There’s no reason to toss out old soup containers when there are so many Brilliant ideas for reusing metal cans around the house. Instead of washing and recycling family-sized soup cans, hold on to them for a unique but clever home storage solution. All you need are three empty metal tins to start a triangle-shaped and multi-tiered bottle rack for countertops. The diameter of the soup can is large enough to match most standard wine bottles, so it can be used as a personal storage pocket.
such as An adorable DIY that turns empty cans into craft organizersThis idea has endless customization potential. YouTuber Homeedit ® No additional decor is added to their project, so the bottle rack has a modern, industrial look. However, you can choose additional materials to accessorize your piece, such as paint, twine, decoupage, peel-and-stick paper, and other stick-on embellishments. Aside from optional embellishments, this clever DIY requires only one tool: a hot glue gun.
This idea is particularly smart because it is so straightforward yet practical for organizational purposes. You can add as many soup cans as you need, building the organizer to grow your personal wine collection as well. It can also be used for storage outside of the wine rack. Also keep kitchen utensils, rolled-up towels and kitchen ingredients. The round pocket is perfect for tucking in a variety of bottles filled with vinegar, oil and other cooking sauces, and you can slide it into any corner, putting these items within easy reach for dishes and meals.
How to make a customized bottle rack from soup cans
This A simple DIY storage solution will keep countertops clutter-free In just a few steps. Start by completely removing the top and bottom of the soup can with a can opener. Be sure to sand down the sharp edges with a small hammer, metal file, or rotary tool. Also thoroughly clean all food debris and sticky labels using warm water and dish soap.
Once the soup can is ready, start the DIY. Place each can horizontally, and use a long line of hot glue to stick them together. Press them onto a flat back surface as you glue them together to make sure they line up perfectly, creating a pyramid shape as you work your way up. Always have more cans at the bottom and load them from the bottom up to keep the build strong.
If you want to mask the natural silver surface of the cans, paint, decoupage, or wrap them in bark-and-wood before hot-gluing them together. Additional accents like stick-on rhinestones or twine edging can be added later, as they can get in the way when hot-gluing each piece together. Try to match the wine rack with the rest of your interior so that it complements your space. If you have stainless steel appliances in a minimalist or modern kitchen, keeping the rack in its natural state with the silver-colored cans will better fit your kitchen’s aesthetic. On the other hand, if your space has a more farmhouse or boho-inspired look, you’ll want to tailor the rack to match the surrounding decor. When dressed appropriately, this bottle holder is also perfect for places outside of kitchen countertops, such as on a dining room buffet or sideboard table.
