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Embossed Metal Watering Can


by DoItYourself Staff

what you'll need

  • Brass Metal Tooling Foil (36 gauge)
  • Galvanized Metal Watering Can (or other galvanized container)
  • Silicone Sealant
  • Metal embossing tool
  • Wood stylus
  • Scissors
  • Craft foam
  • Masking tape
  • Embossing patterns

Instructions for Each Embossed Medallion

  1. Cut a 4" x 5" piece of brass tooling foil; tape edges of metal down on sheet of craft foam.
  2. Choose pattern; center and tape on top of tooling foil. Using stylus or embossing tool, trace pattern and cutting line onto metal foil; remove pattern. Emboss areas to desired depth. Cut out medallion on cutting lines.
  3. Use silicone sealant to glue embossed medallion to galvanized container; allow to dry according to manufacturer directions.

Designer Tips and Variations

  • Add embossed metal medallions to any galvanized metal container such as tubs, buckets, vases, etc.
  • Reduce or enlarge embossing patterns as desired to fit on any size container.

by Kelley Taylor for CreatingHomeDecor.com

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