Rustic décor with a stylish flair can often come with a high price tag at home retailers, especially when it comes to wall-mounted containers for decoration or storage. These units typically include compartments like cubbies, bins, or pockets, perfect for neatly organizing everything from plants and greenery to mail and bathroom essentials. However, a creative YouTube tutorial from Our Upcycled Life demonstrates how you can effortlessly transform a scrap wood sheet and two empty coffee tins into a charming planter or organizer that combines both style and functionality.
This DIY project offers numerous customization possibilities, allowing you to personalize it to fit your home’s aesthetic. It’s an adorable way to repurpose empty coffee cans, giving them a new life instead of discarding them. In the video, the DIYer transforms the cans into a rustic planter for faux greenery. This ingenious DIY also provides an attractive spot for storing mail in your entryway or organizing small kitchen utensils. It’s ideal for bathroom storage, holding washcloths or hair accessories near the sink. Additionally, it can be used for home office organization, storing coffee bar accessories above your coffee setup, or holding items like remotes and game controllers near the TV.
Creating a Coffee Can Planter or Organizer
To craft this delightful wall unit, start by preparing your piece of scrap wood. Any size will suffice, either as-is or cut to your desired dimensions. The dimensions of the wood plank and the coffee cans will dictate the overall size of your DIY project. Begin by removing the labels and the bottom of the can using a can opener, then flatten the can into a pocket shape. You can use a vise if available, or simply use your hands and a mallet. Ensure the can’s seam is located at the back, where it will be concealed by the wood. Punch or drill a small hole at the top along the seam, where you will attach the can to the wood with a screw.
There are countless customization options for this pocket organizer. The tutorial suggests priming and painting the cans, adding vinyl transfers for fun messages. You might also consider adding hand-painted details, stenciling, wooden or die-cut appliques, or decorative stickers. For added pattern or texture, try decoupaging the cans with ephemera or napkins, or covering them with peel-and-stick wallpaper. The scrap wood plank is an excellent canvas for adding decorative touches with wood-burning tools or paint. In a coffee bar or kitchen, consider sourcing vintage cans to showcase their original labels for an authentic touch.
