Stamped can cooler

I have filmed a video tutorial for this project, I will post it tomorrow. It looks really great, but for what ever reason the video won’t upload to the blog. I am thinking I probably have to upload to you tube first, so I’m doing more research. If you guys have any suggestions for a frustrated newbie, they would be much appreciated!

These can coolers (also known as can hugs) can be purchased from your local craft store. In the summer time, they are usually about .50 cents each.

They make great party favors! The stamp is from Sparkle N Sprinkle it is called “upside down clown”, he is also on a sheet of stamps.

To prepare the coozie, clean it with a baby wipe.

I used paint pens, sharpie and galaxy markers to color the image, being careful not to drag my hands over wet paint. After the image is colored, I went back with an ultra fine sharpie to fill in the details of the clown image. This one came out a little darker than I anticipated, but hey, no one is perfect!

When it is dry to the touch take the coozie outside and spray it with a quick light coat of poly urethane. If you don’t the paint will come off onto your hands. After about 30 minutes, recoat the coozie.

I have made dozens of these and the image will stay true for about 2 years. You can use what ever stamps you like for these fun coozies.

Hopefully I can figure out how to get the video on here this weekend!

Have a great evening, tomorrow Chad goes back to school and I can (maybe) get some stamp time in!

Stamping hugs,