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Snowman Craft from Tin Cans!

This snowman craft [that's also a wind chime] was so fun. I’ve had this idea in my the entire fall and couldn’t wait to have the time to do it with the boys!

Things started rocky, for sure, but I do love the

26 Tin Can Activities, Music & Crafts

Upcycling is free.

Upcycling is versatile.
Upcycling can be done with things you have on hand.

Tin cans… I have a lot on hand, at all times!

Upcycle those tin cans before you recycle them!
Here are 26 activities, crafts, holiday

Crafty Art : Eric Carle Caterpillar

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle is probably the most well-known, and popular, of his books. At least it is to me.

I asked Henry if he’d like to make a caterpillar out of tin cans.
He jumped at the chance and

Music Art : Tin Can Drums

We’ve been on a tin can binge,
so Henry and I had to make these drums from tin cans, too!

During my hunt for balloon ideas,
I found this tin can drum idea from both Quirky Momma and Mini-Eco.

Since Father’s Day

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Outdoor Music : DIY Windchimes

A DIY upcycled windchime.

Henry and I rummaged through our recycling bins to find some tin cans in various shapes and sizes, including some lids. Believe me, there’s a lot you can do with stuff from your recycling bin! Upcycle whatever

Outdoor Play : Tin Can Forest

A forest in the sandbox for the Forest Fiesta!

Henry and I made a real forest with upcycled tin cans, tree branches and a few plants.

Henry loves picking up sticks at Grandma’s house. So that’s just what he did. 
While he added the biggest