Décor experts agree that old tin cans offer the latest in rustic drinkware charm
By Sharon Miki, Humour Editor
Pinterest is all abuzz, and with good reason: there is officially a new painfully folksy way to serve your guests schmaltzy artisan mocktails at your next dinner party or barnyard-themed wedding receptionârepurposed old tin tuna cans.
âUsing old tin tuna cans as a vessel to serve refreshments to guests takes mock-artisty to the next level,â explains dĂ©cor expert June McKinnon. âIn the past few years weâve seen people using mason jars purchased from Pier 1 Imports as a means of demonstrating their ârealnessâ and rustic charm, but thereâs always going to be someone who is brave enough to push things to a new extreme. That person is me, and Iâm pushing for old cans.”
Followers of the tin can movement stress the importance of authenticity in being factitious with dĂ©cor: âI like to take my tuna cans and really jagged-up the edges for that genuine charm. A few bits of leftover tuna caught in the edges? Even betterâdetails are key,â said Eric Chan, a follower of design trends.
âItâs not just tuna cans though,â said McKinnon. âIâm also advocating that those looking for a more delicate, petite silhouette, try an alternative can like those youâd find Fancy Feast cat food in. Perfect for serving an appletini!â