DIY, DIY Crafts, DIY Decor, DIY Paint Projects, Paint Transformations, Upcycled Projects · May 26, 2014

DIY Dog Food Storage Bin {from an old popcorn tin!}

HELLO THERE! Today I am popping into show you what is one of my absolute favorite projects and it was so, so easy. As you know, we have been working on our kitchen makeover, and I knew it wouldn't be complete without a project focused on our sweet dog, Titan. So, I created a pretty dog food storage bin for him. The best part is that I did it for $0!

Before I tell you how I made my dog food storage bin, I have to take you back several years. It was Christmas time and my firm was receiving lots of client gifts, which included a lot of food deliveries. One client sent some yummy popcorn, that came in a large, round, gold tin. When it was empty, someone was about to throw out the tin, but I saved it in the nick of time. In that moment, I had no idea what I would do with it. After getting home, however, I realized it would be a nice way to store Titan's food. It stayed the original gold color until this past weekend. Now, it is orange and fabulous. Read on to learn how to make your own. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.

Materials Need to Create a DIY Dog Food Storage Bin:

An old popcorn tin, or other metal container (this one from Amazon would work well}
Two colors of spray paint
Top sealer coat
Craft stickers

Steps to Create a DIY Dog Food Storage Bin:

1) Clean and dry your tin well.

2) Spray paint the portion of your tin that you plan to place your lettering in a dark color. I used oil rubbed bronze spray paint, since I already had that on had. Allow it to dry.

3) Place your craft stickers to spell out whatever words you want on your tin. I originally wanted to spell out “Titan,” but I didn't have the letters that I needed and didn't have time to go to the store, so I had to use whatever stickers I already had one hand.

4) Now spray paint the entire tin with your second color. I used orange. Be sure to paint right over the craft letters. Again, I had the orange spray paint already.

5) Once your paint has dried, peel the letters off.

6) Coat your entire tin with a protective, clear top coat. Yep, you guessed it, we already had that, too, from my orange lacquer tray project.

That's it! Isn't that simple, and I seriously love how it turned out. I am actually glad that I didn't have the letters to spell out Titan because I think the “dog food” in two different sizes and fonts is more interesting and fun! Just wait unit you see how cute it looks in our kitchen. REVEAL COMING THIS WEEK!!!!

What do you think? When is the last time you had one of those old popcorn tins? Are you going to save the next one you get your hands on so that you can make one of these for your beloved pet?

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Comments

Victoria says
May 3, 2015 at 11:34 pm
Are you concerned at all with the spray paint residue being harmful or somehow coming in contact with the food? I want to do this as well but wasn’t sure of the risk!
- Tasha A. says
  May 14, 2015 at 8:21 pm
  I wasn’t worried about it, Victoria, but you could stuff the inside full of plastic bags to prevent the paint from getting inside. I hope that helps!
Sarah at Journeys of The Zoo says
November 15, 2014 at 9:30 pm
Love it. With two big dogs, we always have ugly bags of dog food everywhere and them eating out of plastic containers. Time to change that.
Besos, Sarah
Journeys of The Zoo
Courtney @ Crafts by Courtney says
November 10, 2014 at 8:14 am
What a fun idea!! I really need to do this for my dog. The kids a always getting in the bag of dog food and pulling it out. Looks like such a fun and easy craft.
- Tasha A. says
  November 11, 2014 at 11:01 am
  Thank you, Courtney! It is fun and easy, and so much prettier than a bag of dog food. Have fun with it!
Amy | Canary Street Crafts says
November 10, 2014 at 8:02 am
Love how this turned out! Perfect for reusing old popcorn tins!
- Tasha A. says
  November 11, 2014 at 11:01 am
  Thanks so much, Amy!
Amanda {Burlap & Babies} says
June 19, 2014 at 11:12 pm
Love this! I’ve had an empty popcorn container laying around hoping to do this one day. This was just the motivation I needed. Would love it if you shared this at our Motivational Monday party on Burlap and Babies!
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- Tasha A. says
  June 20, 2014 at 9:40 pm
  Thanks so much, Amanda! And thanks for the invitation. LOVE your blog name :)
Kelley @Miss Information Blog says
June 11, 2014 at 12:49 pm
Hey Tasha, just wanted to let you know your project will be my favorite feature tonight at 8:30 on Cook it! Craft it! Share it! Congrats and please come link up again!
- Tasha A. says
  June 11, 2014 at 10:30 pm
  Thank you so much, Kelley! Love your party and I am honored to have been featured!
Katie @ Upcycled Treasures says
June 7, 2014 at 10:01 am
This is so clever! I wish I had an old popcorn in lying around! I may just have to keep an eye our for some I can use later :) Pinned!
- Tasha A. says
  June 8, 2014 at 9:52 pm
  LOL! Thank you, Katie! I bet you can get your hands on one during the holidays. Popcorn in tins seems to be abundant that time of year :)
Rhiana (Fellow SITS") says
May 27, 2014 at 10:09 pm
I totally want to make this! I just need to find the popcorn tin…
- Tasha A. says
  May 28, 2014 at 6:17 pm
  Hi Rhiana! Glad you like it. I bet popcorn tins will be easy to find around the holidays. You may even be able to order them on Amazon now. Thanks so much for stopping by from SITS!
Stephanie @ The Styled Soul says
May 26, 2014 at 9:24 am
Hey Tasha! This is such a great idea!! I may have to make one of these for my furry baby. Much nicer to look at than the bag.
- Tasha A. says
  May 26, 2014 at 3:58 pm
  Thank you, Stephanie! Love the name of your blog. Heading your way now!