DIY Twined Tidies by Elyse Major from Tinker Treasures

Brighten and organise any room by spinning simple tin cans into shanty-chic caddies designed by Elyse Major from Tinkered Treasures. Wrap cans in baker’s twine in a plethora of summery shades, from sunset to citrus to salt water taffy, and further embellish with ribbon and  rosebuds. Make and group tidies in related shades to keep supplies cheerfully within reach.

Grab your supplies…

Striped baker’s twine

Short length of seam (bias) binding or ribbon

Rosebud appliqué or other embellishment

Small hammer

Paint or spray paint (optional)

Paintbrush (optional)

Craft glue

1 Prepare the cans by removing labels and washing them thoroughly. Allow the cans to dry completely both inside and out to avoid any rusting later, which would spoil your work. Carefully tap down any jagged edges at the open top of the can with a small hammer.

2 Paint the can using a craft paint meant for metal, latex paint, or spray paint. Apply as many coats of paint as desired, allowing the can to dry thoroughly between each coat. Painting the bottom and inside of the can is also optional.

3 Dab a bit of glue onto a small section of the twine and, starting from either the top or the bottom, carefully wrap the twine around the can, holding the glued end in place with your thumb to secure. Keep wrapping the twine tightly round the can—occasionally you might need to push the forming bands closer together and even unwrap and re-wrap a bit until the pattern suits you.

4 When you reach the other end of the can trim the twine and secure the end with another dab of glue. You can conceal the glue by rubbing it gently in the direction of the twine.

5 Measure around the can and cut a length of seam (bias) binding or ribbon to fit; secure with craft glue. Add another dab of glue and stick on a rosebud appliqué or other embellishment.

Quick Tip! 

To help wrap the cans evenly, set up a small barrier, such as a book, to hold the spool in place so that as you pull the twine it stays taut. Why not try this technique to add texture and colour to other barrel shaped objects, such as bottles and jars?

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This adorable rustic recycled project is just one of the 35 fabulous makes in Elyse Major‘s new book Seaside Tinkered Treasures – £12.99, CICO Books

 

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