Introduction: Upcycling Limited Edition Design Cans

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This instructables show how to upcycling the limited edition design cans.

Step 1: 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.

Step 2: 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.

Step 3: 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...

Step 4: 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