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Friday, August 16, 2013

Tea Tin Organizer

Last week, while wandering around the flea market, I spotted a table of vintage tea tins.  The $3 price tag on this Richelieu Green Tea container, convinced me it needed to come home with me and be transformed into an organizer for the refrigerator.


To make one of your own, gather the following supplies:  tin tea container, heavy duty magnet and J B Weld (or E-6000).


Use your adhesive and secure the magnet to the back of the tea tin. 


Stick it to your refrigerator.


Then, get organized!



*Notice the fortune cookie fortune on the fridge?  Apparently, someone with blue eyes admires me...which is a good thing because both Grace and Mr. While Wearing Heels have blue eyes.  It's a good reminder that I am admired and that they should continue to admire me :).
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16 comments:

  1. Mel@Mellywood's MansionAugust 16, 2013 at 5:41 AM

    Oh I'm so jealous I used to collect everything related to tea and my whole collection went missing during a house move, I was so heart broken I never started again, awesome craft. I think I need a reminder to all 6 of the blued people I share a home with that I'm worthy of admiration :)

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  2. Amy@BuffaloRoamAugust 16, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    You are a genius. I have an old cigar tin of similar shape... I should do this!!

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  3. mwimpAugust 16, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    I luv it!! I've been on the lookout for some of these ever since I saw the tin, but in somewhat good condition here they are close to $10-$15!! looks better than I imagined!!

    PS. I have blue eyes and admire you - add one more!

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  4. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageAugust 16, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    This is a fabulous idea Amy! Love it! Even though I have green eyes, I still do admire you.

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  5. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapAugust 16, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    that is really cute. I need something like that to hold pencils and paper!!

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  6. Heather @ The Beating HearthAugust 16, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Love this. I have thought about making these before, but just never have, but it would be nice to have a pen handy at all times...as long as everybody put the pen back.

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  7. Estelle Grace TudorAugust 16, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    Fab idea, love the tin - looks so pretty. I'm surrounded by blue eyed admirers too ;)

    Hugs, Estelle xx

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  8. Full Circle CreationsAugust 16, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    Cute idea! And they should continue to admire you! :)

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  9. MaysemAugust 16, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Great idea... you just gave me an idea! Thanks for the inspiration. :D

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  10. Danni@SiloHillFarmAugust 17, 2013 at 3:02 AM

    THat has to be the easiest, cleverest project ever! love it!

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  11. The Thriftiness MissAugust 17, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    This is SO cute Amy! Not to mention functional :) My mom has a ton of old tins. I'm not sure any of them are tea tins but I'm sure something she has will work for one of these. Great project!

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  12. Tara @ SuburbleAugust 17, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I love tea tins - so of course, I love this organizer SO much! I need more little organizational spaces (especially in the kitchen) - I'm going to have to keep my eyes open for some vintage tins the next time I go antique-ing.

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  13. Carla from The RiverAugust 17, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    I think I need to go shopping with you. You find the best stuff. :-)

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  14. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomesticationAugust 17, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Such a genius idea! And it's super cute!

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  15. AnonymousAugust 19, 2013 at 2:27 AM

    Wow! This is a great idea! You are so creative Amy!

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  16. Di JinxAugust 19, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    Amy,
    How smart! I love it when you make super cheap stuff for us:)When you do, everyone can "afford" to be inspired! Thanks Amy.

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