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Great Ideas for Prettying Up Cookie Tins
by Lisa Koosis
Description: Don't throw away your old cookie tins! Decorate them to keep for yourself or to give away as gifts.
Sometimes plain, sometimes garish, cookie tins come in all shapes and sizes. And who among us hasn't picked up a few at the dollar store, or received one with a sweet treat inside. But what do you do with the tin once the cookies have been eaten?
Don't throw those cookie tins away. If you're willing to put in a little time and effort to spice them up, the result is often spectacular.
Here are some easy ideas for making a tin worth displaying.
- Cover it in pretty paper! Decoupage, the art of covering an object in pieces of paper or fabric, is easy enough that most folks can pick up the techniques quickly enough. With your choice of paper, you can make a beautiful tin using this technique. You'll want to purchase Mod Podge (available at any craft store), which will act as a sealer, glue and finisher for your piece. Choose whatever papers appeal to you. Leftover gift-wrap is a great option. You can also cut out photos and artwork from old magazines. If you don't have any paper available, you can purchase bags of papers in assorted shapes and sizes in the papercraft aisle of your local craft store.
- Stickers aren't just for kids anymore. Most craft stores have an aisle dedicated to stickers. You can find stickers in just about any shape or design, and some are quite ornate. For a solid-colored tin, just a well-placed sticker or two could make a world of difference. Plus, this is a great option for kids.
- Bows and other baubles. Grab out your hot glue gun. With an assortment of baubles and bows, you can create a wonderful, artsy-looking tin. Try gluing a selection of brightly-colored buttons onto the top of your tin. Or maybe some feather butterflies or silk leaves are more to your taste.
These are only a few quick possibilities. Don't hesitate to combine techniques. For example, decoupage the bottom of your tin and glue buttons onto the top. And why not visit the craft store for more ideas. With a small investment of time and lots of heart and creativity, you can make a tin that's perfect for keeping your favorite trinkets in.
Lisa is an author on http://www.Writing.Com/, a site for Writers.
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