What can I make with cat food cans?

Melinda
by Melinda
I am buried in mountains of cat food cans! I would like ideas please for the small 3 oz. and a bit larger 5 oz. cans that can be made over in to items that are crafts fair worthy!
Singly, my brain can't think beyond something like a container for loose change, a bit too elementary. Put together, all I am imagining is a bunch of little cubbies to hang on the wall. Another NO. Who is the brilliant one out there that has ideas I can borrow? Yes, there is always recycle. guess.
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  • Eli mackewich Eli mackewich on Aug 07, 2016
    Make them into flowers on a wooden dowel. I make them with three cans one large with cut petals in the back one smaller with petals cut in the middle and one very small smashed flat for the middle. I sell mine for anywhere from 6-10$ each. Seem to sell out every time when they are painted bright colors
  • Cyndii Jane Cyndii Jane on Aug 13, 2016
    Here's what I've done in the past: Remove the labels and wash thoroughly. Let dry completly. Take an awl or small Phillip's head screwdriver and punch holes into the sides - in some specific or random pattern - your choice! Spray the cans, inside and out with a metallic (silver, gold, bronze) or other color to your liking. After they're dry, place a votive - or battery-operated - candle and they make a lovely table decoration. Use singly, or in multiples, for a lovely patio accent. Or, they can be stacked in a variety of combinations (BE SURE TO GLUE TOGETHER TO AVOID ANY FIRE ISSUES!). Enjoy! Hope this helps!
  • Kristin Kristin on Aug 15, 2016
    you can use them to make English muffins from scratch
  • Angela Peraldo Angela Peraldo on Aug 15, 2016
    If you crochet you can make a Pin Cushion Holder .