31 Creative DIY Ideas Made From Tin Cans

Looking for cheap but cool DIY ideas you can make from things around the house? Some of the best, most creative and awesome crafts and decor are made from just such things. Tin cans are one of the best of these, so we decided to put together a list of our favorite DIY projects made from tin cans, 31 of them, to be precise. Whether you are looking for home decor, a cool last minute gift idea, or just something fun to make, we have the perfect ideas for you. Follow the step by step tutorials to learn how. Enjoy!

Tin Can Crafts

1. DIY Tin Can Cutlery Holder

madamecriativa

DIY Tin Can Cutlery Holder, an upcycled container craft, easy to scale up for a whole batch and a keepsake worth handing down

Check out this cheap DIY home decor idea that looks anything but. Craft a cutlery holder with tin cans that are painted for a cute way to display those forks, knives and spoons. This project is especially great to make if you are short on drawer space like I am. Check out the step by step tutorial to learn how to make one for your kitchen.

4. DIY Tin Can Lanterns

craftfoxes

DIY Tin Can Lanterns, cheap to pull off with dollar store finds and proof a small change makes a real difference

5. DIY Tiered Vase Of Tin Cans

shelterness

DIY Tiered Vase Of Tin Cans, quick enough to finish before nap time and a sweet way to personalize a plain space

6. Upcycled Tin Can Storage

mollymell

Upcycled Tin Can Storage, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin and a keepsake worth handing down

7. Tin Can Drums

abeautifulmess

Tin Can Drums, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin and a sweet way to personalize a plain space

8. Rustic Tin Can Tea Lights

decoart

Rustic Tin Can Tea Lights, simple enough for a first try at the craft and warmth that a plain corner was missing

9. Tin Can Herb Garden

lifeisaparty

Tin Can Herb Garden, simple enough for a first try at the craft and proof a small change makes a real difference

10. Tin Can Lamp

alittlecraftinyourday

Tin Can Lamp, an upcycled container craft, easy to scale up for a whole batch and a keepsake worth handing down

11. Decorated Tin Cans

Sueeye

Decorated Tin Cans, quick enough to finish before nap time and a look that photographs beautifully once finished

12. DIY Birch Bark Vases

jenniferrizzo

DIY Birch Bark Vases, cheap to pull off with dollar store finds and proof a small change makes a real difference

13. Succulents In Recycled Tin Cans

homehearthaven

Succulents In Recycled Tin Cans, an upcycled container craft, forgiving even if a step turns out a little crooked

14. Altered Tin Can With Clothespins

sacrafters

Altered Tin Can With Clothespins, cheap to pull off with dollar store finds and a detail guests always ask about

15. Outdoor Drink Holder From Tin Can

positivelysplendid

Outdoor Drink Holder From Tin Can, doable in a single sitting with basic tools and a keepsake worth handing down

16. Tin Can Hanging Planter

gleefulthings

Tin Can Hanging Planter, quick enough to finish before nap time and proof a small change makes a real difference

17. Tin Can Portable Rocket Stove

logcabincooking

Tin Can Portable Rocket Stove, an upcycled container craft, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin

18. Recycled Tin Can Chime

cheapcrafting

Recycled Tin Can Chime, quick enough to finish before nap time and an upgrade that feels far pricier than it was

19. Tin Can Rope Bird Feeder

dabblesandbabbles

Tin Can Rope Bird Feeder, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin and a keepsake worth handing down

20. DIY Tin Can Table Numbers

100layercake

DIY Tin Can Table Numbers, an upcycled container craft, easy to scale up for a whole batch and a keepsake worth handing down

21. Chic Candle Pedestals

frugal-interior-design

Chic Candle Pedestals, quick enough to finish before nap time and a result that outshines anything mass produced

22. Upcycled Tin Can Organizer

mountainmodernlife

Upcycled Tin Can Organizer, quick enough to finish before nap time and a project worth saving for a free weekend

23. DIY Pendant Lights Of Tin Cans

shelterness

DIY Pendant Lights Of Tin Cans, an upcycled container craft, forgiving even if a step turns out a little crooked

24. Hanging Hairbrush Storage from Tin Cans

thecreativeimperative

Hanging Hairbrush Storage from Tin Cans, easy to scale up for a whole batch and a detail guests always ask about

25. Tin Can Biscuit Cutter

sprinklebakes

Tin Can Biscuit Cutter, quick enough to finish before nap time and an upgrade that feels far pricier than it was

27. Rustic Twine Wrapped Vase

livelaughrowe

Rustic Twine Wrapped Vase, simple enough for a first try at the craft and warmth that a plain corner was missing

29. Burlap Tin Can Candle Holder

redchandelier

Burlap Tin Can Candle Holder, an upcycled container craft, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin

30. Tin Can Shelf

zingzingtree

Tin Can Shelf, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin and a sweet way to personalize a plain space

31. DIY Artsy Caddy

onceuponherdream

DIY Artsy Caddy, budget friendly using stuff already sitting in a bin and warmth that a plain corner was missing