Turn Tin Cans Into Utensil Bins
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Materials Needed:
- tin cans of various shapes and sizes
- metal-safe drill bit
- electric drill
- spray paint in the color(s) of your choice
- variety of washi tape, stickers and tags
- scissors
- safety goggles
- S-hooks
Drill Holes
Use a metal-safe drill bit to create a hole just below the rim on the back side of each tin can. Tip: Be sure to wear safety goggles when drilling into metal.
![Drill Holes into Tin Cans Drill Holes](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2014/1/10/0/Original_Layla-Palmer-Utensil-Cans-Step-1-Drill-Hole_h.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400953040250.webp)
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Spray Paint Cans
Turn cans upside down and coat each one with spray paint in the color(s) of your choice.
![Spray Paint Cans Spray Paint Tin Cans](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2014/1/10/0/Original_Layla-Palmer-Utensil-Cans-Step-2-Spray-Paint_h.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400953129953.webp)
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Embellish Cans
Now's the time to get creative! Embellish tin cans with washi tape, stickers or tags. Using temporary embellishments allows you to change up the look at a moment's notice.
![Embellishing Utensil Cans with Washi Tape Decorate Tin Cans with Washi Tape](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2014/1/10/0/Original_Layla-Palmer-Utensil-Cans-Step-3-Washi-Tape_h.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400953129849.webp)
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Hang Cans
Hang each tin can from an S-hook onto a towel bar. Fill with utensils, herbs or kitchen tools.
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