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Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Tender Tinnies} 14 heARTS Day #4

February 4, 2013

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Tender Tinnies

These little tinnies can be used for decorative purposes, or to store items (scissors, glue, pens) in your studio or office. They can be created in a variety of colors using various embellishments.

Supplies:

Aluminum cans or tins
Gesso
Craft paint
Wire (19 Gauge)
Tin Hearts
Old Jewelry bits
Charms Cheesecloth
E6000 Glue
Buttons
Lace (sheer and bordered)
Matte Gel Medium
Old text, sheet music or shredded paper
Distress ink
Old Keys
Paper Whimsy Sheet 052
Paper Whimsy Sheet 258

Technique:

(1) Prep aluminum cans or tins by making sure all labels are off and no residue has been left behind on tin.

(2) Drill a hole on either side of the can near the lip. Measure to be sure they are at the same height. This is where you will place your wire handle.

(3) Apply gesso or primer to base of can. I usually find it will need two coats of gesso. I also find it helpful to paint the items over wax paper. The wax paper doesn’t allow the item to stick to the service while it is drying.

(4) Once can is dry paint another coat using selected craft paint. I decided to paint my tinnies in a cream color, but you could use any color. Apply another two coats of paint to tin.

(5) Add a torn strip of sheet music to the front of can. I used Matte Gel Medium to apply the music sheet with. Allow time for it to dry and set up. Once dry, add a bit of water to the craft paint color you are using and “wash” over the sheet music to give it a more aged and subdued look.

(6) Once tin is dry (make sure it is really dry) add lace along around the circumference of it. You will be layering a few pieces of different laces to give the tin some dimension.
*For sheer lace, you can use Matte Gel Medium. Apply directly to can and place lace on top. Smooth out with brush and add more matte gel. Run a bead of E6000 glue along the circumference of tin and add lace. Let each layer set up and dry before adding another.

(7) I have selected a rusty tin heart to use as my main embellishment on the tinnie. A bit of cheesecloth was added to the back (between can and heart) to add more dimension and the tin heart was glued into place using E6000 glue. I used a clothes pin to hold the heart into place while the glue sets.

(8) Once glue has set, I added a punched scallop circle and collage Paper Whimsy image (also punched in a circle shape.) The edges of the image were distressed with ink and set into place using more E6000 glue on the back. A small piece of old jewelry was glued to the center. I also added two mother of pearl buttons to the side of the heart (on the can) with E6000.

(9) I cut little bits of word art and glued on to the front of the can using Matte Gel Medium. You may also use old book text words to form phrases.

(10) Cut a piece of wire and insert through holes in side of can. Add a key (or other embellishment) and twist the wire together to form a curly cue.

(11) Fill can with shredded music sheets or colored paper shred.
Or fill with candy, pens, scissors and studio tools.



DAILY GIVEAWAY

Each day 3 lucky winners could receive a free download image sheet from the lovely Gale Blair, owner of www.paperwhimsy.com

TODAY'S GIVEAWAY IMAGE IS:
Paper Whimsy Sheet 052

Please leave a comment with your name and email address to be eligible for this prize. Giveaway winners will be contacted by email to claim their prize!

Our giveaways winners for Day #4 are:
Heather C.
Mommyrox
Jackie M.

Congratulations! Gale will contact you by email with your prize!

Filed in: 14 heARTS • by Sugar Lump Studios • 55 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. Marjorie

    February 4, 2013 at 12:22 am

    This is a wonderful project…luckily I have some cans saved, now I know why!!! Thanks again Nancy.

    Reply
  2. Deb ~ Paxton Valley Folk Art

    February 4, 2013 at 1:06 am

    These are wonderful, so versatile! And I never would have thought of base coating with gesso first, thanks for the great tip! Off to scour the recycle bin ;O)

    Reply
  3. Suzy

    February 4, 2013 at 1:19 am

    These are so gorgeous and useful Nancy.
    Looking forward to making some of these thanks to your kindness in sharing with us all!
    Big hugs,
    Suzy

    Reply
  4. Hermine

    February 4, 2013 at 1:31 am

    Gorgeous, they make awesome storage tins

    Reply
  5. 2amscrapper

    February 4, 2013 at 2:02 am

    These are really sweet!

    Reply
  6. Angela

    February 4, 2013 at 2:07 am

    Another great idea Nancy, thanks for sharing!!
    Angela x

    Reply
  7. Patricia

    February 4, 2013 at 5:47 am

    Nancy, this is precious! What a fabulous way to upcycle cans! Thank you, Nancy! Gale, wonderful images sheet from you Paper Whimsy!

    Reply
  8. Sharon alpert

    February 4, 2013 at 6:33 am

    A wake up treat on Monday! and your instructions are so concise…Thanks

    Reply
  9. Sue

    February 4, 2013 at 6:40 am

    These are so darling, and what a great way to clean up the storage areas in the studio. Thanks so much for the time you spend mentoring us with your gorgeous art. XO

    Reply
  10. Kat

    February 4, 2013 at 6:57 am

    As I am trying to spend as little as possible on studio storage, this is a terrific idea. Also, I love the tip about painting items over wax paper!

    Reply
  11. Carolyn

    February 4, 2013 at 7:21 am

    These are the sweetest little tinnies! What a dreamy and romantic way to repurpose a tin can!

    Reply
  12. j mizelle

    February 4, 2013 at 7:54 am

    This is so lovely. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  13. Diana Kelly

    February 4, 2013 at 8:14 am

    Dear Nancy, I know now what I have been saving my cans for! These are so cute. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  14. Dorthe

    February 4, 2013 at 8:28 am

    A wonderful idea with the cans- and so lovely in white and laces,
    and those sweetest images from Paper Whimsy- Love you added the keyes,dear Nancy.
    Thank you Nancy.
    XO

    Reply
  15. Linda K

    February 4, 2013 at 9:04 am

    I think this is my fave project so far!! I love how beautifully you’ve recycled cans-wow!! Looks like I’ll be in my recycle bin and cleaning up some cans today. :) Thanks Nancy!!

    Reply
  16. Kari

    February 4, 2013 at 9:17 am

    Your sooo generous with your craft designs, they always put a smile on my face, thanks so much!!!

    Reply
  17. Terry

    February 4, 2013 at 9:45 am

    Now I have to go empty some cans of peas! What a clever recycle project and not to mention a totally stunning one at that! Love these little tinnies! Happy Monday! Hugs!

    Reply
  18. Sandi McLean

    February 4, 2013 at 10:19 am

    Recycling is tomorrow so just in time LOL Another sweet project!

    Reply
  19. Mommyrox

    February 4, 2013 at 10:34 am

    This will make my Monday more bearable; thank you! <3

    Reply
  20. trish

    February 4, 2013 at 10:35 am

    I am saving all of these wonderful things to do… working on journals and the cigar box..LOL.. not enough time in the day!!!!! Thank you these are awesome…

    Reply
  21. wendy

    February 4, 2013 at 10:47 am

    AND you did it again stunning idea !

    Reply
  22. Holly R. Moore

    February 4, 2013 at 10:55 am

    Super cute project! I have several formula cans saved, and my girls are 6 and 4. What a fab idea!
    Holly Moore
    heroom80@hotmail.com

    Reply
  23. Holly R. Moore

    February 4, 2013 at 10:57 am

    Super cute project! I have several formula cans saved, and my girls are 6 and 4. Heehee. Thanks for the great idea!
    Holly Moore
    heroom80@hotmail.com

    Reply
  24. cathyn

    February 4, 2013 at 11:14 am

    I like the idea for today. Great work.

    Reply
  25. Sarah

    February 4, 2013 at 11:24 am

    You have given new meaning to what used to be trash :) A pretty way to recycle.

    Reply
  26. joy

    February 4, 2013 at 11:38 am

    Just catching up with your beautiful projects today – my computer was in the shop!!! Love each day’s creations, Nancy. These cans are so beautiful and I will definitely give this idea a try! Thanks for sharing your expertise with us!

    Reply
  27. Peggy Recker

    February 4, 2013 at 11:44 am

    Those are darling!

    Reply
  28. Joyce

    February 4, 2013 at 11:44 am

    All of the projects are so cute, I just need to get over the crud to be able to participate! Thanks Nancy.
    xoxo

    Reply
  29. Jann

    February 4, 2013 at 11:49 am

    Who knew a plain tin can could end up being so gorgeous? I’ve never seen any upcycled cans turn out so pretty–great job, Nancy!

    Reply
  30. Annette Reed

    February 4, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    These are very cute. It makes me want to decorate the pail that I have.

    Reply
  31. Linda F.

    February 4, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    Oh, this is my favorite project yet…so pretty!

    Reply
  32. ~*~ Patty

    February 4, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    You certainly know how to transform a humble tin can dear Nancy!

    These are absolutely precious!!!
    oxo

    Reply
  33. PetraB

    February 4, 2013 at 12:30 pm

    These are such a clever and stunning idea!

    Reply
  34. Heather F. Corn

    February 4, 2013 at 12:37 pm

    Ahhhhh, so this is why I saved all those cans!! Too cute, Nancy!

    Heather
    ti2gr2@yahoo.com

    Reply
  35. Barb

    February 4, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    What a wonderful idea, thanks for sharing. ♥
    Barb

    Reply
  36. creannie

    February 4, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    I’m full of dreams too !!
    It’s a sweet project ! thanks for sharing Nancy !

    Reply
  37. Cheryl

    February 4, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    Hi, Nancy:
    Again, simple AND beautiful! Thank you so much!

    Reply
  38. Deb (DeeJae)

    February 4, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    So lovely! I really can’t choose a favorite project, they’re all wonderful! :-)

    Reply
  39. Linda

    February 4, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Hi Nancy!
    Love the tinnies!!
    Have a great day!!

    Linda

    Reply
  40. Barbara Such

    February 4, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I am enjoying the daily projects that you are posting . It’s such fun
    to check your site each day to see the new tutorial. I would like to
    be entered for today’s give away Image 052. Thanks again and best
    wishes.

    Reply
  41. Jackie Mohring

    February 4, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    Love the recycling of the cans…..it’s amazing they can look so beautiful from such humble beginnings. My wonderfully creative Dad (whom I miss terribly) used to paint on all the flip top can lids. He said he opened a can of soup one day and looked at the pull tab and thought, “great, it has its own easel with it. So he would paint on the lid and then adjust the tab so it sat up on its own.

    Reply
  42. Cheryl Stauffer

    February 4, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    What a fun project!! I am enjoying your daily projects.

    Reply
  43. Chris

    February 4, 2013 at 4:45 pm

    Ooohhh, Nancy, these are utterly gorgeous and I’m definitely going to decorate some of these type of containers.

    Chris xx

    Reply
  44. Heather A Hudson

    February 4, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    These are just darling! Visiting from Sandi’s Blog (Maximum Embellishment)…and I just got in from trecking out in the snow to grab some soup cans…LOL…can’t wait to get a chance to play!
    Hugs!!
    Heather

    Reply
  45. Karen Chartier

    February 4, 2013 at 7:20 pm

    so cute!

    Reply
  46. Janie Hubble

    February 4, 2013 at 8:50 pm

    Am thoroughly enjoying all your wonderful creations … I totally love all of your ideas – but so far this is my favourite. (Well, it will be until I see what you have planned for tomorrow LOL) Thank you for the continued inspiration – and the promosie of more wonderful, awe-filled days until Valentines Day xx

    Reply
  47. Saucy Chick Sherry

    February 4, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    Uber Sweet Tinnies. You are sharing wonderful Heartfelt creations and I am grateful. Creative Hearts are Happy Hearts…

    Reply
  48. Lisa

    February 4, 2013 at 11:25 pm

    Love this!

    Reply
  49. Di@Cottage-wishes

    February 5, 2013 at 6:53 am

    Just adorable! I love these, you could do a different set for each season! Di@Cottage-Wishes

    Reply
  50. MarieS.

    February 5, 2013 at 7:22 am

    You always come up with the most beautiful creations,dear Nancy:)
    Love the tins.
    Hugs,
    Marie

    Reply
  51. Lynn Stevens

    February 5, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    Now how did I miss these? Great up cycled project. Just precious!
    hugs Lynn

    Reply
  52. Leslie

    February 5, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    Cute project! I did a bunch of cans from Thanksgiving dinner with old book pages to hold all my pens and markers. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
  53. Betty Helms

    February 6, 2013 at 2:13 am

    Great recycle project! Makes my mind work overtime thinking of what one could do.

    Reply
  54. Tammy

    February 6, 2013 at 10:06 am

    You have taken the old tin can and turned it into something absolutely delightful. So pretty! Best wishes, Tammy

    Reply
  55. CarolS

    February 7, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    Oh my gosh, these cans are gorgeous! I keep saving cans then, tossing them after a few days…I’m going to have to stop tossing them!
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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