Here’s my contribution to Christmas in July. I made an altered tin that sits on top of a cubbie filled with miniature cookie cutters backed with silver glitter scrapbook paper. The entire thing sits on a chipboard base. Anyone who needs a refresher on altering an altoid tin I am happy to refer you to Rackcoo’s excellent tutorial .
I made snowman assemblies by glueing beads onto round toothpicks. The top hat and base are both painted wood turnings.
They look happy in their little holiday sweaters! Those beads can be found here if you want to source some. Happy crafting!
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Oh, dear. This is so delightful! Thanks for sharing the construction behind those darling snowfolks.
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Thank you! I’ve made Halloween versions before, they are super fun.
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I am so happy to see people are still altering Altoid tins! This is so cheerful. I can imagine it sitting on a mantle display.
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Thanks! There were some AMAZING altered tin swaps back in the day on Craftster! Working with one makes me smile.
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I very much remember- I received a few in swaps!
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Tapestry
July 12, 2026, 10:45pm
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This is absolutely wonderful! So many details and care taken.
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Love this! It’s always a pleasure when you visit, @MissingWillow !!!
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That’s so sweet, thank you! I’ve just not had much to share lately (but am already working on a few Halloween projects).
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endymion
July 13, 2026, 2:28pm
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So super cute! Your overall layout and the little details make this so special. Love the windowpanes and the snowmen… really, everything about it.
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gozer
July 13, 2026, 3:23pm
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How in the heck do you make random beads look so cute! Ugh. Wish I had your talent.
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Smeddley
July 13, 2026, 9:13pm
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Ah, so cute! I love the snowman!
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megwell
July 15, 2026, 1:50pm
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Oh this is so dang cute!!!
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Wow! That is an impressive Christmas in July creation!
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Love the artistic Christmas in July frame.
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I do pop in a few times a week to admire what everyone has been up to.
Whoa! Your wonderful tin is a featured project this week!