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How to Recycle and Reuse Altoid Tins with Thrifty Crafts, Gifts, and Household Uses

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By Kristina N
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Altoid tins can be reused in so many creative ways. Don't throw them out. Save money and make homemade gifts with them, crafts, and other uses.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Decoupage with old removed postage stamps (see resources for other decoupage ideas).

  2. Step 2

    Use to store hair bands, safety pins, and other small items when traveling.

  3. Step 3

    Make a small coin purse (see resources).

  4. Step 4

    Make an emergency candle (see resources).

  5. Step 5

    Use them to package items for gift giving (see resources).

  6. Step 6

    Make a mini first aid kit.

  7. Step 7

    Use to store toothpicks when traveling.

  8. Step 8

    Make a guitar (see resources).

  9. Step 9

    Use for a mini sewing kit (see resources for ideas).

  10. Step 10

    Store painting tools (see resources).

  11. Step 11

    Make a micro car mount (see resources).

  12. Step 12

    Make a pinhole camera (see resources).

  13. Step 13

    Make a Fishing Pocket Kit (see resources).

  14. Step 14

    Make a survival tin (see resources).

  15. Step 15

    Make a magnetic word play (see Replayground in resources).

Tips & Warnings
  • Place a box in a common area to collect recycled items for crafts and household uses.
  • Always use caution when children are helping

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vrogers said

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on 5/9/2009 Kristina, I enjoyed all of the ideas and links.

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on 2/10/2009 Cute ideas! I had fun checking out all your resources.

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