Posted by David Calleja on 9th Dec 2020

5 uses for collectible tins you probably never thought of

The Tin Man may have been missing a heart, but he certainly had a soul … similar to the wide range of

vintage and collectible tins we stock. Just like the Tin Man, these beauties have travelled miles and

collected many stories along the way. Sure, perhaps they’re a little bit rusty and rough around the

edges, but that’s all part of their charm.

Vintage and collectible tins bring with them a unique personality, and add an element of creativity and

character to a home. It can be easy to get stuck on the idea that they are for display or storage

purposes only, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! These tins are only just beginning their

journey, and they’re ready to settle into the next stage of their life with you.

Here are 5 ways you can use vintage tins that you may never have considered:

1. A magnetic indoor herb garden

With a little bit of magic (also known as potting soil), your vintage tins can serve as a beautiful

home for herbs to prosper. The kitchen can already be a crowded space, especially the window

sills, so attach a magnet to the back of the tin to hang it from the fridge. We love this simple

tutorial by HGTV to bring this to life.

2. Hanging pots

Running out of bench space? Keep the greenery in your home with a splash of vintage tin

charm by turning them into hanging pots. Insert two small holes on either side of the tin to

poke some string through, choose your plant of choice (we love succulents in tins, personally!),

and find the perfect spot to show off your new creation. Simple, yet elegant!

3. Create a candle

Tins provide a safe exterior for burning candles, and they are super easy to make. We love this

easy DIY candle tutorial from Country Living. And the best part? Once all the wax is melted, you

can keep reusing the tin to create more – the gift that keeps on giving!

4. Create a pendant light

Shine a light on your beautiful vintage tin … quite literally! A pendant light

kit, metal cutter, light bulb and a hook are the only things you’ll need to bring this creation to

life. It looks much harder to achieve than it actually is (trust us, if we can manage to create it,

so can you).

Image via 4FLighting

5. Candle wall display

We’ve left the best (and easiest) to last! This hanging light display is

magical, and can be easily created with various designs of vintage tins.

It’s time to take the first steps now that those creative juices are flowing! To shop our wide range of

vintage and collectible tins, visit our website today. We offer free shipping within Australia and 10% off

your first purchase when you sign up to our newsletter. Don’t forget to send us snaps of your

creations – we’d love to see them!

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