Tin cans don’t necessarily have to meet their ultimate end after they’ve finished dispensing their delicious contents into a pot or pan. The world of upcycling constantly turns ordinary refuse into unique, aesthetically pleasing household decorations. The humble tin can is surprisingly versatile, and can be turned into anything from a snazzy flower pot to more novel incarnations such as wreaths and candle holders. The sheer amount of domestic and commercial uses for upcycled tin cans is honestly too great to measure, and this article aims to list of the most underrated uses for these discarded building blocks of art.
Most of the examples found in this article fall into one of several categories. Upcycled tin cans are usually either commercially useful, domestically pleasing or of great use in the kitchen. Some of these examples fall into two or more categories, and further cement their place in the arsenal.
Tin Can Caddy

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DIY Nautical Tin Can Rope Vases

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Decoupage Tin Cans for Towel Storage and Wall Decor
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DIY Tutorial Tin Can Pencil Holders

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Easy Tin Can Flowers
Plant Markers Made out of Tin Can Lids

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Valentine Tin Cans with Burlap

Hanging Tin Can Lanterns

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Add Color and Joy to Your Garden with This Tin Can Man

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Tin Can Snowman for the Holidays

Tin Can Wind Chime

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Vintage Upcycled Tin Can Holder for Craft Supplies

Beautiful Upcycled Tin Cans with Lids

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Real Working Tin Can Desk Lamp

Tin Can Knitting Loom

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DIY Quart Tin Can Punch Lanterns

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Tin Can Twig Vase

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Candle Holders Made With Tin Cans and Clothes Pins

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DIY Tin Can Flower Bird Feeder

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Birch Wood Tin Can Planters

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