Decorating Paint cans

[Tolkien4me]

Does anyone have any brilliant ideas on wrapping paper around gallon size paint cans? My friend and I tried it and had big problems adhering paper around the handles. They look so cute when finished but was very time consuming. Any tips appreciated.
Ruth Z

[cardsbyanita]

I measured and marked the distance between the top of the can and the top of the circle. Then, I cut a circle with my circle cutter. I made a "template" first and then traced it onto the paper I wanted to use...it was thinner than cardstock.
HTH
Anita

[suthnheart]

Here's a pdf file I made to keep me straight when I made mine. HTH!

[Tolkien4me]

Bless you for the quick replies. Can't wait to try the instructins. That's basically how we did it on our own but exact measurements help. Hey, we're really close. I'm in Gainesville GA

[suthnheart]

No way, Ruth! That's so cool! There are several of us from the area on here; we'll have to plan a get-together after school starts. Wouldn't that be fun?! BTW, did you take pics of the cans so we can all see?

[Tolkien4me]

Awesome. Are you going to convention?
I didn't take pictures but should have. My friend took them home and gave them as gifts immediately. I happened to use carpet tape as well. Great minds think alike. Maybe I'll make some more this week and will post the pics.

[suthnheart]

No, I can't go this year! But for certain next year! Are you going?

[camsmom]

This has nothing to do with paint cans, but Ruth Z when I read your tagline I laughed out loud-thanks for the late night chuckle!