I’m at it again . . . trying to figure out fun ways to repurpose empty mint tins! I’ve already had a chance to try out my mint tin sewing kit, so this time I decided to make one into a game.
(1) Decorate the top with a tic-tac-toe symbol using paint, scrapbook paper, tape, ribbon, or fabric with embroidery (my choice!).
(2) Find five each of two different colors of buttons.
(3) Glue magnets on the buttons.
(4) You’re ready to play . . . perfect for home, the car, or restless little ones at a restaurant or waiting room.
Click the photo for a larger view, here for the super-cute version at Art + Baja that gave me the idea, here for a tic-tac-toe game made of felt, and here for another wonderful mint tin craft by Look What Mommy Made! ♥
PILLOWS A-LA-MODE 
This is so cute!!! It would make a great stocking stuffer.
What a great idea! I’m definitely stocking up (pun intended!) on mints! 🙂
Very cute and I love Alex’s idea as well!
I love that idea, too! 🙂
What a great idea! It would just the thing to stop that “Are we there yet?” syndrome from setting in.
You’re right!!! Wouldn’t we all love to have a dollar for every time we’ve heard that question! 🙂
love it!
Thank you, Jennie! 🙂
This is adorable 😀 You already have me thinking what other games could be made miniature in a mint tin… hmmm xXx
Me, too!!! If you come up with any, make them and post them so I can try them, too, okay? 🙂
will do xXx
Too cute!…Great idea…Love magnetizing the buttons…~mkg
Thank you! Now I can’t decide whether to keep it in my purse to play with the grandkids or give it away! 🙂
how cute is this !! Now I know what to do with all my little tins, will make great stocking stuffers !! Thanks for being so creative
Thank you, Ponytail! And I’ll bet you come up with some fun new uses, too! 🙂
i have the exact same tin! i use mine to keep sticks of charcoal in and then put it inside my pencil case, so much less mess!
What a great idea! If you write a post about your mint tin uses, let me know so I can add a link! 🙂
ok 🙂
Another super idea!
Thank you! I can’t wait to try it out with one of the sweet kiddos in the family! 🙂
What a good idea! Thanks!
You’re very welcome! Now I need to think of some other games that will work with mint tins! 🙂
Love it – I bet I could make these for a Sunday school class at our church.
What a wonderful idea!!! I love the way they incorporate nature into home. I’m sure you could come up with a great lesson to go with the project, too. 🙂
I can’t believe I just saw this…. I have been saving altoid tins for a few months now and just made my first “card” with it. I love this idea too. I’ll be blogging about my tin, it was so fun to make and I just have TONS of ideas for more.
Be sure to message me when you post your blog so I can add it here! And I can’t WAIT to see what all you make! I’ll be copycatting you for sure! 🙂
That is such a great idea! 🙂
Thank you! I’m collecting mint tin ideas, so let me know if you think of anything! 🙂
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Hi Ya –
Thanks so much for the “like” on my post right after I posted I was going to send you a message letting you know I mentioned you in there and also provided a link to your altoid tin make over too.
happy Crafting!
Thank you! And happy crafting to you, too! 🙂
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What a cute idea….Love it!!! 😀 ( what’s up with me??? i’m addicted to smileys!!!!) 🙂
Thank you! It has come in handy many times at restaurants with restless little ones! 🙂