Also keeping a dollar in it is a great way to fix if the outer rim is punctured. Dec 15, 2016 the strong, distinct flavor of altoids and its recognizable tin packaging have allowed the brand to thrive in a category that is cluttered with competitors. Emergency candle this instructable goes step by step on how to make an emergency candle in an altoids tin. And its really functional, built with an 8core 80mhz. Hmm ive got an altoids tin emergency kit floating around somewhere in the bottom of my purse. When i set out to make my own altoids tin guitar, i decided to make an instructable out of it. I got this idea from the original altoids guitar posted by bumpus. Store your bicycle tire patch kit in an altoids tin. The urban prepper has a very cool urban survival tin. In this tutorial, ill walk you through creating a vintage altoids tin book using chipboard and two altoids tins. Geeks make tools and the rest of us make pretties, spookies, and oddities anyway, ive been working on my tin for swapping and even though i know what image i want to use as the background, i cut out the picture three times before decided i. The first problem with altering most altoids tins these days is the embossed lid. With 12 recloseable tins, youll have enough mints to last a long time. Altoids tin projects crazy genius things you can do with.
However, book reports can be a great way to engage your students in critical. Altoids may be associated with grandfathers, but the tins they come in are a great size for pocket toys. It lists the 35 mm as a micro and then describes a small as holds logbook and small items. Dec 18, 2007 for me, the secrets are in getting the dimensions of the rectangles for the top, bottom, and insides of the tin. Apr 05, 2012 in this tutorial, ill walk you through creating a vintage altoids tin book using chipboard and two altoids tins. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Note the mini binoculars book and vial of birdseed in the tin that complete. Altoids ive joined an altered mint tin swap over at. Simply click on the project title to be taken to the step by step tutorial. Mint tin book report creative book report, book report projects. Altoids tin projects crazy genius things you can do with an empty tin. The fun part of this project is that by hinging two tins together it creates niches that you can load up with all kinds of embellishments. If you have one or a giant stack left over, try one of these projects to put it to good use.
Allpurpose card holder from an altoids tin i always have trouble tossing empty altoids cases, because they make the perfect mini containers for so many little things. Altoids candy comes in a variety of small, sturdy metal tins that invite creative reuse. Jul 30, 2009 red ferret points us to this eeeetty bitty computer stashed inside an altoids tin. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Product description this is a book report that fits inside of an empty altoids mint tin. A whole computer inside an altoids tin video treehugger. Diy altered altoids tin this is an extremely detailed tutorial on how to create a whimsical art piece from start to finish. If you have family members like i do that cant get enough of the mints, then you might want to try making your own candies with this recipe. In addition to the common mint tin, you will also want to have some fine line markers for this project.
This post shows just some of what you can make with an altoids tin. Altering tins is a pretty common practice in both the geek and craftyartsy world. Since an altoids tin is big enough to hold an actual albeit small memo book not just rolled up paper and still has room for small items it fits more into the brief description of a small cache on the report page. Most survival tins only have things you would need to survive a disaster.
Steel striker with minimatch magnesium fire starter. Tutorial making an altoids tin book artfully musing. I have been looking for other altoids tin projects and i came up with a simple tictactoe travel game that takes only a few minutes to make. Which is when i discovered that i had three tins and three sets of dimensions. Jan 09, 2015 altoids theyve been around since king george iii was on the throne. I am including a photo below that you are welcome to print out and reuse as part of your own tictactoe travel game. Putting a wii portable into an altoids tin boing boing. Altoids tin as a christmas ornament that looks like vintage. Altoids tin as a christmas ornament that looks like. As i didnt want to buy anything, i plopped three altoids tins on my work bench, got out my calipers and went to measuring. If you dont have anyone in your life that eats altoids, you can buy crafting tins on amazon. I tend not to throw away old candles, even when theyve burned down and are. Mints tin template mint tin crafts, mint tins, tin art. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to.
Editorial content, on principle, can not be bought or influenced. But if what you have is a regular tin that has the embossed lid, you can easily take care of the problem. If your kids always complain when its time to write a book report show them this altoid tin project, because these book reports are as creative as they get. Check out this greener business show video tutorial on how to make a portable solar powered usb charger with an led flashlight inside an altoids. Keep a prayer box in your pocket at all times by repurposing an old altoids tin all you need are a few craft supplies and an empty altoids container.
It is a very cute project, yet can be used with any book and follows the ccss. Altoids classic peppermint breath mints singles size 1. This video shows how you if youre far more techsavvy than i can create an altoid tin sized computer. Think of a onepager as a visual book report a cross between a collage and doodle notes. The term book report has developed a lackluster connotation, at best. If youre looking for a pocket survival kit or container, this is the tin you want. Our hinged containers can also be used for all sorts of crafts, mosaics, sewing kits and for other projects.
Browse altoids tin crafts, patterns and tutorials on, an online crafting community. And when i realized they were the ideal size for holding credit cards and business cards, the diy light bulb went off flashing in my head. Mint tin book reports are a perfect project that you can easily incorporate into your instruction. Red ferret points us to this eeeetty bitty computer stashed inside an altoids tin.
This project was inspired by the book, mini weapons of mass destruction 2. For me, the secrets are in getting the dimensions of the rectangles for the top, bottom, and insides of the tin. These curiously strong mints have had a storied history, a copy of which is included in every tin. It cant be aimed like a mirror, though, so polishing the lid is a. The altoids tin is something of a gold standard for teenyweeny casemodders, artists, campers and other ingenious makertypes. To keep all3dp free and independent, we finance ourselves through advertising and affiliate revenues. Make a survival kit out of an altoids tin and two more lifesaving diy projects multipurpose from left to right. The whole blanket wont fit in the tin, but then i do have a whole blanket in my day pack at all times. You can purchase blank tins, in which case this wont be an issue. Today were making a catapult fully contained inside of an altoids tin. These blank tins are almost a perfect copy of the well known altoids or candy tin. It cant be aimed like a mirror, though, so polishing the lid is a good idea. But if what you have is a regular tin that has the embossed. May 29, 2018 today were making a catapult fully contained inside of an altoids tin.
Then theres shank, who is documenting their project to shrink down. The village schools rising 6th grade reading packet. While altoids remains one of the top brands in the breath mint category, the brand has slipped to third in category sales. Mar 11, 2019 upcycle an altoids tin or mint tin into a mini suitcase or vintage luggage to use as a christmas ornament or gift for travel lovers with this diy idea. Tiny library filled with wee books and a deep, dark, secret filled w photos built in a tin of altoids for the wicked vices altered tin swap by a crafters.
Attach the magnetic pincushion to the left side of the lid, then attach a second magnet to hold extra pins and needles while you work to the right side. If you would like to see a few close ups of the book andor you would like more info on the products i used. I used mounting tape, to give the cell model a 3d effect. However, book reports can be a great way to engage your students in critical and creative. How to make a portable solar powered usb charger with altoids. Additionally, media spending has been sporadic over the past five. I recall candy empire also sells allens xxx mints in a bag which are pretty good too. Use your altoids tin to make a miniature book report found it here sunny mix if your kids always complain when its time to write a book report show them this altoid tin project, because these book reports are as creative as they get. Once youve collected your tins, youre ready to craft. Accordion book in an altoid tin with lynn parker youtube. These curiously strong altoids curiously strong mints, cinnamon, 1. This is a book report that fits inside of an empty altoids mint tin.
Open the tin of these altoids mints and chew into the strong flavor for fresher breath. Its made up of things an urban dweller might find useful on a day to day basis. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I had so much fun creating this accordion book in an altoid tin. After writing about mint tin book reports, i was flooded with other ideas on how these little tins could be used in the classroom. Solar emergency radio there are a lot of projects you can do with solar and an altoids tin. Insert pins and embroidery needles into the white rectangle on the front of the organizer, put a thimble in the loop, then snap the needle threader into place. See more ideas about altered tins, tin art and mint tins. Make a survival kit out of an altoids tin and two more lifesaving diy projects fire and light from left to right. Freshen up with a curiously strong cinnamon flavor get a boost of goodbreath confidence with altoids breath mints the original, celebrated mint always has your back package includes 12 individual packs, 1.
Tiny, light and infinitely transportable, this affordable little kit might save your life in an emergency. Altoids tin projects crazy genius things you can do with an. Contains 2 needles, thread, safety pins, strike anywhere matches, waterproof matches, bandaids, canopenerblade, tylenol, aspirin, tinfoil, 2 yards flagging tape, 3 yards paracord, 1 yard duct tape, and a whistlecompass. Altoids classic peppermint breath mints singles size. Polymer clay how to wrap an altoids tin tutorial duration. Dec 19, 2019 browse altoids tin crafts, patterns and tutorials on, an online crafting community. However, book reports can be a great way to engage your students in critical and creative thinking, especially with this little twist. The tire levers may have to live outside the tin, but its about the right size for a few patches, a tube of adhesive, a rasp or bit of sandpaper, and a bit of chalk good for marking a puncture once you find it.
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