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{Sixth Day of Whimsy – Yuletide Tin Ornaments}

December 6, 2011

Yuletide Tin Box Ornaments

These sweet Yuletide Tin Box Ornaments have a vintage feeling of Christmas past. A gorgeous keepsake to give for any one you adore! They are beautiful on the Christmas tree, hung on packages and tied with a bow! Or make a set and hang on greenery above the fireplace. I promise you can’t make just one!

Tutorial PDF available in my Etsy shop:  12 Days of Whimsy

Filed in: 12 Days of Whimsy • by Sugar Lump Studios • 68 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Heather F. Corn

    December 6, 2011 at 12:08 am

    Whoop! I have a whole drawer full of tins! These are stunning, Nancy!!

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  2. Debbie Ellerd

    December 6, 2011 at 12:28 am

    Shoot….I need to win some more money…..I put my order in and I knew I should of gotten those tinsel stems!!! Because I really do love these Nancy…….so want to make one now!! LOL I will see what I can come up with…..so loving these “Twelve Days of Whimsy” I am having trouble keeping up with everything but love what I see and love what you create!!!

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  3. Robin

    December 6, 2011 at 12:40 am

    Nancy – these tin ornaments are so festive. So vintage and special with those beautiful faces and all that sparkle.

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  4. Denise Phillips

    December 6, 2011 at 12:49 am

    Ok! These are my favourites so far!!!!! And thanks so much for the tutorial! You’ve just given me some quick Christmas gift ideas!!!
    Cheers!!!

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  5. 2amscrapper

    December 6, 2011 at 12:52 am

    I love these tins! I must make one!

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  6. Caroline Lawson

    December 6, 2011 at 1:54 am

    I love these ornaments, Nancy. A great use for all of those tins I have stashed away in a drawer.

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  7. Sandy

    December 6, 2011 at 2:21 am

    Oh what a wonderful idea for the christmas tree.
    Great design and I love the tinsel. Awesome work Nancy. xoxo

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  8. sonya

    December 6, 2011 at 2:21 am

    I really love these tins, Nancy! I can see them on my tree already! :)
    Thank you for your hard work and inspiration and thank you Gale for the fabulous supplies!
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  9. Jennifer Colvin

    December 6, 2011 at 2:53 am

    I adore these! What a beautiful way to give a small gift, such as a gift certificate, then they can keep the tin ! Simply love it Nancy :)

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  10. Jann

    December 6, 2011 at 2:56 am

    Be still, my heart! These are just soooo beautiful!!!!!!

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  11. Marilou

    December 6, 2011 at 3:00 am

    Beautiful nancy, I’m waiting a bit so I can see what I want to order in the way of images, also working on the $$ thingy, lol but U have lots of tinsel stems (pipe cleaners) I bought them last year so I just need some of the other things, I would like to do a small tree in just vintage ornaments like all of these but it may take some time, I’m working on it! Love everything so far! Hugs Marilou

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  12. Jacky S

    December 6, 2011 at 3:01 am

    These would look so lovely on the tree.

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  13. Fiona

    December 6, 2011 at 3:12 am

    Now I know what what I have been saving my tins for. Thank you again for the inspiration Nancy these are just wonderful.

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  14. Chris

    December 6, 2011 at 4:37 am

    Now I knew the tins I’ve been collecting would come in for something. :) So beautiful.

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  15. rein

    December 6, 2011 at 5:37 am

    These are all so lovely!

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  16. patricia

    December 6, 2011 at 5:57 am

    What a clever and beautiful way to use tins, Nancy!! These are precious! Your muse just never quits!!

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  17. Marva

    December 6, 2011 at 6:30 am

    Nancy these are awesome! You are a creative genius!

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  18. Jill McCall

    December 6, 2011 at 6:54 am

    One of Each Please! They are Gorgeous! I Love the New Sweet Faces that Gale has for us. Quite a Few in my Wish List!
    Have a Wonderful Week my Friend!
    Hugs
    Jill

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  19. MarieS.

    December 6, 2011 at 7:35 am

    They are absolutely gorgeous,Nancy! Thanks so much for the tutorial.Have a wonderful day.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  20. Sherry Smyth

    December 6, 2011 at 7:51 am

    You take something as “blah” as a little metal tin and make it into something sweet and beautiful…you have magic fingers Nancy. Whatever you touch turns to beauty — and these are no exception!

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  21. Carolyn

    December 6, 2011 at 7:55 am

    On the sixth day of christmas my true love gave to me… six sparkling tins…These are oh so wonderful Nancy!

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  22. Christine Laudig

    December 6, 2011 at 8:12 am

    Absolutely D.vine! I love them all…..can’t wait to try my hand at one.

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  23. Andi Sexton

    December 6, 2011 at 8:17 am

    Oh my! These are lovely!!! I need to get caught up on all the days I missed… stupid cold!
    I have some bigger tins… love the tinsel and tags on these!

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  24. Wanda H

    December 6, 2011 at 8:51 am

    Love these!!! Do I always say that? :-) But it’s true!!!!!

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  25. Marsha

    December 6, 2011 at 9:01 am

    These are just fabulous!!!

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  26. Margriet

    December 6, 2011 at 9:16 am

    I have several small tin boxes and never did anything with them. Now you have explained how to start with the gesso and the acrylic paint i will certainly use them. And the finished decoration is just adorable.

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  27. theresa mARTin

    December 6, 2011 at 9:34 am

    Nancy, these are great! I’ll be making one of these – I have those tins waiting for an idea. Thanks for the Christmas inspiration and spirit.

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  28. Peggy Recker

    December 6, 2011 at 9:42 am

    I love these!

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  29. Barb

    December 6, 2011 at 10:12 am

    Would have never thought to use a tin this way! What a wonderful idea, luv your latest creation!
    Barb

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  30. Jan

    December 6, 2011 at 10:14 am

    1. Tin. check
    2. Tinsel. check
    3. PW images. CHECK
    4. Time? I’ll try to squeeze this in!

    Today’s offering is totally sweet, Nancy (and Gale)

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  31. Linda K

    December 6, 2011 at 10:25 am

    so beautiful and festive!! I have some paper mache shapes like this I can use-I have much to catch up on!

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  32. Kelly

    December 6, 2011 at 10:55 am

    these are gorgeous! I always love to look at your creations – you are so talented!

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  33. Sarah

    December 6, 2011 at 11:08 am

    Awwwww! So sweet!

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  34. Katie

    December 6, 2011 at 11:23 am

    These are absolutely stunning!

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  35. michelle la grange

    December 6, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Love them,they are stunning!thankyou for the inspiration and tutorial!

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  36. Carol

    December 6, 2011 at 11:45 am

    Thumbs up!! Festive and sweet.

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  37. Lynn Stevens

    December 6, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    I adore your little tins Nancy, On my bucket to do list this Christmas.
    hugs Lynn

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  38. Bleubeard and Elizabeth

    December 6, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    Every year I have a bunch of these tins and never find anything really LOVELY to use them with. These are perfect. Thanks for the inspiration and thanks for not making us join facebook because I’m not on it.

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  39. Sue Young

    December 6, 2011 at 1:41 pm

    Lovely!!! Such great ideas this year!!!

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  40. Martina

    December 6, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    Oh my goodness, Nancy!!!! You have made each one of these pieces simply DIVINE!!! You are such a fabulous creative talent!

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  41. chris capista

    December 6, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    You have really out-done yourself! Just lovely!

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  42. Robyn

    December 6, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    Such a sweet idea Nancy, these tins are just beautiful!!

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  43. Dorthe

    December 6, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    Nancy , they are so beautiful, lovely with the tinsels around them-they will look so gorgeous everywhere, in our christmas homes.
    I still can`t find out how to become a follower of you and Paper Whimsy on Facebook- but I hope I`m in the fantastic generous giveaway anyway.
    Hugs to you dear.
    Dorthe

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  44. Irene

    December 6, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    Nancy, These are beautiful, and just love the tin idea. Thank you for your sweet ideas and tons of inspiration.
    Hugs,
    Irene

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  45. Deb Riddell

    December 6, 2011 at 5:02 pm

    Oh my gosh, now I have to go out and buy some wee tins! These are beautiful Nancy, thanks so much for sharing!

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  46. Heidi Meyer

    December 6, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    Darling!! I love these!! Suddenly, there is going to be a run on Altoid tins, haha. xxoo Heidi

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  47. Jane

    December 6, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    These are stunning! I have made days 4, 5 and 6 Projects today and will take some photos tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing what you will inspire us with for day 7!
    Jane
    x

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  48. Barb

    December 6, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    these are adorable-looks like fun to make

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  49. Doreen aka LuniLadi

    December 6, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    Nancy, I’m thrilled that you designed such a lovely project using tins!! I have been saving a bunch of them….and now I have something really nice to do with them…thanks to you!
    Doreen aka LuniLadi

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  50. Dorene Elizabeth

    December 6, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    Gorgeous as always! Great idea!

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  51. Christine Shebroe

    December 6, 2011 at 9:04 pm

    These are wonderful, sparkly, festive – love them!

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  52. Sherrie

    December 6, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    The gorgeous hits keep on coming! Love this!

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  53. cassie

    December 6, 2011 at 9:51 pm

    Oh my goodness Nancy! These are divine! I absolutely love them. Do you know if Gale has added extra hours to the day yet in the store? I certainly need time to stand still for everyone else while I get a few extra hours to create with all your inspiration!

    Cassie (not on facebook. still.)

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  54. Lesley

    December 6, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    Just beautiful Nancy. What a lovely idea for a keepsake or something to put little trinkets in.
    Thank you again for wonderful inspiration.
    Lesley xo

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  55. debbi george

    December 6, 2011 at 10:35 pm

    These tins are just too beautiful. Will look wonderful on my Xmas tree. Thanks for all your great ideas!

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  56. Kathie Pieper "Dragonfly"

    December 6, 2011 at 11:48 pm

    Oh Boy Nancy.. Let me catch my breath. Simply Stunning!!

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  57. JeanFB

    December 7, 2011 at 12:02 am

    So gorgeous, and great for tucking in a little gift!

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  58. Linda Cain

    December 7, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    I am always in awe of your wonderful creations!

    ~Linda

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  59. Wanda Contreras

    December 7, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Wonderful creation!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
    best regards,
    Wanda

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  60. Joye Outlar

    December 7, 2011 at 8:59 pm

    Nancy, I LOVE these ornaments made from tins!
    They are truly festive and merry!!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Joye

    (not on facebook)

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  61. Terri

    December 7, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    Nancy, these tins look amazing! You are such the creation diva! Wow! Your tree must be looking really full by now. And beautiful!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  62. Terri Gordon

    December 8, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    Hi Nancy, These are just the cutest! Love your beautiful work. Hugs, Terri

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  63. Gypsy Rose

    December 9, 2011 at 3:20 pm

    Awesome! Yes, you must show us your tree with all these beauties on it.
    not on facebook, but am a follower

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  64. loudowning

    December 11, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Okay, these are too pretty. Can’t wait for Friday-my last day of school for two weeks. Hope I can squeeze in some time to creat.

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  65. Leslie Anderson

    December 11, 2011 at 5:23 pm

    Ooooh great inspiration for all this tins I’ve been hoarding!!!!

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  66. ANN DIVELBISS

    December 11, 2011 at 6:15 pm

    lovely!!

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  67. Carol

    December 10, 2014 at 4:44 am

    Gorgeous xx Love the idea that you can hang them on a tree too x THANK YOU for sharing and creating gorgeous goodies x

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  68. Patricia Clark

    December 4, 2015 at 11:39 am

    Oh, more awesome little whimsies! I really must make the time to make one or two or more!x0

    Reply

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