Upcycling Limited Edition Design Cans
This instructables show how to upcycling the limited edition design cans.
3D Print Can Holder & Protector
Please download and print the Can holder and protector from thingiverse:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5613337
The aluminum can is very light, the can holder help the can stand firm on the desk; The can protector hide the shape edge and protect your fingers.
Remove the Can Top Cover
BEWARE SHAPE EDGE HURTS!!
Since it has a limited edition design print on the can, we will not cut the body. So I only remove the can top cover.
Note:
- Beware shape edge hurts!!
- Use some masking tape protect the can before using the can opener.
- Remove the can top cover perfectly is not easy, it is recommended practice with some normal cans first.
- Put on the can protector as soon as you cut the top cover.
Usage
With the aids of can holder, the can can stand firm on the desk, you can use it as:
- Pencil holder
- Tools holder
- Flower vase
- Plant pot
- Just a collection décor -_-
- and more...
Extra: Limited Edition Can Box
The aluminum can also can become a can box, but it requires a special modified can opener. Please see the above video for more details.
The can cover edge 3D model can download and print at thingiverse:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5640472