Rediscover an old-fashioned craft that is as charming as ever. Punching tin is a simple technique with a long history. In colonial times, tin lanterns were pierced with holes large enough to allow ...

Punched-tin lighting fixtures are quite popular today. Used since American colonial days, these decorative luminaries bring charm and an old-fashioned look to any room in your home. If you like ...

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