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So twinkly and so easy to make |
Step One
You will need some clean tin cans-peel the labels off and put them through the dishwasher so they are really shiny. Some pliers, some metal garden twine and a drill with a small tile drill bit, a pencil.
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Do the cancan |
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The right tools for the job |
Step Two
Secure your tin can in a vice or on your workbench.Draw your design on your can in pencil. Simple shapes like hearts, stars and crosses work best.
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Slowly does it |
Step Three
Drill holes around your shape. Also drill a hole in either side of your can for your handle to go through.
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Simple patterns work best |
Step Four
Cut your metal wire to the right length and twist to secure on each side.
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Snip |
Step Five
Light your tea light, put in your tealight holder and hang from a tree or line up on your decking. I hope it goes without saying but never leave a lit candle unattended.
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Tah dah! A Tin Can Tea Light Holder |
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Make a few and hang them in your garden |
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