Tin Can Vase with Linen Napkin

Mar 4, 2011 · written by Amy · DecorateHandmade

I’ve become a bit of a hoarder. I’m convinced I will find a use for the collection of tin cans I’ve been growing. I’ve also decided to give in to my love of stitched linens and collect a few, despite the fact that I never use table linens. I found these hip, hand-stitched yellow napkins, along with another armful of treasures, at a fantastic antique/junk store outside of Prague. Well, my collecting paid off when I wrapped a tin can in one of my I-don’t-know-if-I-really-need-this finds. It was super simple: I just wrapped a tin can with my cloth napkin, popped some flowers in, and set my eyes a’gazin’ on my adorable can-vase.

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5 Comments

  • Cindi Mar 5, 2011
    I love your vase! I feel a trip to an antique/junk store coming on. I really enjoy your blog. Thanks for posting. I'm vicariously enjoying your trip to Prague also! Such a cool experience!
    • Amy Mar 6, 2011
      Thanks so much, Cindi! International treasure hunts are definitely one of my favorite parts.;)
  • Lolly Mar 6, 2011
    Adorable! But how did you secure the napkin onto the can?
    • Amy Mar 6, 2011
      Lolly - Good question! The corner I folded over (see pic) gave me a perfect spot for tucking the napkin into itself on the backside, and then I just folded the bottom under beneath the can. Makes it easy to pull off and use it for a napkin later!
      • Lolly Mar 6, 2011
        Ahhh, very clever. I am off to try it myself. Thanks : )