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Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Discarded cans actually have many uses. Men sometimes smoke at home and when there is no ashtray, the ash will stain the floor. So today we are going to transform the can into a practical ashtray. Let’s take a look at a very simple method.
Materials/Tools:
1. A can, beer bottle, or Sprite bottle are all acceptable.

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

2. A pair of scissors, preferably Sharper and easier to use

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Method steps:
1 . Divide the can into two parts. The upper part with the opening can only be used about 5cm. The longer the lower part is, the larger the capacity will be. Haha, I almost split it in the middle.

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

2. Pick up the part with the opening and cut it into 2-3mm wide wire shape. Cut until the diameter is reduced. Generally, the total number of cuts is best to be a multiple of 6 or 8. I cut it randomly, and it happened to be a multiple of 6.

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

3. After cutting, fold it out 90 degrees Spend

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

4. Start braiding twists
A. Fold the adjacent two pieces in half first.

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

B, and the outer two

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

C. I folded six strips in total. Of course, eight strips are also acceptable, so the shape of the petals will be larger.

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

D. After folding, fold the excess The length is hidden on the back and trimmed with scissors

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

5. After everything is compiled, Put it on top of the lower part and it becomes a smokeAshtray. Beautiful, practical, hehe

Illustrated method of DIY handmade ashtray from cans

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