This guide provides detailed steps to upcycle aluminum cans into beautiful ornaments. This eco-friendly project allows you to craft unique decorations while reducing waste.

Create Ornaments from Aluminum Cans

Prepare the Can

Thoroughly wash and dry the aluminum can to ensure it is clean.

Cut the Can

Using a sturdy pair of scissors, carefully cut off the top and bottom of the can. Then, cut along the side to create a flat piece of aluminum.

Draw the Ornament Shapes

Using a marker, draw your desired ornament shapes (e.g., stars, hearts, bells) on the flat aluminum sheet.

Cut Out the Shapes

Cut out the drawn shapes using sharp scissors or precision metal shears.

Smooth the Edges

Use a metal file to smooth the edges of the cut shapes to prevent any sharp edges.

Decorate the Ornaments

Punch a hole at the top of each shape for hanging. Decorate the ornaments with paint, markers, or embellishments as desired.

Attach Hanging String

Thread a piece of string or ribbon through the punched hole and tie it securely to create a loop for hanging.

Aluminum cans	Buy
String or ribbon	Buy
Acrylic paints or markers (optional)	Buy
Embellishments (optional)	Buy

Scissors or metal shears	Buy
Marker	Buy
Metal file	Buy
Hole puncher	Buy

Create Ornaments from Aluminum Cans

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