In honor of Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), grab some inspiration from this handmade used mint tin-turned-shrine by Crafty Chica (Kathy Cano-Murillo). Although the Day of the Dead celebrates the lives of those who are no longer with us, Kathy suggests creating a shrine for anyone special in your life. Cigar boxes also provide a good starting point, and — even though you may be honoring someone who has passed away — color your shrines in festive colors in true Mexican style.
[tags]Day of the Dead, Dia De Los Muertos, shrine, Crafty Chica[/tags]
I ran across the Crafty Chica book at Michael’s in San Antonio, Tx last year. I loved the ideas. This one about the tin shrine has inspired me!! I lost my mother in 2001 in an automobil accident. I miss her terribly! This is one I am most definitely going to do. I’m thinking about maybe making one for each of my sisters. I’m sure they will love it!! Thanks Chica!!