How to Decoupage a Coffee Can

Remove the label and adhesive from the coffee can., Sand down the sharp edges of the can.

2 Steps 1 min read Easy

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Remove the label and adhesive from the coffee can.

    The coffee can's label can be easily torn away with your fingers.

    To remove any remaining adhesive, soak the coffee can in hot soapy water.

    Then scrub the glue away with a scouring pad.
  2. Step 2: Sand down the sharp edges of the can.

    Metal coffee cans tend to have a sharp edge along the circular opening where the lid was removed.

    Use a sanding sponge to sand this sharp edge until it is dull enough to safely handle.

Detailed Guide

The coffee can's label can be easily torn away with your fingers.

To remove any remaining adhesive, soak the coffee can in hot soapy water.

Then scrub the glue away with a scouring pad.

Metal coffee cans tend to have a sharp edge along the circular opening where the lid was removed.

Use a sanding sponge to sand this sharp edge until it is dull enough to safely handle.

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