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Make this cute and cheerful can for that special little girl in your life. This darling little can is perfect for pens, markers, or anything else her heart desires.

What you need

empty vegetable can, washed and dried
rubbing alcohol or white vinegar
colorful shoe lace or ribbon
2 smiley flower buttons
acrylic paint in bright yellow and orange
white craft glue (Tacky glue)
paintbrush
stylus or toothpick
Gloss acrylic spray sealer


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What you do

First, be certain that there are no sharp edges on the inside lip of the can. If there are, file them down with sandpaper before beginning this project.

Wipe the outside of the vegetable can down with alcohol or vinegar. This will help remove any excess oils and will help the paint stay on better. Allow the can to air dry.

About the Author
Amanda Formaro is the entrepreneurial mother of four children. She is also the owner of FamilyCorner.com Magazine at http://familycorner.com  Subscribe to her free kid's craft newsletter, Busy Little Hands, by sending any email message to mailto:kidscrafts-on@mail-list.com or by filling out the form on the left side of this article