Friday, March 15, 2013

Stick a Cork in It



Recyling, reusing, repurposing are all part of our lexicon today.  Everything from plastic bags being converted to fashionable handbags to outwear that is made from "pre-used" materials can easily be found. 

So, for the wine lover, what are some things you can do with your used corks?

Here are some of my ideas-

Wine Trivet Kits:  Save the corks from your favorite wines and create a trivet or serving tray

Tabletop Decorations:  There are a variety of containers from oversized wine glasses to cork holders.  You can buy them in the shape of a dog, owl, or even a rooster.

Picture Frames:  take a plain, inexpensive frame and using a hot glue gun, simply stick your corks around the frame.  Some people will cut the cork lengthwise to make a flat surface, but it works equally well- and is much faster- to leave the corks whole.

Jewelry:  Make necklaces, earrings and bracelets from your corks.  Leave them natural or for a unique look paint each one.  This works best with natural corks. 

Tell us what unique ways you reuse and repurpose your corks. 


No comments:

Post a Comment