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Tin Can Luminarias

These easy-to-make tin lanterns are the perfect accent to scatter around a porch or patio for a charming, folk art touch.

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Create a warm glow in no time.

What You Need

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Step 1.
Instructions

1. Remove labels, tops, and bottoms of 26-ounce tin cans. Use an old-fashioned beer can opener to make triangular holes around the perimeter of the top and bottom of each can. Wear work gloves and be careful with sharp edges.


2. With a hammer and sharp nail, carefully punch additional holes in a pattern on the surface of each can. Aim for a simple, stylized pattern. Work with a spare can or two for practice, if desired.


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Step 3.

3. Place each can in a terra cotta saucer with a votive candle inside. For a taller, fancier base, hot glue a pair of saucers bottom to bottom.


 

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