Spray can painting is so easy, and when youre done painting, theres still more the can has to offer. Well, actually, theres more the lid can offer. There are lots of things you can easily make from a spray can lid, and if you want, you can make the lids into matching decor pieces for your newly painted surfaces! The projects listed here are so easy even a child can make them so be sure and get the kids involved in the fun.
Kids always want something cool and different when it comes to decorating their rooms. Spray can lids can give them lots of options for decorating and most of the projects cost pennies. Attach the can lids to bedroom walls then use stickers to spell the childs name. The can lids can be different colors or you can spray paint them all one color. Spray paint comes in fabulous types like metallic, glossy or even pearl types.
The lids can spell out more than just childrens names. Hang the lids on the front door to spell "Merry Christmas" or your family name. Add any number of embellishments to one, several or all of the lids, like silk flowers and vines, miniature novelties or even wrap the sides of the lids with wallpaper remnants. Other craft items you can use include faux jewels, glitter, velvet ribbon, roping or even buttons. Instead of using stickers to make the spray can lid decor try cutting small pictures from glossy magazines. If you want, you can laminate them, then glue them on the lids. Display a series of lighthouse pictures, wildlife or another theme. For a childs room cut pictures of a beloved cartoon character. The lids can be hung vertically or horizontally. Make an interesting shelf by aligning the lids and gluing them to a narrow piece of board. Butt the lids together and glue them to each other. Now glue the set of lids to the shelf piece. Hang the shelf with shelf hangers which will be hidden behind the lids. The shelf is great for displaying photos, miniatures and other collectibles. Make a pyramid of lids by gluing the lids together. Now glue a wide ribbon around the pyramid. The various sections can hold makeup, jewelry, coins, craft supplies, small tools and much more. Stand the pyramid up, and place items in through the front, or lay it on its back and have the openings facing upward. Its a great organizer that can be built small or huge. It doesnt necessarily have to be shaped in as a pyramid. Build rectangular or organizers, too. Large units that will be standing should be fastened to a wall or otherwise secured. When you arrange the lids, and lay the unit down, it makes a great ribbon dispenser. When ribbon unwinds while youre using it theres a terrible mess. Keep the ribbon organized with the lid arrangement. Theyre also helpful in a sewing area. Use them to hold tape measure, ribbon, pins and more. Create a secret hiding place for jewelry and more by starting with a spray can lid. Spray the lid black. Glue tiny strips of velcro all the way around the opening of the can lid. The black lid helps conceal the velcro. Cut a circle of felt and a slightly smaller circle of cardboard. Glue the cardboard to the felt. Stick the felt to the velcro. Now place the lid on a flat surface with the felt side facing down. Glue a small novelty in the center of the lid. The lid becomes a stand for the dolphin, lighthouse or other novelty. The cardboard helps support heavier items like jewelry. Pull the felt back, add or take away items, then smooth the felt back over the velcro. Make a cute ornament in a flash with a spray can lid. Paint the inside and glue in a tiny tree, mouse, puppy, wagon or other miniature novelty. The novelty can be glass, plastic, metal, wooden or ceramic. Use a not nail to poke a hole in the top of the lid so you can add a ribbon hanger. Make many different ornaments with this technique. Add glitter or other embellishments as you see fit. Spray can lids are just one more thing that doesnt have to end up in a landfill. There are many great craft and decor projects you can make with them. Look around to see if you have any paint can
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