{"id":17885,"date":"2014-08-28T12:00:50","date_gmt":"2014-08-28T16:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress-367309-1145705.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=17885"},"modified":"2014-08-28T12:04:55","modified_gmt":"2014-08-28T16:04:55","slug":"12-ways-repurpose-beer-cans-labor-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/articles\/12-ways-repurpose-beer-cans-labor-day\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Ways to Repurpose Beer Cans After Labor Day"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"upcycling<\/a><\/p>\n

As we prepare to celebrate Labor Day weekend, I can\u2019t think of a better way to enjoy the holiday than kicking back and spending time with loved ones. This is a perfect time to fire up the grill<\/a> and toast to a great Summer with a cocktail (or two) and cold beers. If you\u2019ll be traveling to or from an event, please remember to ride with a sober, designated driver. Maybe it\u2019s the mother in me, but I couldn\u2019t write this posting without reminding you to drink responsibly. Now, let\u2019s continue on as I share with you some cool ideas to repurpose empty beer cans after your festivities are done.<\/p>\n

Keeping America Beautiful estimated nearly 60 percent of aluminum cans were recycled in 2010<\/a>. That\u2019s a higher recovery rate than\u00a0any other beverage container. It\u2019s been noted\u00a0that one recycled beer can saves enough energy to power your television for three hours. This is vital in preserving natural resources and lessening the amount of energy needed to manufacture virgin cans. But there\u2019s more we can do to repurpose the billion more cans not recycled each year.<\/p>\n

Draft a Plan to Turn Your Beer Cans into New Creations<\/h3>\n
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  1. Camping Stove<\/a>:<\/strong> Using only a bottle of fuel, lighter and aluminum can, you can minimize waste all the while cooking over an open flame.<\/li>\n
  2. Patio String Lights<\/a>:<\/strong> With only a few supplies and some elbow grease, you can turn two dozen or so cans into outdoor lighting d\u00e9cor.<\/li>\n
  3. Aluminum Can Lanterns<\/a>:<\/strong> If you have more cans leftover after making the string lights, try adding some accents to your space with these pint-sized fixtures.<\/li>\n
  4. \u2018Can\u2019dle Holders<\/a>:<\/strong> For outdoor or indoor usage, cans\u2019 bases are the perfect size to snuggly hold candles in place. They then can be arranged to make floral-inspired centerpieces for tables or mantles.<\/li>\n
  5. Wall Art<\/a>:<\/strong> Since much of an aluminum can be reused, try making inexpensive, multi-dimensional wall murals for a fraction of the cost of the ones sold in stores.<\/li>\n
  6. Metal Flowers<\/a>:<\/strong> This design combines elements of hard and soft to add a feminine touch to any look. The flowers can be adhered to an alligator clip to be worn as a brooch or clipped to an headband as a fun accessory. Or add some “stems” to the flowers and create a beautiful bouquet for someone special.<\/li>\n
  7. Flower Magnets<\/a>:<\/strong> If you\u2019re not a fan of accessories, you may consider adding a disc magnet to your flowers to display papers and photos on your fridge.<\/li>\n
  8. Lamp plus Pull Tab Shade<\/a>:<\/strong> Depending on your skill level, you can brighten your space with a vintage lamp made from a used beer can and top it with a lampshade made from pull tabs. I\u2019m sure your friends will definitely want one as well.<\/li>\n
  9. Wreaths<\/a>:<\/strong> Embellish your front door for any season with aluminum \u201cleaves\u201d adhered to a cardboard ring to make a decoration that will last for many years to come.<\/li>\n
  10. Christmas Ornaments<\/a>:<\/strong> I realize Christmas is a few months away, but I couldn\u2019t pass on a chance to share this colorful idea to transform cans into trinkets for your tree. The tutorial uses soda cans, but I\u2019m sure beer cans would work just the same.<\/li>\n
  11. Cookie Cutters<\/a>:<\/strong> This one is for kids only. Using only a can, scissors and glue, you can entice little ones to try new foods by making fun shapes using strips of aluminum. A helpful tip to remember is sand paper works well to smooth sharp edges.<\/li>\n
  12. Pull Tab Jewelry<\/a>:<\/strong> Put your pull tabs to good use by making an array of accessories, including bracelets, earrings, necklaces and purses.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you prefer bottles to cans or you are a wine drinker, here\u2019s some great tutorials<\/a> to get you started making your own set of upcycled treasures.<\/p>\n

    Have you tried to making “beer can crafts?” Which ones did I forget to mention? I\u2019d love have your feedback. Cheers to a happy and safe holiday and fun crafting!<\/p>\n

    Image credits: <\/strong>digitizedchaos<\/a> via photopin<\/a> cc<\/a>, Urban Woodswalker<\/a> via photopin<\/a> cc<\/a>, Antoine Ruedisueli<\/a> via photopin<\/a> cc<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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