Many, many moons ago, I was honored to put on a show at Orchard Artworks. Boxologie featured all sorts of decorated boxes, including my personal favorites - altered mint boxes. I love those small yet sturdy little boxes & used the name "Tin Pan Elly" (a twist on my birth name, Elsa) on the final pieces.
Here's a link to get even the most obstreperous "I can't do that" doubter's creative juices flowing!
Personally, I love using them for my Book of Uncommon Prayer - a collection of prayers from around the world - and as photo albums. The photo albums are especially nice for people who don't have a lot of space - if giving to older friends/family, make sure it's easy to open the lid.
FYI - it appears that the Moving Ballerina tin, from Zakka Life, uses Trader Joe's Green Tea lozenge box. Unlike T.J's Gingermint tin, it has a see-through lid. How lucky for me that I prefer the ginger lozenges, while John prefers the green tea, so I get a supply of both.
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