bottle cap stamps

this was a really fun project. 

the hardest part is waiting for the puffy paint to dry.

here's a list of what you need:

PLASTIC BOTTLE CAPS: there are  variety of sizes. 

i used a couple dozen pellegrino caps 

cuz my mister drinks about 1 per night. 

gatorade lids will work well too (and they're bigger)

PUFFY PAINT: any color will do. 

i used a few colors cuz i thought it looked pretty on the caps.

PAPER TOWELS: work great for clean up. 

if you don't like your design you can just wipe it off and start over

ACRYLIC PAINT: used to stamp (instead of ink) after the caps dry

i'm not sure how ink will stamp. it depends on how smooth your design is.

i found that paint worked well because i could fill in any areas 

that didn't stamp very easily with a tiny brush.

TINY PAINT BRUSH: to apply paint to stamps.

also used to fill in any details you might need to enhance.

EMBELLISHMENTS: you may want to add some more pizzaz 

GLITTER * RHINESTONES * GLUE * FELT TIP PENS

SKETCH OUT A GROUP OF MOTIFS: i found simple designs stamped the best. 

like hearts stars simple flowers, or initials would work great

i suppose you could draw the design on the cap with a sharpie before you begin, but if you don't follow the line exactly, you will see the sharpie. i found it was easier to freehand...especially if you stick to simple shapes.

 

SQUEEZE DESIGN ONTO CAP: 

i held the cap in one hand and the paint in the other.

shake down all the air in the puffy paint so you don't get any bubbles.

i found it was pretty easy to get a consistent line, 

but when i got a bubble i would have to wipe off and start all over.

LET DRY OVERNIGHT: i think about 12 hours of dry time

the puffy paint needs to dry and cure so you can press hard on the stamp.

APPLY PAINT TO STAMP:

use tiny brush to apply the paint to your stamp.

you can do it all one color or use a variety of colors.

PRESS STAMP ONTO PAPER:

figure out where you want to place your design 

place and press stamp down. make sure you give it a good press 

around the edges to ensure that the whole design in transferred.

use your tiny brush to add details or fill in any missed areas.

that's pretty much it!

if you want to package them. i think the yule log works perfectly.

all i did was wrap the caps in tissue paper like pieces of candy.

 and added a heart to front of the log to create a valentines theme

you could also use it for a forest theme with owls and mushrooms etc.

the possibilities are endless!!

anyways, i hope you have fun making these pretty little stamps. 

ttfn

PS: common sense kinda stuff that i want to mention

i really enjoy sharing my ideas here and showing you how i make things, but these projects are intended only for your own personal use...please do not use these tutorials to make things for commercial use or resale.

Comments

[Maria Isabel]

Thank for the tutorial I want to try them!

[Joni]

Another stamp lid idea....cut out a shape from fun foam and glue it to the lid.

[Gail Monroe]

Fantastic idea! I can't wait to try them and I think my grandson will enjoy using bottle caps as a stamper. He is a little to young to paint (maybe), but will enjoy helping me create the shapes. I appreciate your willingness to detail each step. Thank you.

[dena miller]

Lori,
What a fantastic Idea!!! I have so many bottle caps since my Hubby Loves to drink root beer. I make mini mushroom pincushions with them but will have to try the stamps. I am always looking for new ideas to use for my scrapbooking projects. This will be a great way to use up my caps.
Thank you,
Dena

[Leslie @ Glenn Family Gardens]

Great idea! I love crafts using recycled materials. If you get a chance to stop by my little blog I would be tickled!

[Joanne]

love this! and posted my version on my blog.

thanks for your inspiring ideas!!!!

[Rachel]

This is so, so clever! Not to mention gorgeous! I love this idea so much. I'll be linking to this post if you don't mind.

[Christie]

That is the cutest idea, ever!

[Natalia]

brilliant! i love handmade stamps in any form and the packaging...it's perfect!

(found you via crafty crow)

[Amanda]

This is brilliant! Just love the idea of the puffy paint for stamps, it's great! I found you on Crafty Crow, we were both featured, mine was the plastic lid ladybugs :) Love these!

[Stephanie Johnson]

so, so cute! great idea, thanks for sharing it!

[Cook Clean Craft]

They are so pretty by themselves, and great to use as stamps as well. I've got a huge collection of lids, so it's on my list of things to do. Thanks for sharing!