Upcycled Altoid Tin Watercolor Kit (totally functional!)

I'm always saving old containers and in this video I'm showing you how I turned one into a totally functional portable watercolor kit!
Here is another Altoid Tin Upcycle from my channel: • DIY Last Minute Gifts ...
The dimension of the paper: 2" x 2.75"
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[@karicoleman3548]

My whole life I have had a special affinity for all things miniature and most especially functional things. I absolutely adore this! Well done ❤️

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you so much!💞

[@bellahudson9447]

@@ystreetstudio I was wondering if instead of using clear acrylic paint could you use mod podge

[@visualpollutionartbyfia-an6761]

Would love to see the Tin series here too!

[@ystreetstudio]

I’ll try to make that happen!

[@Rockymtnbloom]

I have made a set of paints in an Altoid box using the regular half-pans available from watercolor suppliers. I glue the sides of them together. They can be stacked to make a two-level set. When open, you lift out the top level and set in the open lid. My tin rusted, so I really like the idea of spraying with Rustoleum.

[@amyburleson9302]

That is the sweetest and cutest idea ever, love it!!!!

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you!!

[@cakethecat4492]

I have a Bob Ross tin so I can't wait to do this 🤣

[@norathe_explora]

Wait is it the bob Ross happy little trees mints, because if so I have the same one!

[@cakethecat4492]

@@norathe_explora yes !

[@victoire-theodorapruvost1361]

Omg this is genius! My bf is an illustrator and I never dare to gift him anything creative/tools but this is such a cute idea as a thoughtful gift 🎁 💡

[@user-tl1jv7sm4h]

Such a cute idea! Your videos bring me so much inspiration and joy 😊 Tnank you!!

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@artbarn2624]

This is absolutely brilliant! You could have your cover for your Altoid tin from polymer clay, as well. I have a Williams Sonoma candy tin that's a little over 5X9 inches and about an inch deep. It will be perfect for organizing all my tube watercolors in "pans" in one place. I'll probably decorate the lid with polymer clay, beads, etc., like people do with journal covers. Whew, I almost threw that tin away last week!

[@mhutch224]

THIS IS ADORABLE 😍

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you!!❤️❤️

[@heatherhughes2955]

That is such an adorable little thing!! I so enjoyed this. Thinking about making one with my grandson. I think he would really like it too. Thank you so much for sharing. ♥️🙏🏼🖌️🎨

[@Jude-to7lw]

I don’t know why this hasn’t gotten more likes? So neat!

[@randommoth4978]

Woah! This is so cool.

[@sherryroberts7716]

The watercolor paper can be a bit bigger if you have a rounded-corner paper punch!!! Not sure if everyone wants their watercolor paper to have rounded corners, but it's a option. I bought the 3-in-1 corner cutter. P.S. I would love to buy your craft table! Looks like a combination of marble and abstract art.

[@Dante343]

I finally made this. Thank you so much for the tutorial :)

[@marystewart1717]

Very cool.

[@axolotl593]

I literally have all the ingredients for this! Nothing’s stopping me so I’m gonna do it today I’ll update on how it went!

[@SillySunnyTacos]

Sooo how'd it go?

[@fredkuxhouse8939]

Really awesome Emma

[@dawna8695]

so cool!

[@crudencareless]

i saw your reel on instagram and visited your channel . I was compelled to subscribe to your channel becuase your videos are simple, easy and cute . keep up the amazing work

[@taosblue5120]

Hello Emma! You came across my Instagram feed. I love this video. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@mehalla451]

Can you do a resin ocean in a Altoids tin? That would be interesting 🤔🙂

[@aristandswithpalestine]

omg i love this

[@neelamsingh-jh3yc]

Hey! I found you on Pinterest.. ♥I'm glad I found your channel.. I loved this idea Also, it turned out so well !! Just Amazing💗✨

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you so much!!❤️

[@linsieryan6149]

After stalking you're tik tok and seeing all the awesome mushroom things you make. Please do a mushroom painting video on KZbin

[@heyitsjustme.680]

I have everything except clear acrylic. Can I use clear gel polish?

[@elizabethnichols2732]

How did you bind the paper? I’m stuck on this step- if I put the book binding tape on just the outside of the water color paper? Or on the inside and outside? Any help is appreciated!

[@ystreetstudio]

Just the outside! That way it’s not too attached so you can pull the paper out when you’re ready to use it

[@miacarroll6303]

Hello how many degrees did you set your oven for the polymer clay?

[@ystreetstudio]

275 Fahrenheit! It depends on the clay though and all clay will come with instructions!

[@transferz]

What paper is best for these pens?\

[@yelena86]

👍✌️🙏❤️

[@katsmith8263]

You should have put the water container in by cutting the paint set in half. But thanks for the idea!

[@Purge_lover]

Won’t the paint dry though

[@ystreetstudio]

It’s watercolor so it dries and then rehydrates when you add water!

[@roxannadrake7186]

A channel that goes by the name "Mint" has taken your video and got loads of views.... If they've your permission please forgive my comment. I just want credit and money to go to the artists who make the art!!!

[@ystreetstudio]

Thank you for letting me know!! I've never heard of them and didn't give consent. Unfortunately I can't find the video!