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Mini Pool Table
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Tiny Friends
Imagine transforming those empty Altoids tins into pocket-sized playgrounds for adorable miniature felt animals! With some creative cutting and gluing, you can craft a cozy interior for a teeny-tiny bear or a petite bunny, complete with its own little furniture. It's not only an enchanting gift for a child but also a quirky desk companion that's sure to spark joy and conversation. And the best part? You can customize each tin to fit the personality of its new owner or your favorite animal. Cuteness overload is guaranteed!
LEGO on the Go
Mini Grill
Travel Bugs
Copper Plate Effect
Tooth Fairy Box
Paper City - Paris
Teddy in a Tin
Pintoid Camera
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Unlock the shutterbug in you by transforming a simple Altoids tin into this quirky and compact Pintoid camera. With a few modifications—drilling a pinhole, making a shutter, and adding some magnetic tape for film—you can capture enchanting lo-fi photographs that have that vintage analog feel. Whether it’s for a fun DIY project or to explore photography basics, this Pintoid camera is a charming way to upcycle those minty little boxes. Just load it with a roll of film, and you're ready to snap some unique, artsy shots that'll have all your friends marveling at your crafty ingenuity!
Robot
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Mini Herb Garden
Pocket Sized Shadow Box
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Mini Fairy Garden
Mini Succulent Garden
221B Baker St. / Sherlock Tin
Travel Watercolor Kit
Via Balzer Designs
Crafting a travel watercolor kit from an Altoids tin is a total game-changer for the artist on the go. Fill it with mini watercolor pans secured with a dash of adhesive, and you've got yourself a nifty, portable palette. Customize it by adding a tiny brush, and perhaps use the lid for mixing colors. Slip it into your pocket or purse, and you're ready to capture the world in washes and strokes whenever inspiration strikes. Balzer Designs showcases how such kits can be both functional and surprisingly chic.
Compliment Kit
LED Flashlight
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Alice in Wonderland Altered Altoid Tin
Solar Charger
Wall Art
Sewing Kit
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Vintage Suitcase, with Money!
Dr. Who Kit
For all the Whovians out there, this little project is a galactic win! You can transform a simple Altoids tin into a TARDIS that not only serves as a quirky piece of memorabilia but can also hold tiny treasures. Just a bit of blue paint, some crafty handiwork, and voilà – your very own pocket-sized portal to time and space. It’s an adorable nod to the Doctor Who universe and a brilliant way to showcase your fandom. So grab your sonic screwdriver (or a paintbrush), and get ready for some creative time-travel!
Squirrel Tree House
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Boo-Boo Box
Tea-to-go
Pop-up Photo Box
Mini Tool Kit
Camping Kit
Business Card Holder
Ice-skating Rink
Map Magnets in a Mapped Altoid Tin
Prayer Box
Turn a simple Altoids tin into a personal sanctuary of spirituality perfect for on-the-go reflections. By adding miniature prayer cards, photos, or inspirational quotes within, you create a portable reminder of faith and hope. It's like having a tiny confessional in your pocket or purse for those moments when you need a quick peace of mind. Whether you're seeking solace on a hectic day or sending up swift thanks, this Prayer Box keeps your spiritual connection close at hand. So easy, yet so profound.
Travel Doodle Kit
The Travel Doodle Kit is an ingenious solution for the on-the-go artist or a bored commuter looking to pass the time creatively. Tinier than a standard sketchpad, this compact kit houses mini pencils, a small pad of paper, and perhaps an eraser. It's perfect for capturing quick sketches while hiking or doodling on a long flight. Just slip this tiny treasure into your carry-on or pocket, and you're ready to document your adventurers artistically wherever life takes you. Plus, it's a charming, eco-friendly way to reuse those empty Altoids tins.
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