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FREE PRIMITIVE, COUNTRY AND RUSTIC CRAFT PROJECTS AND INSTRUCTIONS, TIN CAN BUCKET 1
Free Primitive, Country and Rustic Craft Projects, Tin Can Bucket 1 Project, Figure 1, Drill handle holes.
Free Primitive, Country and Rustic Craft Projects, Tin Can Bucket 1 Project, Figure 2, Paint the can.
Free Primitive, Country and Rustic Craft Projects, Tin Can Bucket 1 Project, Figure 3, Attach the handle.
Complete our simple tin can bucket and fill it with berry sprays, star stems and twigs. Carry your primitive country decorating theme to your desk top by using it to hold pencils, pens and small tools. Spend an afternoon adding to your craft show inventory or making gifts for your family and friends.
You will need---
- Tin can
- Rusty Twisted Wire
- Drill and bit slightly larger in diameter than the wire
- Metal file
- Wire cutters
- Spray paint suitable for metal
- Spray primer (optional)
- Rubbing alcohol
- Paper towel or cotton pad
- Remove any labels and glue from the tin can. Wash and dry.
- With the seam centered in the back, drill a hole in each side about 1/4" from the top edge and opposite on another. File any burrs.
- Wash and dry the can a second time.
- Apply a generous amount of rubbing alcohol to a paper towel or cotton pad and clean the entire outer surface of the can to remove any oil left by your fingers and hands. Failure to do this may cause the paint not to adhere to the can.
- Prime the can following manufacturer's directions. This step is optional, depending upon the type paint you choose.
- Following the manufacturer's instructions, paint the can. Allow to dry thoroughly before handling. We chose a multicolor textured paint that gave us a very nice finish.
- Insert the end of the rusty twisted wire through one of the drilled holes from the outside. Press the wire firmly against the inside of the can. On the outside, bend the wire upward to begin forming the handle.
- Determine the length of the handle, add 1/2" and cut the wire. Repeat step 7 on the other side. Shape the handle as you desire.
- Enjoy!
Craft instructions are intended for adults. While you are free to complete as many projects as you wish, you may not claim our material as your own. Please see Terms & Conditions at shop.dreamasplace.com