Are you a wine drinker? Hold on to those corks so you can make one of these really clever wine cork crafts. With 20 ideas you are sure to find one to try now!
Have you been recycling your wine bottles? What about the corks? Well bravo for recycling, but did you ever think about upcycling them instead?
Wine bottles and corks can be used to make some really creative crafts you can use around your home and garden or to give as gifts. Over on my other blog Mod Podge Rocks, I have a list of clever projects you can make using wine bottles. But what about the corks?
Where to Get Wine Corks
There are so many craft ideas using wine corks and I’m sure you’ve come across one or two while browsing Pinterest. You may have even started saving up your wine corks in hopes of creating something fun.
Well, I have some great ideas for you to try. But what if you don’t drink wine or don’t want to drink 100 bottles of wine to make something? Here are some ideas of where you can get wine corks for crafts:
- A local wine bar or restaurant is a great place to get corks. There is no harm in asking if you can take them off their hands!
- You can buy them on Amazon or your local craft store like Michaels.
- Ask your wine drinking friends to save some up for you.
- Occasionally you will see them at thrift stores.
- You can definitely find them at a home brewing supply store. Just search for one in your area.
Prepping Corks for Crafts
If you have used corks, you will want to wash them and let them air dry before using them for a craft. If you purchase them new, you can skip the cleaning and get right to the fun!
Speaking of fun, scroll down and you will see my collection of 20 clever wine cork crafts. PS – Don’t forget about champagne corks. Those work too. Now, which one will you try first?
Crafts Made from Wine Corks
Wine Cork Wreath
Create a full, textured wreath using corks arranged in a circle, secured with hot glue and finished with a ribbon hanger.
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Wine Cork Coasters
Make durable coasters by slicing corks and arranging them tightly, sealing for water resistance and everyday kitchen or bar use.
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Cork Memo Board
Make a cork bulletin board out of wine corks and an old frame. A great upcycle project, and you can adjust the dimensions to fit any frame you find!
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Wine Glass Charms
Slice corks into small discs and attach loops to create custom wine charms! Perfect for parties or identifying glasses at gatherings.
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Cork Top Coffee Table
This is actually two DIY projects that Jessica combined. The DIY coffee table is an old trunk painted white and topped with a window filled with wine corks. No need for coasters with this table!
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Wine Cork Garland
String corks together with twine to create a rustic garland. It might be cool to mix in champagne corks for added visual variation and texture!
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Monogram Decor
Make a DIY cork monogram to display in your home. You could even make one for each person in your family. These would also look great in a man cave or basement bar.
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Wine Cork Necklace
I love how these necklaces turned out. All you need are a few jewelry making supplies, a cork, and nail polish!
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Kitchen Utensil Holder
This utensil holder would look great in any kitchen and would make a great DIY gift for the wine lover in your life. There's a tin can in the center that keeps it all together, so technically you can make this project for free.
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Wine Cork Board
Arrange corks vertically to create a textured board alternative to a traditional memo board, adding visual interest to any wall.
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Cork Bath Mat
Cork is a great material for the bathroom since it is water resistant. Find out how to turn your wine corks into a stylish mat for your bathroom.
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Succulent Magnets
These wine cork succulent magnets are colorful magnets made from recycled wine corks. These pretty little staples will compliment your fridge perfectly!
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Wine Cork Keychain
This wine cork keychain would be a great idea for a cork taken from a special bottle of wine. Maybe the wine you drank at your wedding or when your husband proposed?
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Serving Tray
Line a serving tray with corks to create a textured base, letting the built-in handles keep it functional for entertaining or display.
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Wine Cork Stamps
Carve simple shapes into cork ends to create reusable stamps for paper crafts, cards, and creative projects with DIY flair.
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Candle Holders
This has to be the easiest idea on the list! No need for glue, you just drop the wine corks into the space between two glass containers.
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Plant Markers
Here is a budget-friendly way to label your plants in your garden! Attach a wine cork to a bamboo skewer and write the name on the cork.
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Wine Cork Skeleton
Learn how to make a skeleton craft that is perfect for your Halloween decor! It's an easy and budget friendly holiday project.
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Mini Pineapples
The pineapple is a symbol that is used to welcome people to your home. This colorful wine cork art would be perfect in a foyer and is great for summer decorating.
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Kitchen Backsplash
As I mentioned with the bath mat, wine corks are water resistant so they are also great in the kitchen. This is such a neat idea for a backsplash!
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Wine Cork Pumpkins
Stack and shape corks into pumpkins for fall decorating, tying stems with twine ribbon for a finished seasonal touch.
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Pineapple Art
Arrange corks into a pineapple shape for cheerful wall art that symbolizes hospitality and adds a pop of color.
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If you’ve been collecting corks, now’s the time to use them. These wine cork crafts give you plenty of options – from functional pieces to standout decorations.
Pick one, try it out, and don’t be surprised if you come back to make more. Once you start crafting with cork, it’s hard to stop.
Did you enjoy these wine cork projects? I’d love for you to check out these other cute ideas with various surfaces and supplies:
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