After the New Year celebrations, champagne corks usually remain and are thrown away immediately. But in vain. It turns out that you can make a bunch of different things out of them. If you have a developed creative imagination and are also the owner of “skillful hands,” then you will probably be interested in finding out what can be made from a champagne cork. We hope the article will be interesting and informative.
What can be made from a champagne cork: interior design ideas
Cork is a unique material for creating various crafts. It crumbles, pierces, cuts, glues and paints easily. Crafts made from this material can become interior decoration, everyday items or unique souvenirs and decorations. So why neglect this good material? Let's use it to create a new masterpiece. You will ask a question - is champagne useful and interesting? For example, make a room. To do this you will need from 200 to 400 plugs. The quantity depends on what size you want to make the product. Will need more old knife and waterproof glue.
How to make an original bath mat
Cut the corks in half. Take the backing and start gluing the corks onto it.
You can place them both vertically and horizontally. When all the corks are glued, take a knife and cut off the excess backing. Of course, to bring such a project to life, you will have to empty more than one. Seek help from relatives and friends to collect the required amount of material.
What else can you make from a champagne cork? For example, cutting board, lampshade, ottoman, coasters, casket, original panel, candlestick and much more.
We also suggest making a chair from a champagne cork. Such decorative element will fit quite harmoniously into the interior of your miniature flower garden.
How to make a high chair
To make such a craft, you will need: used cork, or rather an iron basket from it, and pliers for twisting the wire.
So, let's start making the chair.
Cut with pliers bottom part basket that connects four twisted wires. Pull it out and straighten it. The wire is quite strong, be careful. Then twist it into a backrest for a chair. Next, remove the cork from the twisted one. She will be a "sit-sit." The legs for the chair will be four twisted wires. Connect them to the back. Then place the “seat” on top of the structure. Bend the legs to prevent your chair from falling. This craft will also look original on the New Year tree.
Champagne cork toys
They are also obtained from this material wonderful crafts for children: cars, fairy-tale and New Year's characters, houses, boats and so on. We suggest making a New Year's favorite of all children - a snowman.
This craft can be made together with children. They will probably like this idea. Call them quickly and get to work. For this you will need:
Paints (white, black, blue, red and orange);
Toothpicks (two pieces);
Satin ribbon;
Beads of red and black colors (two pieces each);
Thin wire;
Scissors;
The actual traffic jam;
Transparent glue "Moment".
How to make an unusual snowman from ordinary material
Take the cork. Paint in white. Best to use acrylic paints. Next, paint the top of the craft red. This will be a hat. Use scissors to cut off the edge of the toothpick and paint it orange. The result was a carrot-shaped nose. Make holes in the cork with an awl and then stick toothpicks in there. Now create the snowman's face. Start with the eyes. Take black beads and glue them onto your future face. Then dip your brush into blue paint and carefully outline the eyes around the beads. Draw the cheeks with red paint and the mouth with black paint. Take a satin ribbon and tie it around your head. The result is a scarf. Now proceed to the handles. Take a whole toothpick and break it into three parts. The two extreme ends will be used to make hands. Discard the middle part. Cut small pieces of satin ribbon. Wrap them around the blunt end of a toothpick and secure with wire. The result was mittens. Make holes with an awl and stick
pen threads. Glue two red beads onto the snowman's belly. Take the wire and wrap it with a feather. Then twist this structure around the head of the craft and connect the edges of the wire at the back of the head. This is such a wonderful snowman.
Flash drive: second life for old things
Thanks to a material such as cork, you can give old things new life. For example, if the case of a flash drive does not look presentable or is simply broken, then do not rush to throw it away. Take advantage next advice. So, break the old flash drive case. Take the cork and make a hole in it using a screwdriver. Then install the flash drive board there. And everything is ready! This flash drive looks very original and unusual.
This is how products are made from champagne corks. Good luck with your work!
Everyone has heard about paper crafts. Probably everyone remembers how at school they taught how to make garlands from colored paper. But the task can be complicated and you can make an exclusive decoration that no one will have. For example, a Christmas tree made from wine corks. Such a beauty will help decorate the interior, and if desired, you can even hang it on a Christmas tree, it all depends on the size of the product.
We decided not to waste time on trifles and make the Christmas tree larger, but since we don’t indulge in wine too often, we collected a few corks. Well, the problem was solved simply - the plugs were cut in half. This way we got the right amount of parts and were able to make a medium-sized Christmas tree. Try to make such a New Year's toy, besides, the process is so simple that even a child can handle it.
Our Christmas tree consists of 21 elements (that is, 11 plugs were needed). To create this Christmas tree we used:
stationery knife,
PVA glue,
fishing line
beads and beads,
sequins,
2 screws,
screwdriver,
push pin or pin.
The first thing we did was cut our corks in half, trying to make them as equal and even as possible.
Now on clean slate paper, make a strip of glue and lay out 4 elements on it, tightly touching. This is how we get the bottom row for our Christmas tree.
We pour the resulting bottom row generously with glue and assemble a row of 5 elements above it. Using a similar pattern, above the second row we make a third one, consisting of four plugs, the next one above it - from three, then from two, and finally, we glue the top plug. Now we leave all this to freeze for about a day. The glue must dry completely. 
We will need two corks to make a leg for the Christmas tree. To do this, screw a screw into the center of each plug, all the way, so that part of it comes out on the other side of the plug. This free part then needs to be screwed into the structure of the tree. 
Once the structure is assembled, we begin decorating. First of all, let's take the leg. What does the Christmas tree usually stand on at home? On a stand or in a bucket. Let's recreate the illusion - we string larger beads onto a fishing line and wrap it around the leg. At the end, the fishing line must be secured, but do not cut it, now we will make a garland for the Christmas tree. 
When the bottom is decorated, we continue to string beads onto the fishing line and thread it through the holes between the plugs, imitating a Christmas tree garland. 
It is better not to use large beads, since they do not fit into the holes between the plugs. We attach a pin or hairpin to the top of the tree - we will then attach the end of the fishing line and a bow to it. 
We made the balls on the Christmas tree using sequins. To do this, the surface of some corks needs to be greased with glue and carefully, using a toothpick, lay out the glitter. Do the same with reverse side Christmas trees Now again leave the product for a while so that the glue dries. 
When the glue has dried, we finish decorating - we attach a hairpin or pushpin to the top cork, tie the end of a fishing line with beads to its leg and pin a bow. If you plan to hang the ornament on the tree, you can sew a loop to the bow. 
It's so simple, beautiful and original. The Christmas tree made from wine corks is ready. 
When a gift for a friend or girlfriend is ready, you can think about
You might think that this article is intended for wine lovers, but in fact, there are many more cork lovers, and a sufficient supply if desired wine corks can be found at your nearest winery. However, inspiration always has a place in our lives.
1.Cork handle
This craft is very simple: you need to drill holes in the center of the plugs (it will work out much better if you have a drill) and insert the handle inside.
2. Stand for teapot and cups
There are many ways you can make these cute, tactile, and easy-to-use items. For example, you can do this:
But we will look at this ager method:
To create coasters you will need 10-12 wine corks, a knife for cutting circles, needles, threads.
Cut the corks into 5 mm circles, from each you will get 8-10 slices, for a total of about 80 pieces. This is enough to make two cup holders. Arrange cork mugs on the table, creating the desired geometric pattern, or simply folding them in circles. Connect the circles together with two stitches. Try contrasting threads for an artistic effect.
3.Wall panel
An original way to show your guests your collection of wine corks is to create such an unusual panel in your kitchen.
In order to create such a panel. It is necessary to glue the corks you have onto a sheet of chipboard or other base cut to the shape of the area that you are going to close. This is very convenient, since such a panel can be secured with 1-2 self-tapping screws, and when you get tired of it, it can be easily removed.
By the way, you can cover an entire wall in this way:
4.Sculpture made from corks
A charming giraffe or other sculptures from corks can be made by adding a bit of imagination to the work. You can do this work together with your children; they will be very interested in participating in the process. Of course, you can make any animal you like, only the principle is important. You will need framing wire, newspaper, and texture tape to reinforce the structure. But the main thing, of course, is corks and construction glue.
First you need to make a wire frame and wrap it with newspaper. So that the animal has a shape. Then you need to wrap this entire structure with tape.
Now you can glue the plugs, placing them parallel to each other.
Finally, let your child fill all the gaps between the plugs with glue. This work does not require any care; when the glue dries, it will become completely invisible.
5. Bath mat
Could there be anything more pleasant than putting your feet on the warm, elastic, natural surface of balsa wood after taking a shower? A master class on making this cozy rug will tell you all the subtleties >>>
6.Cork candlesticks
A great option when you need themed candle holders, such as for a wine party. This is done quickly, there is no need for additional devices. Plus, these candle holders can also be easily disassembled and the plugs can be used for other fun projects.
7. Cork necklace
Cork tree – unique natural material. And if you like wooden jewelry or you wear a boho style, then these products will come in handy. It is necessary to carefully cut the wine corks into circles and fasten them together with a pattern. You can add rhinestones, rivets, or paint the corks with paints. Hang the finished decoration on a ribbon.
8.Mini boats
Let's say you're not a big wine fan and you only have a couple of corks all year. But. for sure. You have kids you want to please. See what a wonderful boat you can make from the corks you have. She doesn't drown! Has a sail! No, look at her through the eyes of a child. Isn't it true that she is alive?
9. Cork wreath
The essence of the method is that you cover the base with corks, gluing them with construction glue. It's easy and fun!
10.Jewelry panel
This simple and functional piece uses wine corks as jewelry holders. This is very convenient, especially for stud earrings; they easily stick into the cork and do not get lost.
11.Letters
This way you can easily decorate country house or a wine cellar. You can make a whole word or sentence out of letters. In the right place, such decor will look very stylish. Bonus - it's very easy to do.
12.Mini stamps
A great opportunity to make personalized stamps for your children. They will enjoy stamping in a variety of patterns. And, in addition, you can decorate cards and invitations.
13.Tabletop made of cork
This plastic table has become a stylish table for evening wine drinking, thanks to the fact that its tabletop is covered with halves of wine corks.
Using the same principle, a tray made from corks
14. Lampshade made from corks
15.Curtain made of corks
A simple product. When we were kids, we made curtains like this out of twisted strips of cardboard and paper clips.
16. Toys made from corks
You can make amazing crafts from corks with your children. The good news is that for this there is no need to collect a huge number of corks and drink a lot of wine.
17.Chair made of corks
Do you think it’s comfortable to sit in such chairs? In any case, the massage effect is guaranteed
18. House made of wine corks
In fact, of course, the house is not made entirely of cork, it is simply covered with them for insulation purposes. But the scope of the work, as well as the wine drinking, is simply amazing.
I have always liked the ideas of what can be made from objects, things, materials that, it would seem, have a direct route to the landfill. It’s like cooking “porridge from an axe,” when out of nothing you get original handmade crafts that you can’t buy in any store. For example, cork stoppers for wine and champagne - how many of you collect them?
And by the way, thanks to the imagination and ingenuity of handmakers, so many interesting things can be made from them that perhaps they cannot be fit into one article.
The main symbol of the New Year, of course, christmas tree. This decor in the form of Christmas trees can be made from corks, I think it’s cute. As you can see, the corks can be decorated with sparkles, beads and other tinsel, or simply decorated with paints or a felt-tip pen.
And here are the snowmen - another constant attribute of the New Year:
Since I crochet, I really liked these funny little men:
Cork angels that will decorate your Christmas tree:
Snowflakes of wine corks glued together:
Take me deer to the land of deer...
Recently, things and crafts have become increasingly popular self made, the so-called hand-made, which can be made from anything. Plastic plugs did not stand aside and received their second use in original design ideas.
Plastic bottles are available to everyone without exception and are certainly found in every kitchen.
Many people try to immediately throw them away, but there are also creative individuals who, using various life hacks, use them for decoration or useful devices for home or garden, as in the photo of crafts made from corks.
Today we will talk about crafts from plastic stoppers.
Using plastic caps in children's creativity
Children are great dreamers by nature. Give them any object and they can easily transform it into another image. After all, from the very younger age both at home and in the children's group, children are instilled with an interest in handmade crafts.
Plastic bottle caps are an excellent material for children's creativity. Corks can be easily glued, thanks to which various panels, figures and decorative things can be created.
The kids love to tinker with traffic jams and fantasize about various topics: appliqués, toys and figures.
Types of applications
The most favorite craft made from plastic corks among children is a caterpillar. Delight your child by making it out of colorful corks and lengths of his own, and he will play with it all day long.
The caterpillar's face can be made funny, which will inspire the subject. The caterpillar is made very simply, a hole is made in the center of the corks, a fishing line is threaded through it, on which the corks are strung, the muzzle can be made from a Kinder Surprise cone.
Using the same principle, you can make a person, a cat, a dog, etc.
To make a “bird” craft from bottle caps you need: two caps, cardboard, lightweight fabric or natural feathers, such as pigeon feathers. The head and body are made from corks, and the wings are made from cardboard, fabric or feathers.
The “rabbit” applique is made in the same way as the “bird”, the body and head are made of caps, one of them should be of a larger diameter, the ears are made of cardboard and the tail is made of a piece of fur. Children are delighted with such toys. The main thing is that you can do this together with your child.
A three-dimensional “turtle” craft made from corks with your own hands will interest a child more than an applique. It's not difficult to do.
As required material for creativity you will need: a large diameter lid, cotton swabs and an ice cream stick. A lid is glued onto an ice cream stick and green-colored cotton swabs placed crosswise on top.
Specks are drawn on the lid and eyes are made. Your masterpiece is ready. In the same way you can create spiders, ladybugs, bees, etc., using various available materials.
Mosaic of traffic jams
You can build a mosaic panel from a large number of multi-colored corks. For this, in addition to traffic jams, you will need good glue or a glue gun so that the composition does not fall apart in the future.
Pay attention!
First of all, choose a surface for creativity, decide on the image and get to work. The panel parts are attached by gluing them one by one to the prepared surface. If you want to mount them from the reverse side, then you will need screws to secure them.
An interesting panel solution would be the option of folded lids different sizes one to one according to the matryoshka principle. For example, a yellow sun made from such folded lids looks great.
The “cockerel” craft is also entertaining, but requires some skills and time. To do this, you need to make a plywood base, prime it, apply an outline and use glue to fix the plugs according to the image diagram. The result is an original creation.
Magnets
An ideal option for beginners would be making refrigerator magnets. Nowadays, almost all refrigerators are decorated with all kinds of magnets and not only to hide any defects.
Their production will require very little time and the following materials: corks of different colors, magnets themselves, glue, alcohol solution, paints, multi-colored paper, felt-tip pens.
Pay attention!
First, degrease the cork with alcohol. Glue a magnet inside the cork. We cover them with circles of colored paper, cut out in advance.
You can decorate multi-colored circles with names, drawings, letters or bows ahead of time too. Use letter circles to create a fun alphabet. You can also make a picture using certain Internet resources as assistants.
Foot massage mat
One of the most popular craft options is a foot massage mat. Making a rug is an easy and simple process using multi-colored corks. And subsequently the rug looks bright, unusual, and its use is good for health.
Walk on it for about 15 minutes a day to achieve relaxation and general strengthening of the body, due to the impact on the nerve endings of the feet when walking through traffic jams.
Prepare multi-colored corks, an awl, and thick fishing line. For a hexagon-shaped rug, you will need 10-15 pieces of corks on one side. The total number of stoppers per product can be calculated as follows: multiply the number of stoppers on one side by the number of sides of the rug and subtract the number of repeating stoppers.
Pay attention!
Then make 6 holes in all the plugs with an awl. Next, using the weaving method, starting with the outer plugs, you should braid all the parts to form a hexagon. A rug made of multi-colored corks in the shape of flowers will have a beautiful appearance.
Hallway rug
A hand-made hallway rug would be practical for everyday use. Using a glue gun, bottle caps are glued together in any shape and form; colored caps are used to add brightness. It is easy and simple to clean from dirt.
But it also has its drawbacks: it can scratch the linoleum surface, so it is better to use it for tiles.
For example, in the bathroom. If the mat will slide on the surface, it should be secured with rubber circles on the back side of the mat.
Country curtains for doorways
At the dacha you can find many options for using both bottles and the corks themselves. Here fantasy has no limits. But the most popular idea is the design doorways curtains made of plastic corks, it is economical in financially and easy to manufacture.
And as a result - wonderful unusual curtains. To do this, you need a large number of multi-colored caps, fishing line, an awl, a hammer, a nail and a needle.
The step-by-step scheme for making curtains looks like this:
- Holes are made in the lids on both sides.
- If the curtains are made according to a pattern, it is necessary to lay out the covers in accordance with it.
- The corks are strung on a fishing line of a certain length, you should start from the bottom of the 1st row up, and then immediately move to the 2nd row.
- Secure with knots, singeing the edges of the fishing line.
- String row 3-4, row 5-6, etc., as in step 2.
- Be sure to mark the transition from one row to another to make the work easier.
- Markings are made on the doors for attaching curtains with equal intervals between them.
- On wooden door the curtains will be reinforced with corks for fastening, according to the markings.
- The first thread (row 1-2) and fix it on the door with a hammer and nails.
Crafts from corks for the garden
Decorate yours summer cottage plot You can use paths made of plastic corks. But do not forget that such paths have a decorative function of paths, and not a fundamental one. IN winter time they are very slippery.
For this you will need: plugs in large quantities and different colors, sand, construction glue, boards, cement.
Procedure for creating garden paths next:
- The first step is to make markings for laying the plugs according to certain sizes and in the designated area.
- The top layer of soil is removed and a trench is dug 10 cm deep. Formwork is installed from wooden planks in a trench into which about 5 cm of sand is poured.
- A cement mortar is made from sand and cement (1:4) with the addition of glue.
- The solution is poured into the trench, and plugs are pressed into it according to your sketch image. This is done carefully and evenly, at the same level, leaving only the top of the plugs without cement.
- After coupling cement mortar Use a stiff brush to clean off any remaining residue from the surface of the track.
- At the end of the work, the formwork is removed.
- Curbs are being installed.
Using the same principles, using multifaceted imagination, you can make other crafts using wine corks, but that’s another story.
Photos of crafts made from corks
