Grab a wine bottle & copy these upcycling ideas

If you love wine as much as we do, you probably have an empty bottle or two lying around the house. Instead of tossing them in the recycling, we've got some clever ways to repurpose the bottles into something beautiful.
We all know that wine bottles make a great centerpiece at weddings, but we bet these ideas are going to surprise you! From beautiful statement pieces to ultra-useful creations, we've got a DIY wine bottle project for everyone. Bottoms up!
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1. Citronella candle
Summertime means afternoons spent lounging on patios and outdoor gatherings, but it also means mosquitoes! Keep those pesky insects away with this simple (and beautiful, might we add!) citronella candle from Hello Glow. You might even want to make a couple!
2. Glitter vase (h/t Decorate With Flowers)
While you may think that a vase is a no-brainer way to transform your old bottles of vino, we bet you haven't seen a wine vase quite like this one. With a coat of matte white paint and a hint of glitter, these vases make tough competition for the flowers they hold!
3. Cheese platter
Have you ever seen flattened wine bottles being sold at art fairs for a hefty price? Well, it's easier than you think to flatten a wine bottle on your own. The folks at eHow have broken down the process step-by-step so you can create a fancy new cheese platter for your next gathering. Your guests will be super impressed!
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4. Wine bottle candle
If you have a special bottle of wine that you'd like to remember, this DIY project from Cambria helps you to create the perfect keepsake. Each time you light your new candle, you'll be reminded of the special occasion when the wine was uncorked. Now, if only we could make it scented like the wine itself.
5. Self-watering planter
This is one of the coolest ways we've seen a wine bottle repurposed. The simplicity of the design allows the plant to take center stage. We love how easily the folks at Cheap Crafting break down the project for you. You may be surprised to learn that all you need to cut the bottle is a piece of string and nail polish remover. No, we're not kidding!
6. Set of glasses
For the serious wine drinker, there's no better set of glasses than those created from actual wine bottles. It's easier than you think, and they'll last forever (or as long as you don't drop them!). It's up to you what you drink out of them, but we think wine is a good choice! Get the full tutorial from DIY Projects.
7. Oil and vinegar containers
Wine bottles make great vessels for other liquids. This tutorial from Home Talk is simple and will help you create wine and vinegar containers you actually want to display instead of hiding them away in a cupboard.
8. Bird feeder
Well, isn't this just the cutest bird feeder you've ever seen? This idea from Down Home Inspiration is a great way to make that wine bottle keep on giving long after that last sip of vino is gone. We think the birds in your neighborhood will agree that this is a pretty wonderful way to upcycle an old wine bottle!
9. Wine bottle wind chime
This project allows you to use a wine bottle, colored glass, and painted beads to create an extra-special wind chime that you can hang from a tree branch, front porch railing, or even inside in front of an inside window. Get the full tutorial here.
10. Wine bottle flower vase
When the party's over and everyone has gone home, what can you do with all the empty liquor bottles? Use them to make some amazing crafts, such as a centerpiece with a touch of spring. Get the full tutorial here.
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