wine ornaments

After years of saving wine and champagne corks, I finally came up with a perfect use. Ornaments. Besides the everyday ones, I have several extra special corks that are signed and dated. First night of honeymoon, picnic on the hill, and Nathan's 30th, etc. Those were the ones I wanted to highlight a little more than just collecting in a jar.

It was a cinch to do. Drill a small hole thru the entire cork, tread a medium gauge flexible wire thru, add a few beads and twist to secure the end and hook the top.

Last year I used them as an great centerpiece. A large vase filled with colorful glass balls and some twisty branches from the backyard. (adorable dog not included )

A really unique and personal gift for a loved one.... recycled too. This year, I will be adding a very cool one that I saved from our election night 2008 celebration.