We are sharing creative ways to make old cans and old jars useful before adding them to the recycling bin. In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing waste, repurposing everyday items has become a fun and great way to contribute.
Prep Time2 minutesmins
Active Time10 minutesmins
Total Time12 minutesmins
Yield: 3vase
Cost: $8
Notes
Repurpose Old Cans And Glass Jars
Step 1: Clean And Remove Labels
Craft Supplies Needed:
chalk paint, acrylic paint, or spray paint
printer paper and printer
Graphic Images
Water safe Mod Podge
Chip brush
Foam brush
clean cans or jars
scissors
Begin this easy craft idea by removing the label and cleaning the empty can with warm soap and water.caffe-dvitta-can-cans-and-jarsSand old cans with a 220-grit sanding sponge. This roughs up the surface a bit so the paint will stick well.sanding-can-220-grit-sanding-spongePaint the old cans or glass jars with two coats of white chalk paint.painting-first-coat-paintcans paintedNote: If you use acrylic more than one coat of paint may be necessaryNote: For painting glass jars such as candle jars, I suggest chalk paint orglass paint.
Step 2: The Art of Design: Crafting Visual Impact
Now decide on a graphic image of your choice to add to your old cans or glass jars.Again, the link above, takes you to one of my favorite places and these vintage images are FREE! I also suggest signing up to follow this site because new graphics are added often.Cut as close to the graphic as possible. I do this because I think it adds a cleaner look to the vase.cutting-image-with-sharp-scissorsNext, using water safe Mod Podge, add it to the back of the image, add it to the old cans or glass jars, and smooth the paper removing any wrinkles. Remember to check my tip for plastic wrap.adding mod podgeadding-imageadding mod podgeAfter the images are dry, add a coat of water safe Mod Podge to the outside graphic on this easy project to repurpose old cans.
