I bought an old milk can years ago at a garage sale. I always meant to do something with it, but never really had the time. Well, fast forward a few years. My porch is bare and my husband is trying to throw away my milk can when we're cleaning out the garage. A light bulb goes off and I rescue it from his clutches. A little black paint here, a vinyl decal there, and voila! My boring, dingy milk can was transformed into something eye-catching and welcoming for my porch! Want to know how I did it? Read the steps below!
Easy steps:
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Buy a vinyl decal from Trading Phrases! Here's the one I started with.
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Get a hold of an old milk can. .
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Paint the milk can any color you want. However, we recommend a paint that prevents rust.
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Wait at least 24 hours after the paint is dry for the it to cure, then apply the decal onto the milk can.
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(Optional) Seal your decal by brushing on water-based polyurethane. I didn't do this, but you may want to if it is going to see a lot of unforgiving weather. It will help your project last longer!
You don't have to stick with 'welcome' either. Consider adding a monogram, a house number, or a family motto to the can. I'm still trying to decide what to do with the other side, so stay tuned for the B side transformation coming to a blog near you!
ps. You can find the wine quote here...
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