Easy Upcycled Twine and Lace Cans Craft
Upcycle cans into beautiful vases using twine and lace & use them to display flowers. Use seasonal ribbon to make vases for the season.
I’m sharing my easy upcycled twine and lace cans craft for this month’s Thrifty Style Team project hosted by Julie of Redhead Can Decorate.
Don’t miss all of the other projects shared this month. You’ll find links to visit each project at the end of this post.
Easy Upcycled Twine and Lace Cans Craft
I love a home decor project that is nearly free to make. Upcycled cans get transformed into vases with the addition of twine and lace ribbon.
To make the vase seasonal, use a different color ribbon.
This project is a good one to do with kids. Being a former teacher, I’m picturing it being a perfect Mother’s Day project.
Easy Upcycled Twine and Lace Cans Craft
Upcycle cans into beautiful vases using twine and lace & use them to display flowers. Use seasonal ribbon to make vases for the season.
Materials
- Twine
- 1" Lace Trim
- Cans, empty and washed
- Gorilla Glue
- Scissors
Instructions
Apply gorilla glue up and down the can in a diagonal pattern.
Start at the bottom of the can and add a line of twine at the bottom, pressing firmly to adhere the twine to the can.
Wrap the twine around the can, pressing the twine down as you go. You may need to add a little glue here and there.
When you get to the top of the can, cut the twine, and firmly press the twine to the can, securing it.
Add a dab of glue to the middle of the can, on top of the wrapped twine, and secure one end of the lace trim to it.
Wrap the trim halfway around the can, add another dab of glue, and press firmly to secure. Wrap the trim around the rest of the can, add a dab of glue where the trim will meet the other end. Cut the trim where it meets, and press firmly to secure it.
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This is so cute and looks easy enough that I may be able to pull it off. LOL!
Sending prayers for positive results of your tests today.
Thank you so much, Lynda!
Very cute! I just love playing with cans! I save every single can that I can rescue. I’m actually in the process of making something with large coffee cans but I’m waiting for a few supplies to be delivered before I can move ahead. I want to cut them up and make all kinds of things with them! This is simple and very cute! I’m curious what you’re going to use it for?
I made several and am using one on my desk to hold pencils and the others as vases.
This is a great project to do with my grandchildren. So easy. I like that this is inexpensive also.
Praying that your tests go well and that you have good results.
Suzanne
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you so much, Suzanne!
Really cute, Paula! Prayers for good results on your tests.
This is a great project. Love the texture of the twine and lace.
These projects are great and fast.
Perfect for fall.
.Prayers for your tests. Thanks for linking my moss covered vase!
Thank you so much, Cindy!
Thank you so much, Amy!
What a sweet idea, Paula! I could see myself using these in my office to help me stay organized. I’ll be praying for your scans today.
Thank you so much, Crissy!
Such an adorable idea Paula. I need to save some cans! Pinned
Thank you so much, Cindy!
Super cute project Paula and a great way to use up cans as decor!
Thank you so much, Cindy!
Really like the texture of twine in the Fall, especially. So simple and fun to use in decor. Pinned!
Thank you so much, Lora!
Paula-sending you nothing but positive vibes and prayers. All my thoughts are with you.
Sarah
Thank you so much, Sarah!
I love using tin cans for crafts. Yours are fun all year long. Thanks for the fun idea, Paula.
Thank you so much, Meegan!
Paula – this is so cute and we love the texture. It can be used in so many ways! Thanks for sharing our shabby french tin. Much love, hugs and prayers coming your way!
Thank you so much, ladies!
This is such a cute and quick craft idea. It would especially be nice for containers at my next party! Thank you!
Thank you so much, Corine!
This is such a great idea, Paula! My grandmother used to repurpose tin cans. I love the neutral texture you added. Sending continued prayers to you, my friend.
Thank you so much, Lynne!
So pretty and easy.
Thank you so much, Linda!
Such a great idea, and I love how it turned out! What a great upcycle, thanks for sharing
Thank you so much, Chas!
These are just the cutest! I love using tin cans for crafts but had to get rid of my stash a few years ago, i.e., I had WAY too many cans! Thanks so much for the inspiration and praying for you. <3
Thank you so much!
This is such a cute and simple project. I love the texture and the boho feel of it. The lace gives it a sweet touch too. Thanks for the idea! I hope you’re feeling well, and I’m praying for your mama and you both.
Thank you so much!
Paula this is just darling! Love this idea.
Thank you so much!
What a lovely upcycle.
Did you find the gorilla glue got hot on the can? Sounds weird I know but I used one of the gorilla glues, years ago, on something metal and I remember it getting quite hot as it ‘cured’ I don’t remember which specific type of gorilla glue it was though.
Thanks for sharing this with us at Handmade Monday
Exothermic reaction!
Blimey! who knew? ( well you obviously, so well done for that!) We thought we were doing crafts but really it’s science 🙂
Thank you so much!
Love this. Simple crafting does my heart so much good. Thank you, always, for your inspiration.❤️
Thank you so much!
Adorable, I simply love the contrast of the white lace and jute, so many possibilities!
Thank you so much!
I can see this for wedding favors!!! Or a wedding centerpiece 😊. I love it, Paula! I pray you are feeling well!!!
Thank you so much! I am doing great!
This is really cute and easy to boot! No need to throw all those cans in the trash anymore.
Brenda
Yes!
Such a lovely craft, Paula. I especially love that touch of lace…that’s the sweetest! xoxo, Kristi
Thank you so much!
Cindy,
I love using tin cans and this is super cute. I’d love to share on my Sunday Dirt Road Adventures. I hope that’s ok.
Paula,
I love using tin cans and this is super cute. I’d love to share on my Sunday Dirt Road Adventures. I hope that’s ok.
Thank you so much for sharing. I so much appreciate it.
Paula,
Please excuse my previous message. I know your name is Paula and not Cindy. LOL
Adorable – and SO many ways to use this! Thank you for sharing at Party In Your PJ’s.
Thank you, Ann!
A set of these would go great on a shelf I have on my deck – add some small trailing plants! Thank you for sharing at My Big Fat Menopausal Life’s Share the Wealth Link party! Have an awesome weekend.
Thank you, Helen!
Paula what a quick and easy craft that will look great all year long. I love how the lace looks against the rustic twine. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much, Michelle!
This is adorable and would be a perfect addition to my craft room for my pencils or paintbrushes. I’ve featured it today at Thursday Favorite Things. Congrats! 🙂
Thank you so much for the feature!
What a cute idea to upcycle and to make an adorable flower holder.
Happy Fall,
Kippi
Thank you so much, Kippi!