Friday, November 6, 2009

Green Alternatives: Altoids Tins

It only takes a mildly observant person to note my passion for repurposing things that traditionally hit the trash can once their intended use is no longer required. For years (yes, that's right, years) I have been collecting used altoid tins. These tins have piled up as I've waited for a stroke of genius to inspire how I will repurpose them. I'm not one to go with other people's ideas as I am positive there is one genius design that only I am capable of coming up with. Yes, I do realize that this may be an arrogant admission but hey, at least I'm honest.

While I wait for my stroke of genius, I decided to check out the competition. I must admit there are some pretty cool, already invented ways to reuse these little tins.

I love the simple beauty of this gift tin by MaJenta Designs:



This simple and convenient sewing kit by DribsNDrabs:



These mini scrapbooks by Nycole:



This collage piece by Decorating4:



This belt buckle by BuckleUp:


Feel free to add to the list of useful ways to repurpose Altoid tins by leaving a note in the comment section below.

10 comments:

Mami Made It said...

Wow, the tins are great! Beautiful!

Unknown said...

love the little sewing kit!

Fern said...

Fabulous & cute idea! Must've eaten a TON of altoids :)

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Anonymous said...

Love altered tins - such a fun way to carry whatever in your purse! Great feature!

SleightGirl said...

My boyfriend has a ton of altoids tins, and we are constantly finding uses for them...in fact, sometimes we worry that our uses will outnumber the amount of tins we have.

The Stewart Stuff said...

I made these for Christmas last year as gifts. I love the mini scrapbook idea. I'll have to do that one this year! :0)

Christina said...

Great ideas. I should try to sewing tin idea! But I need to buy altoids. :D

Alix said...

love the little sewing kit and the belt buckle! You could totally keep stuff in there!

Michelle C said...

I have also seen them use as mini picture albums done in old style with B&W photos or sepia tone. The pictures on put on an accordian style "page" and "scrapbooked" They had them at a craft fair a few years ago.
Need more tins? I am happy to donate mine.
I mainly use mine to hold small items in my craft boxes.

Katy said...

I've seen them with candles poured inside. Makes a nice, portable candle!