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SE: Altered Altoid Tin (Feb 2014)
Swap Coordinator:Paige1900 (contact)
Swap categories: Random Items  Boxes 
Number of people in swap:8
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:January 25, 2014
Date items must be sent by:February 25, 2014
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

Altoids are mint candies that come in a cool little tin. (I actually do not like the candies, but that is neither here nor there). These tins are great for storing little items suchs at pins, tacks, beads etc. So I thought it would be fun to alter one.

The measurements of the tin are:

  • 3-13/16" (9.68 cm) long
  • 2-7/16" (6.19 cm) wide
  • 3/4" (1.91 cm) deep

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Requirements:

  • 1 partner = 1 altered Altoid Tin

  • Sender's Choice

  • Any medium...NO STICKER SLAPPING (paints, alcohol inks, mod-podge, material etc are all fine)

  • Decorate the inside but keep it flat, so we can store items (these won't be shrines).

  • Add a little "tuck-in" for your partner...whatever you like that will fit in the tin. Does not have to be anything expensive, just a little something. (Again sender's choice)

  • Pack carefully, send on time and please use correct postage. (this is a requirement, not a suggestion).

Please be sure to let your tin dry over night (maybe 2 nights) so the packing won't stick to it.

Also as a little helpful tip...lightly rub your tin with a low grade sand paper to help the paint stick (or you could use a base coat of some type)

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Questions??? Comments??? Concerns??? ...just ask. : )

Discussion

spotteddogs 12/24/2013 #

Ooooh, I want to try one of these, too!!!

Snuggles555 01/ 8/2014 #

One of my favorite crafts to do.

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