Well hey there, darlin’! Come on in, grab yourself a mason jar of sweet tea, and let’s get crafty. Today, we’re fixin’ to turn something most folks toss in the trash—plain ol’ tin cans—into the cutest little rustic candle holders you ever did see. If you love that cozy, Southern, shabby-chic charm as much as I do, then grab your glue gun and let’s gussy up your home one can at a time!
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- Clean, empty tin cans (soup or veggie cans work like a charm)
- Jute twine or burlap ribbon
- Decorative buttons, lace, or dried flowers (optional, but oh-so-pretty)
- Small votive or tealight candles
- Mod Podge or craft glue
- Craft paint (chalk paint for that worn vintage look)
- Sandpaper (just a scrap will do)
Tools Needed:
- Hot glue gun + glue sticks
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Pencil or marker
- Ruler (if you’re the precise type—I usually eyeball it with a wink!)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Clean and Prep Those Cans
Now sugar, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. First things first—wash those cans real good and peel off the labels. Ain’t nobody got time for sticky leftovers.
Picture This: A farmhouse kitchen sink with tin cans drying on a tea towel, sunlight pouring in like a blessing.
Step 2: Paint It Pretty
Give your can a couple coats of craft paint. I like chalk paint in creamy white, mint green, or soft blue—makes it look like it’s been sittin’ on Granny’s windowsill for years.
Sassy Tip: Don’t fret if it’s a little streaky. That just means it’s got character, honey.
Picture This: Hands speckled in paint, a cluttered table full of cozy chaos, and a vintage floral apron thrown in for good measure.
Step 3: Scuff it Up a Bit
Once dry, lightly sand around the edges to give it that “been loved on” look. We’re goin’ for rustic charm, not perfection.
Picture This: A weathered can with soft edges, like it’s been through some stories and still shining bright.
Step 4: Wrap and Embellish
Wrap the can with jute twine or burlap ribbon and secure with a dab of hot glue. Add a little lace, a cute wooden button, or even a sprig of lavender if you’re feelin’ fancy.
Sassy Tip: If it makes you smile, glue it on. This is your kind of pretty.
Picture This: Delicate details and textures—twine, lace, and dried flowers layered like Sunday best.
Step 5: Add the Candle
Pop a votive or tealight inside, and there you go—instant Southern charm!
Sassy Tip: You can even use battery-operated candles if you’ve got grandbabies runnin’ around.
Picture This: A soft, flickering glow lighting up a dinner table or bathroom shelf—pure cozy magic.
Finished Product:
Well now, don’t that look just precious? You’ve got yourself a set of charming Rustic Tin Can Candle Holders perfect for centerpieces, porch sittin’ ambiance, or gifting to your neighbor down the road. It’s simple, sweet, and just the right amount of country.
Love Granny B ❤️
