How To: Make a Centerpiece with Recycled Cans
A backyard party or barbecue doesn't call for elaborate decorations, just something fun for the table―like this rustic and
charming centerpiece. It's so simple (assemble it in minutes!), you can easily make it with your kids.
What You Need
Tin cans, scissors, soap, water (or adhesive-removing solution), carnations
Follow These Three Easy Steps
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1Gather cans
Look in your recycling bin for a few tin cans of varying sizes (go for an odd number, which always looks good grouped together).
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2Peel off labels and wash the cans
Remove the labels, using soap and water to get rid of any stickiness or paper remnants. If this doesn’t do the trick, try an adhesive-removing solution. Wash cans thoroughly.
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3Cut and arrange flowers
Fill each can with water. Cut carnations to height of cans. Working with a few flowers at a time, fill the cans with flowers,
making a full bouquet in each. Group cans in the center of the table.
Tip: Carnations are hardy, so if you change the water every few days, this arrangement should last two weeks.
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