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Oatmeal Container Crafts

Find many craft projects using oatmeal cans. A great way to craft green and recycle cardboard oatmeal containers.

Homemade Drum or Bongo Craft

Make a pretend drum using items you probably have around the house.

Recycled Bunny Craft

Diane explains how you can create a cute bunny craft by recycling any container with a lid. Diane used an instant, flavored coffee can but you can use any container that has a lid. Your finished bunny can be used to hold Easter treats!

Recycled Piggy Bank Craft

This piggy bank craft is a fun way to recycle an oatmeal container, nut can or potato chip cylinder. It is also a good way to motivate kids to save money.

Valentine's Day Card Collector Can Craft

Follow these directions and create a personalized Valentine's day card mailbox using an oatmeal or similar container.

Canadian Wind Sock Craft

You can make a Canadian wind sock from an oatmeal box, construction paper, string, and crepe paper streamers.

Hotdog Roaster

Learn how to cook a hotdog using tin foil, an empty oatmeal container, and a few other supplies.

Kitchen Untensil Holder

Decorate an oatmeal container and use it on your kitchen counter.

Oatmeal Can Basket

Make a cute little basket great for gifts or decorating.

Patriotic Wind Sock Craft

You can make a patriotic wind sock from an oatmeal box, construction paper, string, and crepe paper streamers.

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