you can do a contrasting color. There is also a metal punch to punch the side holes. So much easier.

[@Method2jamalamma]

like your can crafts but I cannot afford your pretty dodads guess I will try my many buttons glued or old material?

[@carolkokx9638]

My favorite videos when someone uses actual trash to turn it into a treasure

[@marciajohnston5669]

Amen! We are to take care of this land that Jesus gave us and making something out of trash is amazing! Something else we have done is - those packages of stickers you get at Walmart, dollar tree etc. don’t throw the clear plastic away after you remove the stickers- you can use that for laminate. It works and is aweosme.

[@maggipetty7047]

This is the best tin can recycle I've ever seen. You can't even tell the original product is a ton can. That pitcher with the flower decoupage and a drawer handle(?) genius...

[@joytoyouandme4593]

I agree, loved the pitcher.

[@kirstenrissling879]

What if you also do the soap dish a different way? Use the can upside down, drill some drainage holes, and make a nice wooden drip tray underneath?! The soap would be way more visible and be the star attraction !

[@ruthuhlenhake9709]

Easier to use also

[@Spirits2000]

BIRD HOUSES NEED VENTS AND A OPENING FOR CLEANING OUT ♥️😉

[@curban616]

Great job! To remove the glue..mix a little baking soda with some vegetable oil to make a paste. Put it on the glue and let it sit for a minute or two and clean off with a paper towel..then wash off the oil. It works great. I use it all the time!

[@nancygorman]

Wow great thanks

[@lzrd8460]

I can tell ya, this works really well. Just leave sitting long enough.

[@xmobile.]

Yup. I use different combinations of peanutbutter, baking soda, dawn degreaser (dish soap), and oil... whatever is on hand.

[@Paulinehoskins-h9w]

Mary, you are an award winning KZbinr! God has certainly bestowed His gift of creativity upon you❤❤❤

[@Hope-yl7rg]

I second that. So creative. LOVE her channel 💕

[@pushpa1277]

Amen 🙏

[@nancykeenan3556]

❤

[@gloryb9997]

Totalmente Mary es asombrosamente Talentosa y Creativa. Always wanted to write Her in Spanish, so She knows that we follow her channel in Rio Grande Valley in the State of Texas, very very close to the Border with México. Gracias Mary😊

[@cindypatterson-b6b]

This is the first video I've seen of you and your crafts. You are by far one of the most talented artisans I've seen. You inspire this "ole" lady and wake up my creative senses that I've had on mothballs for too long. Getting back into crafting, I am finding, has been therapy for me after the tragic loss of my son. I'm coming up to the two year anniversary of his passing. Creating new things is helping me cope. Creative people like you inspire me to create. Thank you for sharing your craft. God bless.

[@CorpseBride64]

✨♥️♥️♥️✨

[@heatherwarner489]

Mary I have watched hundreds of DIY KZbinrs, I count you in the top 10 of creative people, love the bird house, ingenius!🎉

[@zeepickens9049]

*@heatherwarner489 who are some of your favs, I would love to expand DIY knowledge. Thank you!* 🙂

[@cynthiat6505]

I love your little colorful hammer. It’s so you, dainty and feminine, yet productive.

[@wiseforce7045]

I believe there are some purifiers for when people paint using sprays especially. I really appreciate it how you put the cardboard box so that it would catch the spray but still with the wind some of it came back. I always thought if I would spray paint anything I would probably put like a tube from the purifier to the box ( id open a hole in that box for that tube ) and make sure the suction of the paint goes the opposite way ( through the tube into the purifier ) 😊

[@debbydrach]

When I was a young woman and just starting out, I used coffee cans and covered them with contact paper for canisters , they were adorable! I love all of your can ideas, they brought back a lot of memories!

[@lorrem2539]

how cute! If only companies would go back to tin and glass containers. I hate plastic.

[@cherylcain890]

@@lorrem2539I agree. As much as we’re paying for the contents of the container, we should at least get a useable container, not something that will melt in the dishwasher. If we can turn it into something to sell at least it would help to pay for the container. What do you all think? ♥️🙏🏻

[@janetshaffer423]

Ton and glass are so evocative of simpler times. Plastic is an eye sore.

[@bettelovelace4456]

Love EVERYTHING 👏👏👏💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@joannewatson8674]

Mary, your videos NEVER FAIL TO AMAZE ME!!! Your ambition, kindness, creativity, and the list goes on……….. GIRL, YOUR AMAZING 🌿🌸🍃🫙🛢️🔨⚙️🪤🧺🖼️🪑✂️📐📏✏️📦📫🩷💜🩵🩷

[@manorandmeadow]

I run an upcycled home decor business and have always wanted to use the tin cans that I stockpile but have a hard time coming up with ideas. This video was so helpful in getting my creative juices flowing!

[@NancyDarcy-q9r]

I just saved a lot of various size tin cans and can’t wait to get started. But where to start, I like the big cans with one end bent in they look so neat. Thanks for all your ideas😊😊🧑🏻‍🦳

[@janecarrico5297]

It’s amazing what you can do with a tin can, all the while helping the environment by recycling! I think the pockets were my favorite. ❤️

[@lisasternenkind6467]

This is one of the very few DIY channels worth following! 😊 I greatly dislike those, who attach newly bought plastic with melted plastic to some other newly bought plastic and call this creative. You are *truly* using waste to create unique artful things. So I would like to say THANK YOU! 🙏🏻

[@earlscoville]

a fun time watching thank you.

[@nanharrison2997]

I just love these trash to treasure projects.

[@lindsaydrozek4999]

I used a rubber mallet to smoosh the bottom together on the tin cans. They don't seal perfectly but close enough 😊

[@NitaBurtchell]

After you smash the bottom, drizzle hot glue inside to seal the botto.

[@marilynsaint8251]

This love this video....who knew you could turn a can into a thing of beauty!

[@Maryesh]

Someday when I'm all grown up I want to be as creative as you! Every one of your videos amazes me. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@lolliet1075]

Seriously Mary,,what a visionary you are. What a talent you have. I see cans and you see masterpieces. Just beautiful.❤

[@kayburris8464]

Mary I know I keep saying this but you are amazing, you can truly make something beautiful out of nothing. I love them all.

[@bethshadoan7820]

So that is why I feel guilty throwing away tin cans! I knew they had a purpose😁 As always love hearing and watching you every Wednesday!

[@lyndaslocum7404]

Nice job. My favorite is the bird house. Maybe if I make a few, the house wrens will build there instead of my wreaths and the eves of the patio

[@LeannePachet]

Great ideas, craftmanship and Etsy products! FYI, to keep the bottom of the metal tin can closed, I recommend using a 'rivet gun'. Hoping you and your family have a blessed Easter. Leanne

[@HeatherHunt-db8wl]

👏👏👏 This is very creative, showcasing innovative ways to turn ordinary tin cans into beautiful and functional items through upcycling.

[@janinedevilliers510]

Everything you make Mary is beautiful. 😍 I went through a phase of decopaging empty cans. The other day I went to a big thrift shop here in Germany. Sometimes they have a big bin at the front door with free things in it. I pick up things to up cycle. My partner has zero creativity and cannot fathom why I pick up what I do. I am also creative and can visualise what I can do with something. I picked up a can that had beautiful crochet around the tin, but it had an empty area at the top. The tin was not spray painted, so that is my next project. Just spray the tin and put back the crochet bands on. Then I will use my tin to put paint brushes in. Your candles in tins look lovely. The bird house is darling. 👋💖

[@melodyskidgel8232]

Mary, you should invest in a Pampered Chef can opener. It makes a very clean cut along the outer edge as opposed to a jagged cut along the inside and risk cutting yourself. Just a recommendation for your safety in your crafting. ❤️ your creativity and SO look forward to your videos. God bless and Happy Easter tomorrow 🙏

[@lindasnyder5048]

Dont forget to put some holes in the back of the bird house the cans get hot in summer and they need airflow...love the utensil caddy great idea...I seen were you can take a rubber mallet and hammer the tin can down to make the flat ones...you can put some moss in them to help fill them then stick your greenery in there....I covered a can with material and covered it with mod podge and put twine to hang it and put hens and chickens in it ...cute gave it to a friend for out side..

[@salimorton641]

Mary, you're so crafty! I enjoyed all the projects. Please let us know if you had a wren move into the bird house. They are the cutest little birds. My sister had one make a nest in an old garden hat she hung on her porch. She left it alone and bought a new hat that year. We watched that little wren build up her nest and raise her babies. So fun!

[@V10lette579]

Great idea’s and I love the handmade stuffy’s 🥰

[@juliaklein5519]

The cat food tins are perfect for candles.

[@annelefevre9457]

My dear granddaughter in law who has three little children and expecting her fourth has had to rest a lot during this pregnancy. So she has been mamm crocheting a lot of cute little animals similar to these. She has made the cutest bumble bee, and many others. I bet people will really love these little crochet animals that you will be selling. They are so fun!

[@RuthH-wh5qw]

Your videos always leave me feeling “grounded” and wanting more. Thank you for sharing.

[@kristinastoltzfus6032]

Mary you can use PVC pipe to make round soap. You just need to make sure you coat the inside really well with one of the oils you use in the soap. I use a cap that you can find in plumbing section on one end. Make sure you push it out before it's cured too hard. 😅

[@marionandrews2876]

Watching from Scotland and can't wait for Wednesdays to see what you're going to do. You never fail to amaze me. Thank you. God bless. X

[@lanelothian1925]

Me too!

[@A.Rose.G]

I can always count on you to do something I love and usually with something I have thought looked useful or nice to remake somehow but rarely do. Inspired.

[@theresiamerglewski5845]

I really did enjoy it 😊 super fun video Mary you’re one of the most creative people on KZbin 😘

[@Earthy-Artist]

This was just about as literal as one could get regarding using 'trash' to turn it into 'treasure' and indeed you did, so cute ☺!

[@feneshiagraham1531]

I have a hammer with screwdrivers inside like your's.I've had it for many years.Thanks for inviting us into your home

[@vickiewest1199]

You can also use Pringles potato chip containers to make soap. Just make sure to line them. They work very well

[@cosinandoconmamachapis7411]

Hello frome Atlanta! God bless your hands! Everything is beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lilymorales5922]

Mary, ALL of the tin projects are stinky cute!!!! My favorite one is the large white one with the black “garden” sign & the black side hooks.

[@anick6265]

So inspiring like always, God gave you so much talents and thank you for sharing them with us, Anick de Candiac, Québec 💕🙏

[@vionkinipsagallegoski4207]

Can't surprise me that you made it. You're a one of a kind artisan 👏👏👏

[@meolson9197]

On the porch pockets - I use a 1x2 piece of wood cut to fit in the pinched bottom and brad nail the bottom. Then I hot glue flower foam to the wood and add fake flowers.

[@barbkrieser8972]

I just admire your patience and creativity!!! Each one is a "one of a kind".... may you have a Blessed Easter....❤😊

[@kmarch6630]

I decorated and sold similar cans back in the late 80s -early 90s. Mine were decorated more for kids though. My mom worked in a school cafeteria and could get tons of cans for me. I have one that's decorated for Easter on my coffee table with a flower arrangement in it right now.

[@Caroline-ix6hz]

I love these videos, They are the reason I fell in love with your channel. ❤️

[@cindyclark9145]

Your creativity never disappoints…great job!!! ❤ Repurpose and reuse!!! ❤ I’m so impressed!!! ❤ Easter blessings to you and your family. ❤️🐇❤️

[@nancyflanagan4971]

Love all you do!!! Your videos are warm and informative. The tiny knitted animals are so cute. you may have already thought about the tiny eyes and made sure they are baby safe. If not even tiny knitted eyes would be cute.

[@carolinedubose5136]

The can pitcher is so sweet Mary!! So many cute ideas you have!! Thank you for offering great such wonderful inspiration to craftand reuse!!

[@chrystalbrown9600]

I appreciate how you use reusable materials to craft with. Instead of paper plate, paoer towels, baby wipes etc. Less waste and better for the environment, too ❤ 🙂

[@nicolemichaud5852]

Love these ideas! I make little hanging planters out of the cans as well and I use a rubber mallet to hammer down the one end instead of trying to glue them. It flattens it out really well!

[@cherylcain890]

Mary, if you use a hairdryer to warm up the glue it should peel off the can easily, just like it will on glass. I hope it helps you. I have to say, I love all of your crafts, I love the aprons that I purchased, wooden bunnies and crosses. I’ve had eleven back surgeries and would to be able to keep a schedule like yours, thank you so much for the inspiration, I can’t wait to see what is next!♥️🙏🏻

[@gwendleburks8904]

I love making gifts with recycled cans. Thank you for some new ideas.❤

[@janzitterkopf1630]

Oh Mary, I love your can pitcher, lidded can, wall pockets, and silverware holder! Ingenious! I just love your videos. Thank you!

[@shellydehart8217]

What great ideas you’ve done with cans. I loved them all. The watering can was clever, liking handle you put on it. The bird house was a genius idea n hoping you’ll get your wren. ♥️♥️😊👍👍🌟

[@judyprice2001]

Baby oil is excellent at removing glue remnants. It dissolves the adhesive, I guess, making it easier to wipe off the rest. It may take a couple of tries; just rub the oil into the glue. Then follow up with rubbing alcohol to remove the greasiness left by the oil.

[@spidermonkey1962]

Mary, all of the projects came out beautifully. It's amazing how you transformed tin cans into gorgeous pieces.

[@honeybee5420]

You are so creative, I don’t think there’s anything you can’t do! 😮

[@annettemurielle]

So many great ideas, and so many adorable tin can makeovers! I think my favorite is the little birdhouse at the end. So cute!

[@kathydittmer9659]

Love your ideas! Usually tin can projects look like things I did in kindergarten!

[@glendamcnew5649]

I have used tin cans for storage of nails screws, etc. and small tools as well, pliers, screwdriver, etc. I love the creativity you have and I am amazed by the decals, cutouts, molds, etc. that you possess and use. Congrats!!! You do need to speak with a changed lilt or tone occasionally and use fewer hand gestures. You might work on these attributes some; however, you and your husband have created a wonderful legacy and your Etsy Shop and your brand, White Cottage Company are wonderful!!!

[@reflections516]

Unbelievable what you just did with cans. You are amazing. Wow

[@The230dirtbikegirl]

I thought I had seen or imagined all the ways to use tin cans but you shared even more ideas and they were all super cute! Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[@NutshellLiving]

So brilliant. Your creativity is boundless just like your energy. Thank you for these smart ideas that are so accessible to all of us.

[@christywatts3855]

The water pitcher is brilliant!!

[@kelleymcfadden9675]

Thank you Mary, it's almost like you took my suggestion when I asked you to do a pocket posy. I guess it's probably just coincidence, but I love your ideas. I haven't yet used any transfers on mine, but I hope to soon. Wish I could send you a picture of the ones that I have made. Thank you for the inspiration pieces. My friend and I enjoy watching your show together here in Missouri and my sister watches it in Texas. God bless you!

[@kareneakers9540]

Wow, never thought you could do all these things with a tin can! That’s awesome! Love everything you done with the tin cans and I really like your little hammer! 😊 Hope you have a blessed resurrection Sunday! ✝️✝️

[@elianaisraelnc7904]

You can use a heat gun or blow dryer to remove the glue. I have tons of cans half of which the children i tutor will be making bird feeders and the rest you’ve given me new ideas for. I have made the tin can pockets but i used a pair of pliers and or hammer, to close the end. Try that.

[@patriciaskitch2341]

Mary, You are our REPURPOSE QUEEN! Love your inspirational videos each week. Happy Easter 🐣 to you and your family.

[@SweetCarolineinCarolina]

Wow! I was making supper and I have been saving my cans for your candles. I have a can opener that takes the top off without leaving a rough edge. I walk in the next room and see I have a new video from Mary and lo and behold, you are using cans for Trash to Treasure! What are the odds? Also, I am a musician (played clarinet for 60 years) and I love your choice of music. Mary, you are my heroine.

[@lindaduncan5541]

You are so clever Mary! Anything you touch turns into something beautiful!

[@cindygray4533]

🙀the cat can was so sweet❤ it would make a lovely gift for someone in a nursing home as a Easter basket , add a bunny, Chick or a cross with the greenery. It's small but so sweet that would make them feel special. You all have such good ideas ( it takes a village/family to make these post) Happy Easter🙏🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@christinewarnaar-bates3494]

That is an amazing idea ❤️

[@charlottedowns6652]

Wonderful idea,our seniors are special and sometimes forgotten.

[@debiegordon3787]

Mary I just LUV the LG White Can dressed w chain handle,words & Lavender 🪻🪻🪻 Would be beautiful w a cross tucked in ☦️for Easter. 👉Also, the CAN turned WATER PITCHER...WOW👍👍👍. I like the tin can 🕯️ wax idea too👍👍👍

[@tammyhavlik1015]

Omgosh! The hardware ideas on the pitcher and planter are amazing. So cute! And the idea with the marker for an enamel look. Just sweet. ♡

[@annedauzac212]

J'aime la boîte de conserve transformée en arrosoir ! 😊

[@rebeccarivas2873]

Love all your work ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SaraChumley]

Wow everything beautiful!!!!

[@martinabrady8157]

Mary I look forward to see your video every Wednesday your a god sent. God bless u.keep on doing it.u help me so much thank u martina from ireland

[@leejacobs3620]

Lovely results from so many awesome ideas Mary. Those adorable dowel feet on the cat food tins and a drawer pull! as a pitcher handle... absolutely inspired!

[@sandracross340]

Love watching you Mary. You are one of my favorites. Happy Resurrection Sunday!!

[@Hope-yl7rg]

I cant wait to try the can pitcher and planters. You're so smart and creative. LOVE all you did today.

[@xmobile.]

I have 4 well fed cats and have been trying to search youtube for ideas on how to re-purpose their food cans forever... I never get any good search results using this site! I'm thankful, that finally, this related video was recommended to me. I hope it leads me to more ideas.. so far on my own i only thought to make a rain chain and planters.. i really want to morph them though.. i like all of your ideas. That watering can was a great one.

[@lailayen765]

Yay! The day just got really good ;-) Happy Easter!

[@jneigler]

Great ideas and projects. The finished pieces are really pretty. Thanks for sharing.

[@LifeHomeandGardenwithAnaRica]

I am so amaze with your talent! So inspiring

[@zenaidalugo7707]

Mary! You are so talented and gifted! Love your videos ❤

[@junewrogg6137]

All of these are cute. That flatwear holder would be great for patio or picnic for plastic flatwear to keep it from blowing away or tipping over.

[@sandrasanders9290]

The animals are so cute! Love all the projects and my favorite was the pitcher.

[@monicajans8651]

So cute and creative, Mary! Those animals would be so cute with a matching ark.

[@peggy-h2w]

That's a great idea