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1. 

   Heat an altoids tin on a stove burner for a few minutes. The tin should go black and the logo will eventually be burned off.

2. 

   Let the tin has cool down (running it under a tap will cool it instantly).

3. 

   Cut shapes out of the front part on the tin. Stars and hearts are good shapes to use. You can decorate this by stringing wire between the shape and putting little beads on to the wire.

4. 

   

   Decorate the inside with special things. Use gems, dried flowers or anything that means something special. Write a little letter or stick photos in it. The perfect way to keep all those memories in one place.

By Holly B.

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Jenni

Feb 24, 2006 9:18pm ago

Should you heat the tin directly over the stove?

Cat Morley

Jun 10, 2006 12:30am

Yeah, directly above the stove.

Cat Morley

Jun 10, 2006 12:31am

Just tin cutters but you could use some heavy duty scissors.

dana

Jun 10, 2006 2:27am ago

what do you use to cut the shapes out?

f.

Aug 22, 2006 2:22am ago

this is a brilliant tutorial, so easy yet to effective! thanks :) i am going to try it soon, i kust hope i don't burn the house down!

Angelique

Feb 15, 2007 1:10pm ago

Thats so cute i have to try and make this

opposites-girl

Dec 5, 2007 1:48am

this will make a nice romantic gift for my other half :D

Lady Lolita

Dec 24, 2007 10:40am

(annoying scream) This is great! Now... who do I know who needs one?

Bella J.

Apr 13, 2008 5:52pm

I am gonna make one!!!!