Transforming Trash: How I Break Down Soda and Beer Cans For Crafting

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00:00 - How to break down aluminum cans
04:00 - Breaking Down 50 Cans
04:56 - Tabs
05:06 - Rings
06:18 - Domed Bottoms
06:55 - Flattened Metal Sheets
07:49 - Preview of Aluminum Can Projects
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@devin4129 Жыл бұрын

That trick with putting the rings together is incredible!

@UpcycleDesignLab Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@richaelastaley8131 11 ай бұрын

TFS! A quick tip on removing the tabs, if you rotate them all the way around and push the larger end into the can opening you can remove the whole tab including the little ring that connects it to the can lid. I started doing that in case I wanted to use the little ring in design elements and to avoid the sharp edges produced when wiggling/snapping them off.

@UpcycleDesignLab 11 ай бұрын

Hi thanks for watching and for the tip. I will give it a try. 🙂

@lzrd8460 9 ай бұрын

When I’m cutting up my tin cans, especially getting the bottoms & rings ready to use, I slip on my silicone finger protectors. I bought them for hot glue but thought how practical & protective they would be for using when I’m working with aluminum cans. They work just great. I bought a pkg with three different sized for $0.86 cents from temu. Amazon prices are a lot more.

@UpcycleDesignLab 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I don't have a problem working with the aluminum cans but I have been known to injure myself with my glue gun. 🙂

@cab102361 2 ай бұрын

Wow. Great tips.

@UpcycleDesignLab 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 🙂

@UpcycleDesignLab 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@SilentNoMore64 Жыл бұрын

Amazing!! Zero waste. I think Im going to wear gloves when trying this. Youre brave.

@UpcycleDesignLab Жыл бұрын

Hi - thanks for watching. It's not really dangerous but you can certainly wear gloves for extra protection.

@SilentNoMore64 Жыл бұрын

@@UpcycleDesignLab Nope. I'm clutz. Lol

@jameemaree4602 28 күн бұрын

Run the edges on the concrete garage floor for a fast way to smooth them :))

@UpcycleDesignLab 26 күн бұрын

I have never tried that. Our garage floor is pretty smooth. 🙂🙂🙂 Thanks for watching.

@bpr664 2 ай бұрын

They make can openers that cut on the side of the can. Maybe that would help with the rings if you do it while the lip is still on the can

@UpcycleDesignLab 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the idea. I have tried a safe cut can opener but it wouldn't grip the can. Perhaps a different opener would work.

@Cyrilmc222004 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Cindy, I really really enjoyed watching you cut apart those can’s. It’s a very very useful and helpful video. I’ve seen the other videos and I highly recommend other’s watching them too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤

@UpcycleDesignLab Жыл бұрын

Thanks again

@drinkbleachbaby8819 3 ай бұрын

Can opener works well too, if on budget just be carful and go slow. Don’t want to go to dept and bend the metal to much

@s.c3773 8 ай бұрын

You are absolutely amazing and so kind to share. Thank you

@UpcycleDesignLab 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for your lovely comment and for watching 🙂

@lzrd8460 9 ай бұрын

This is an excellent tutorial. Upcycledesign Labs is ALWAYS my go-to whenever I have a question about tin can crafts! 👏👏👏👏👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. One question though- do you have a tutorial on how to make those adorable little tin containers with the tops & handles? I looked through your list of uploads but couldn’t find one. ☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️

@UpcycleDesignLab 9 ай бұрын

Hi thanks so much for your comment. Here is the tutorial you are looking for. 🙂 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pK9mp9Sns9uWdWQ.html

@rebeccaledford8202 Жыл бұрын

What do you do with the little squares you tear off the rings? Have you tried embossing or engraving the metal with your cricut? Done anything with steel or plastic jugs or bottles? The bottoms would make a great oversized pocket watch or locket. I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm a compulsive maker, but buying supplies when we have so much packaging seems very wasteful and unimaginative. You've encouraged me to resume my experiments. Thank you.

@UpcycleDesignLab Жыл бұрын

Hi Rebecca nice to meet a fellow upcycler. So far I am sad to say I have thrown away the pieces of can from the rings. I haven't tried embossing but I did a little experimenting with the Cricut engraving tool. I haven't made much from plastic jugs or containers but I have made a lot of projects from tin cans. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@jodibetcher5245 Жыл бұрын

💕 Thank you, Cindy! ( I hope that I spelled it right. ) I have never seen or even heard of that tool. I have cut cans apart, but only with a tin snips. This looks a lot easier. 💕

@UpcycleDesignLab Жыл бұрын

Hi Jodi your spelling is correct. 🙂 Thanks for watching. The draft top is really a kitchen gadget but I have co-oppted it for crafting. 🤣🤣🤣