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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

painted trinket container

This project is intended for kids ages 6+. It is time to get organised and what a great way to put a child friendly spin to the organisation. Paint some plastic jars and fill them with the little trinkets and treasures!
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Print Project

Step 1

Remove the lid of your plastic jar and set aside.
TIP: This is a great project for recycling!

Step 2

Paint the outside of your container and let dry.

Step 3

Now, paint stripes, polka dots or any other patterns you like on the outside of your plastic jar. Let dry.
TIP: Dip the back end of a paintbrush into paint and use to add small polka dots or a round sponge brush to add large polka dots.

Step 4

Paint the lid to match or coordinate with your jar. Let dry.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Metallic Paint Brushes by Creatology®

    Item # 10347497 
    Buy 2 Get 1 Free - Add 3 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy two items at regular price & get the third of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $5.49
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Plastic Storage Jar by ArtMinds™, 8 oz.

    Item # 10526137 
    $1.99
    *No additional coupons or discounts may be applied.
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    20000629
    You’ll Need: 1

    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

    Item # 10371004 
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    $1.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
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    +More Options
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    20000629
    You’ll Need: 1

    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

    Item # 10371019 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $1.99
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
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    20000629
    You’ll Need: 1

    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

    Item # 10371046 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $1.99
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
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    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
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    +More Options
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    20000629
    You’ll Need: 1

    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

    Item # 10371041 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $1.99
    • Color: Pacific Coast
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Pacific Coast
    • Size: 2 oz
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    • Color: Pacific Coast
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    1/2" Foam Stippler Set by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10046395 
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    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $7.99
 
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Instructions
Step 1

Remove the lid of your plastic jar and set aside.
TIP: This is a great project for recycling!

Step 2

Paint the outside of your container and let dry.

Step 3

Now, paint stripes, polka dots or any other patterns you like on the outside of your plastic jar. Let dry.
TIP: Dip the back end of a paintbrush into paint and use to add small polka dots or a round sponge brush to add large polka dots.

Step 4

Paint the lid to match or coordinate with your jar. Let dry.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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