Do you know what to do with empty wine bottles? If you love wine as much as us, chances are you’ve gone through your fair share of bottles. But did you know you can turn these bottles into something special instead of simply throwing them in the recycling? There are a number of different ways you can creatively repurpose your bottles that are both practical and decorative. Not to mention, they make for fun crafting projects! Continue reading as we discuss what to do with empty wine bottles:

1. Create an Impressive Centerpiece

Turn your empty wine bottles into a beautiful centerpiece that can be used on a dining room table, outdoor patio, or mantel! Fill them with flowers, dried botanicals, sand, or even lights to set a warm and inviting mood. To create an eye-catching display, group multiple bottles together at different heights.

2. Make Tiki Torches

Keep the mosquitos away from the outdoor area of your home by turning your bottles into tiki torches! Add a wick secured by a metal coupling and fill the bottle with citronella oil for mosquito-repellent tiki torches. Enough of the basic tiki torches; your guests will be blown away by the creativity!

3. Turn Them Into Bird Feeders

Turn your yard into a bird sanctuary by repurposing your empty wine bottles into bird feeders! Simply add birdseed and attach a metal or wooden base to make it easy to hang. Once you’ve done that, hang it from a tree or pole and you have your own homemade feeding station.

4. Create Unique Candles

Use your old wine bottles to craft candles for your home or to give as a gift! Cut the bottle in half and use the bottom section as a candle holder. Pour in melted wax along with a fragrance or essential oils into the bottle base with a wick. These homemade candles add a relaxing and warm mood to any space. When given as a gift, they’re personal items that your friends or loved ones will love!

5. Use Them as Planters

Want to spruce up your home? Turn your empty wine bottles into planters for small flowers, succulents, or even an herb garden! You can either cut your bottles in half or leave them whole. Flip the bottle upside down and place in a pot filled with soil and you have a self-watering planter.

6. Give Them As Gifts

Let your creative side shine by using empty wine bottles to make homemade gifts of all sorts. Fill it with a personalized message in a bottle for a unique gift. Or, fill it with infused oils or vanilla extract. Decorate with ribbons, tags, or even paint and you have a thoughtful and personalized present for some of your favorite people.

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