Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Crafts from cork
• Method 2 of 3: Household appliances made from cork
• Method 3 of 3: Applying plugs on the farm
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

If you drink wine often, then over time you can accumulate a large number of wine corks. They can be used for different purposes. For example, wine corks can be used in handicrafts to make a wreath or stand. You can also use corks as household appliances like drawer and table handles. They are often used to clean knives or processed into plant mulch.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Crafts from cork

1. 1 Make a wreath of wine corks. If you have a lot of corks, buy a Styrofoam wreath and hot glue gun from your local craft store. Glue the corks all over the wreath in an upright position to hide the styrofoam surface. Wait for the glue to dry. Then glue the ribbon loop to hang the wreath in the house.
   • If you wish, you can paint the wine corks in a suitable color.
   • This project will require a lot of traffic jams. If you like this idea, then start collecting wine corks.
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   Kathryn kellogg

   
   
   Sustainability specialist Katherine Kellogg is the founder of goingzerowaste.com, a site dedicated to sustainable living and how to transform it into a simple step-by-step process with a positive attitude and love. He is the author of 101 Ways to Go Zero Waste and advocates for a plastic-free life for National Geographic.

   Kathryn kellogg
   Resilience Specialist

   Wine stoppers can be used for a variety of purposes. Catherine Kellogg, author of 101 Ways to Go Zero Waste, says: “Cork is actually the secondary covering tissue of trees, so it is advisable to reuse or dispose of cork whenever possible. For example, you can make a Christmas decoration from them by threading a thread through several plugs and inserting beads between them. You can also cut them in half and frame the picture with them.Some grocery stores and restaurants may accept corks for recycling, which is a good option if you choose to dispose of them. "

   
   
2. 2 Make a holder for your name cards. Using a mounting knife, cut a small section of the cork along the long side to obtain a smooth and flat surface. This will keep the cork firmly on the table. On the opposite side, cut a slit along the entire length and insert the card into the slit.
   • You can also paint the cork to your desired color. This is a good solution for a wedding, so use themed colors.
3. 3 Make a stand. The stand can be used as a decorative element to place glasses on it like on a tray. Get an old or inexpensive picture frame and remove the glass. Make the desired pattern from the corks inside the frame. When finished, glue the corks to the padding inside the frame. The glue should dry completely. When everything is ready, you can put coffee cups or vases on the stand and place them in the desired place.
4. 4 Make key rings for your glasses. These are cute simple decorations that allow you to make personalized glasses for special occasions like parties, weddings and other events. Use a sharp knife to cut the plugs into 12mm discs. Use letter stamps to customize each keychain. You can include the first letter of the name or the initials of friends and relatives. Place the key rings on the table. Screw the small eyelet screws into the side of each key fob. Pass a loop of narrow tape through the eyelet and attach the keychain to the stem of the glass. Individual glasses are ready.
   • For initials, small stamps are suitable to fit all the letters on the keychain.
5. 5 Make fridge magnets. Wine corks can be used to make small fridge magnets in the form of a stand for small items like a pen, so that it is always at hand in the kitchen. From the tools you need a small and thin pocket knife. Make a longitudinal hole inside the wine stopper. A small magnet should be glued to the back. Place the stopper on the refrigerator.
   • It can act as a stand for useful things like pens or a pot for very small flowers.
6. 6 Make a simple keychain. The keychain is an example of one of the simplest wine cork crafts. Take the eye screw and screw it into the top of the plug. Then thread the key ring through the eyelet.
7. 7 Make door stops. The stop consists of approximately 19 corks, so you will need a lot of wine corks for this project. Place all plugs in a circle on a flat surface. Use a hot glue gun to fix.
   • As an additional decoration, you can tie the stop with tape and glue it with a hot glue gun. Add some color. If you don’t have glue or don’t want to use it, you can also use an elastic band to connect the plugs. So they will move inside, freely returning to their original position after hitting the door. This design will soften the impact and protect the paint or wallpaper on the wall.

Method 2 of 3: Household appliances made from cork

1. 1 Use corks as plant markers. If you grow herbs on your balcony or in your garden, sometimes it can be difficult to tell the difference. Many plants are similar to each other, especially in the early stages. As a solution to the problem, simply pin the cork onto a wooden skewer. Use a marker or pen to write the name of the plant on the side of the cork. Stick this mark in the soil next to the plant so you don't forget the name. SPECIALIST'S ADVICE

   

   Kathryn kellogg

   
   
   Sustainability specialist Katherine Kellogg is the founder of goingzerowaste.com, a site dedicated to sustainable living and how to transform it into a simple step-by-step process with a positive attitude and love.He is the author of 101 Ways to Go Zero Waste and advocates for a plastic-free life for National Geographic.

   Kathryn kellogg
   Resilience Specialist

   When going to a restaurant, take the traffic jams with you - perhaps they will bring you a discount. If you have not found a use for traffic jams, find out if there are restaurants and food establishments in your city that give a discount on orders in exchange for traffic jams.

2. 2 Make pots. Using a sharp knife, remove the center of the plug by about ¾ of its depth. Add potting soil to the hole and plant a small plant. Succulents, which are very unpretentious and will last longer than other flowers, are perfect for this purpose. Small pots are a cute addition to small plants in your home.
   • You can also glue the magnet to the back of the pot and place it on the fridge to decorate your kitchen with greenery.
3. 3 Replace old handles with wine corks. If the handles on the dresser or drawers are already unsightly, then they can be replaced with wine corks. First you need to open the drawers and remove the old handles. It is necessary to unscrew the fastening screws. Purchase new screws of the correct size from your hardware store or hardware store. Insert screws into the holes of each drawer and screw the wine plugs on the outside of the drawers. Now a very unusual set of handles will flaunt on your dresser or wardrobe.
   • Champagne corks are also suitable for this purpose.
4. 4 Use wine corks as heel holders. If you have a lot of different high-heeled shoes, wine corks are great coasters. First, cut the cork in half. Take a drill with a drill, the diameter of which corresponds to the circumference of the heel, and drill holes in both halves of the plug. Do not drill the plugs a little to the end. Insert the heels into the holes and twist a little if necessary if they fit too tight.
5. 5 Make cheese knife handles. If your cheese knives have bulky and awkward handles, replace them with wine corks. Use a mallet to gently knock off the handle and leave only a thin twig. Punch a thin hole in the end of the cork and slide the cork over the cheese knife from the back of the blade.
6. 6 Make a cat toy. Wine corks make excellent toys for cats, as they are very light and the pet will be comfortable playing with them. Take a small pair of scissors and punch a hole at the end of the plug, about 2.5 centimeters deep. Squeeze a drop of glue into the hole and insert a feather or chenille stem into it. When the glue is dry, the fun cat toy is ready.

Method 3 of 3: Applying plugs on the farm

1. 1 Add cork to mulch. Wine corks can be used as garden mulch. They should be cut with a knife, then chopped in a blender and added to the mulch. The corks retain moisture longer than normal mulch, so the plants will be better hydrated between waterings.
2. 2 Use stoppers to light the fireplace. Fill the jar with wine corks. Fill the plugs with rubbing alcohol and close the jar tightly. Whenever you need to start a fire, take a couple of corks from the jar and place them under the wood instead of wood chips.
   • Plastic stoppers are not suitable for this application.
   • Be careful with fire. Never leave fire unattended.
3. 3 Clean your knives. Use a wine stopper to apply an abrasive cleaner or a mixture of salt and vinegar to a dirty knife. After cleaning, rinse and dry the knife with a clean cloth or paper towel.
   • Try to clean the knives carefully to avoid injury.
4. 4 Make a sanding block out of the wine cork. If you need to use sandpaper, turn the wine cork into a block. Wrap the cork with sandpaper. The smooth surface of the plug is excellent for finishing finishing.

Tips

• Place wine corks in a decorative jar. Place it in the kitchen so that it is visible, and you do not accidentally throw the plugs in the trash.
• If you don't drink wine, you can buy corks online or at a craft store.

Warnings

• Be extremely careful when handling the knife.

What do you need

• Wine corks (natural or synthetic)
• Mounting knife
• Hot glue gun
• Hot glue sticks