Aluminum is such a nifty material. It’s flexible yet sturdy, can be recycled an infinite amount of times and it is no surprise that many crafty types have figured out countless ways to make some really cool DIY projects with it.
Aluminum is such a nifty material. It’s flexible yet sturdy, can be recycled an infinite amount of times and it is no surprise that many crafty types have figured out countless ways to make some really cool DIY projects with it. Behold these four great ideas on how to create objects d’art by “upcycling” aluminum cans.
I’m loving these dainty leaf ornaments crafted from recycled cans. The only tools needed are scissors, sand paper, a pencil and raffia to create ornaments with an earthy and industrial feel. They could hang from a tree, adorn your walls or top off a gift.
Aspiring fashion designers, take note of these ball gowns and shoes designed by Nikos Floros from woven strips of 20,000 recycled soda cans.
Add some spunk to your garden or make a unique arrangement out of these fun flowers made from recycled cans.
For the diehard do-it-yourselfer who loves the look of drop-tin ceiling tiles, try this hardcore project: making your own decorative tiles from melted recycled cans that allow you to put your own personal stamp on your interior.
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