Make a place for that special someone's pencils, pens, and notes—this caddy is a great addition to anyone's desk!

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What you'll need:

How to make it:

1. Wash out an aluminum can.
2. Your child can paint it with an adult's help. (Make sure your child is painting in a well-ventilated place.)
3. To make the bird's face and message keeper, glue on a spring-type clothespin for a beak.
4. Use two adhesive craft eyes or glue on bottle caps for eyes.
5. With a black permanent marker, draw eyeballs inside the lids and any other facial features your child wishes.
6. Clamp on a special note written by the child (a younger child can draw a picture or just sign his name).