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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 organized and what a great way to put a child friendly spin to the organization. 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 
    Pricing and Availability May Vary In Stores
    $5.50
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Plastic Storage Jar by ArtMinds™, 8 oz.

    Item # 10526137 
    $1.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

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

    Item # 10371004 
    $1.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    red-label-acrylic-paint
    You’ll Need: 1

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

    Item # 10371019 
    $1.99
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: Honey Mustard
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    red-label-acrylic-paint
    You’ll Need: 1

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

    Item # 10371046 
    $1.99
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    red-label-acrylic-paint
    You’ll Need: 1

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

    Item # 10371041 
    $1.99
    • Color: Pacific Coast
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: Pacific Coast
    • Size: 2 oz
    +More Colors
    • 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 
    $7.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Blunt Tip Scissors

    Item # 10268872 
    $3.49
 
You’ll Also Need
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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